We are looking for an experienced Physics Programmer to become a member of the CRYENGINE team at our studio in Frankfurt, Germany.

You would help us to maintain and improve our physics code and to integrate third-party solutions.

Our goal is to provide a comprehensive engine solution with high performance and a modular design that is easily accessible and customizable by users.

*For a careful evaluation of your application, we kindly ask you to send us your resume, a cover letter and additional work samples that might be relevant.*

Responsibilities

• Maintain and extend the existing physics framework and tools.
• Evaluate and integrate alternative third-party solutions such as PhysX.
• Work closely with designers, artists and programmers to improve the physics system and support them in its application and tuning.
• Design and develop new features and integrate them with existing physics, animation and AI systems.
• Plan development in coordination with project management.
• Write clear, maintainable and robust code.
• Test, debug, optimize and document your implementations.

Requirements

• 3+ years of programming experience in game physics development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Advanced programming skills in C++.
• Strong software engineering and debugging skills.
• Good 3D math skills.
• Expertise in rigid-body dynamics, collision response, and simulations as applied in game development.
• Ability to learn and master a large existing code base.
• Ability to investigate and learn about new techniques and adapt them to project requirements.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively on shared projects with animators, artists, designers, testers, and other developers.

Pluses

• Game development experience, including having shipped a PC or console title.
• Familiarity with third-party physics engines such as PhysX.
• Experience with multi-threading.
• Xbox One and PS4 programming experience.
• Experience with profiling, low level optimizations and fixing stability issues.

What you can expect from us

• A refreshing yet highly professional atmosphere in a diverse team.
• Flexible work time.
• FUN.
• Free public transportation ticket, which lets you use public transport free of charge 24/7.
• Free German lessons
• Company language is English. Any additional language is a plus, but not a requirement.
• Extensive assistance with getting visa, work permits and communication with local authorities.
• Relocation support.
• A company apartment for your first few months and help in finding a private apartment.
• ...and much more!