Game Optimisation Engineer - 12 Month Contract

As a Game Optimisation Engineer at Samsung, you'll engage in various key activities. Your primary responsibilities will include developing game engine plugins, creating Android APIs, and analyzing mobile games to provide insightful performance feedback. You'll also optimize AAA mobile games, participate in research projects aimed at improving gaming performance, and support Developer Relations with talks and tutorials to share your expertise.

To be considered for the Game Optimisation Engineer position at Samsung, candidates should ideally possess a degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent industrial experience may also be acceptable. You'll need substantial experience developing high-fidelity games, a strong command of modern C++, and a solid understanding of game engine technologies and pipelines.

Applicants for the Game Optimisation Engineer role should have a robust background in the games industry, particularly with experience in engine development and optimizations. Familiarity with Android development tools and a practical understanding of game-specific technologies is crucial, alongside proficiency in using performance profiling tools like Perfetto and Streamline.

As a Game Optimisation Engineer at Samsung, you will enjoy a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you the flexibility of three days onsite and two days working from home weekly. This provides a great balance between collaborative in-person work and the comfort of remote work, making your work experience more productive and enjoyable.

The Game Optimisation Engineer position at Samsung is structured as a 12-month contract, operating through one of the company’s preferred recruitment agencies. It is important to note that this role is categorized as inside IR35, which affects the financial and tax obligations of contractors in the UK.

When answering this question, detail specific examples of performance optimization projects you've worked on. Highlight the tools and methodologies you used, such as profiling tools like Perfetto or Streamline, and demonstrate how your optimizations positively impacted the gameplay experience.

Discuss the game engines you have experience with, such as Unity or Unreal Engine. Explain your role in utilizing these engines for game development and optimization, emphasizing your contributions to creating high-fidelity gaming experiences.

Mention your communication strategies, such as conducting workshops and technical talks. You might also describe how you provide meaningful performance insights that can guide developers in making optimizations.

Explain the importance of understanding the existing architecture of the game engine and the need for compatibility with game development workflows. Discuss how you prioritize performance and usability during the development process.

Be specific about the tools you've used, such as ADB and Gradle. Discuss how you leveraged these tools to improve game performance, manage builds, or streamline the development process for mobile devices.

Your answer should reflect a systematic method for identifying bottlenecks. Discuss how you utilize various profiling tools, analyze performance data, and implement game code changes to resolve issues effectively.

Share different strategies you have successfully applied in previous roles. This could include caching strategies, parallel processing, or reducing draw calls. Be prepared to discuss specific examples of improvements you've achieved.

Discuss the variety of sources you engage with, such as industry webinars, technical blogs, or forums. Emphasize your commitment to lifelong learning and professional development in the gaming industry.

Communicate your openness to feedback and how it has helped you grow as a professional. Provide an example of a time when you received criticism and successfully used it to enhance your skills.

Share your enthusiasm for being part of a leading company known for its innovative approach to mobile gaming. Highlight your eagerness to contribute to groundbreaking projects and collaborate with industry experts to create outstanding gaming experiences.