Monday, March 1, 2010

JOB ALERT: GAME CONTENT PIPELINE PROGRAMMER – IDOL MINDS

Job Duties(s): R & D / NEW TECHNOLOGY, TOOLS / API's / PLUG-INS
Software Utilized: C++, .NET
Platform(s): Unannounced, PS3, XBOX 360
Start Date:  Immediately

Idol Minds is seeking a mid to senior level programmer to improve and expand our content pipeline.

COMPANY
Idol Minds is an independent game developer for the PS3 and other consoles. We are ideally located in Colorado between Denver and Boulder next to the Rocky Mountains. Our company offers a relaxed and fun work environment, competitive salary, royalties, moving expenses, health and dental insurance, and a 401k plan. Our location offers close proximity to countless outdoor and metropolitan activities.
We are currently working on a number of projects that share a level editor. We are continuing to add features and improve the workflow for our content creators. We have immediate positions available for full time employment. The people we're looking for are well organized, detail oriented, and enjoy working in a relaxed team atmosphere. If you are a talented and highly skilled individual with a passion for playing and creating exciting games, we would like you to work for us.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Design and implement new features for our modular data export pipeline
• Work closely with programmers and artists

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• At least 2 years experience in games content pipeline development
• Must exhibit a positive attitude and be a strong team player
• .NET tools programming experience

BENEFICIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Maya plugin experience
• MEL experience
• Experience with Havok or other physics system