Senior Platform Performance Engineer
2K Games · San Mateo, California, United States
About this role
**WE ARE GAME MAKERS** **Who We Are** We’re a diverse team of developers driven by a passion for our art, united by our core values, and inspired by a culture of inclusivity. We pursue growth and innovation in an environment of safety and trust—built on the belief that more varied voices strengthen our team and our games. **What We Need** 31st Union is looking for a **Senior Platform Performance Engineer** to support our **AAA multiplatform Unreal Engine 5** title on **consoles and PC** with **60+ FPS Quality** and **120+ FPS Performance** modes. In this role, you’ll balance **rendering optimization** (including developing novel approximations) with other platform considerations such as **memory, CPU, and streaming performance**. **Responsibilities** - Profile and optimize **GPU, CPU, memory utilization, and streaming** on **PS5, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X|S**, and **minimum-spec PC** - Implement **Build, Cook, and Runtime** systems to support multiplatform/multiresolution content within **memory and performance targets** - Partner with **Rendering Engineering** and **Technical Art** to define construction guidelines and scalability pipelines for **60+ FPS Quality** and **120+ FPS Performance** modes - Implement **platform and scalability-specific rendering features** - Resolve **platform-specific technical requirements** **Required Qualifications** - **5+ years** experience in **AAA game development**, including at least **one shipped console title** - Deep understanding of **modern real-time rendering techniques** and **GPU hardware** - Deep understanding of **Unreal Engine 5** and underlying technologies - Ability to **write, debug, and analyze shaders and pipelines** using platform GPU performance and debugging tools - A shipped **rendering optimization or approximation** you can walk through in detail - Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams **Relevant Experience** - Experience with **PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S** development tools and platform requirements - **Unreal Engine 5 optimization** - Experience defining content budgets and standards with technical artists (e.g., **LOD, asset validation, mesh/texture streaming**, etc.) **Pay / Compensation (California)** The pay range at the start of employment is expected to be **$112,700–$166,820/year**. Base pay may vary by market location and other factors. Total compensation may also include other elements such as **bonus and/or equity**, plus a full range of **medical, financial, and other benefits**. **Security Notice** 31st Union and 2K **never use instant messaging apps** to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews. If you believe you’ve been a victim of a scam, you may file a complaint at: - https://complaint.ic3.gov/ - https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/ **Join Our Mission** Bring fun, inspiration, and awe to our lives and community: https://thirtyfirstunion.com/values **Equal Opportunity** 31st Union is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. **Location** **#LI-Remote**
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