At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.
A career at Rockstar Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium. You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.
Rockstar Games is seeking an Electronics Engineer to join a team focused on designing and building cutting-edge hardware tools for motion capture and game production. This is a full-time permanent position based out of Rockstar’s unique game development studio in Santa Monica.
The ideal candidate will be skilled in designing circuit boards and programming embedded systems with an emphasis on rapid prototyping and quick turn-around designs. You need to be a well-rounded tinkerer at heart. You will collaborate with an experienced team of design engineers deploying and supporting new gear around the world. There is a lot to learn. You will not be bored!
WHAT WE DO
Our team designs mocap / production electronics.
We collaborate with motion capture teams, assessing their needs and creating / inventing new devices.
We design cameras, high precision timing circuits, scanners, etc. all in the service of creating the best games.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, build and support electronic devices.
Design embedded systems and program firmware.
Create documentation and deploy our products.
Some travel needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
4+ years of engineering PCB design and controller programming.
Knowledge of Altium and/or Eagle for circuit board design.
Knowledge of C/C++ for programming embedded microcontrollers.
Some experience with high speed and controlled impedance designs.
SKILLS
Deep understanding of digital and analog circuit designs, and firmware programming.
Ability to work and collaborate in a small group.
Well rounded skills - may need to assemble prototypes as well as use hand tools, milling machines, lasers, and 3D printers for prototyping.
PLUSES
Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.
Experience with FPGA VHDL Xilinx and Lattice.
Knowledge of embedded Linux.
Python, QT experience.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.
Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.
If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.
