Tools Engineer
Turtle Rock Studios · Los Angeles, CA
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $125,000 / year
- Los Angeles, CA
Job highlights
- Design, build, and maintain tools for game development.
- Empower artists, designers, and engineers with efficient tools.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand needs.
- Solve complex problems within the Unreal Engine ecosystem.
- Requires 2+ years of professional tools programming experience.
About the role
Tools Engineer
At Turtle Rock, we make the games we want to play. We're dedicated to providing a collaborative environment where our team members feel empowered with the creative freedom to contribute and grow. While we are based in Orange County, CA, we support flexible work arrangements ranging from in-studio, hybrid, to fully remote throughout North America. Join our award-winning game development team and help create our next hit title. We're looking for a Tools Engineer to join our team! In this role, you'll design, build, and maintain tools across the Unreal Engine ecosystem that empower artists, designers, and engineers to do their best work. You'll collaborate closely with all disciplines to understand their needs and deliver solutions that make development faster and more enjoyable.
Responsibilities
- Listen to and understand the needs of the content creation staff to help design and create new tools/pipelines as needed
- Maintain and extend existing tools to meet the needs of the project and team
- Create tools that make content creation easy for internal and external folks
- Document tools and proactively communicate new updates
- Diagnose and solve complex problems with most unreal engine editor systems
- Participate in studio playtests
Requirements
- At least 2 years of professional tools programming experience
- Proficiency in C#, C/C++, and Visual Studio
- Experience in extending & implementing Unreal slate controls
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Strong drive to bring things to completion
- Solid math skills
Preferences
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Engineering
- Experience with writing shell scripts and/or other tools to automate tasks
- Experience building WinForms/Wpf/Blazor applications
- Experience with Sql and building/extending databases
- Experience with designing/extending Web APIs a plus
- Prior experience shipping a multiplatform title
- Previous work on Multiplayer Action Games and FPS's a plus
Benefits
- 100% Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage for you and your family
- 401k Matching
- Student Loan Repayment Plan / College Savings Plan
- Career Improvement Plan
- Flexible Work Arrangements - In-House, Hybrid, and Remote
- Generous Time Off Policy
- Company Events - In-Person + Virtual Events
- Fully Stocked Kitchen + Sponsored Food Trucks
Key skills/competency
- Tools Engineering
- Unreal Engine
- C#
- C++
- Visual Studio
- Slate Controls
- Game Development
- Programming
- Problem-Solving
- Collaboration
Skills & topics
- Tools Engineer
- Unreal Engine
- C#
- C++
- Visual Studio
- Game Development
- Programming
- Software Engineer
- Tools Developer
- Engineering
- Orange County
- California
- Remote
- Hybrid
- Full-time
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 2+ years of tools programming experience, C#, C/C++, Visual Studio, and Unreal Engine skills.
- Showcase your passion: Mention any personal game development projects, contributions to open-source tools, or specific Unreal Engine features you've extended.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with Unreal Slate controls, C++ problem-solving, and game development pipelines.
- Understand the culture: Research Turtle Rock Studios' commitment to collaboration and creative freedom in game development.
Technical preparation
Master C#, C++, and Visual Studio for tool development.,Deeply understand Unreal Engine editor and Slate controls.,Practice solving complex editor system problems.,Develop automation scripts and database skills.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you improved a complex system.,How do you gather and address user needs?,Discuss a challenging technical problem you solved.,How do you ensure documentation is up-to-date?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the role of a Tools Engineer at Turtle Rock Studios?
- A Tools Engineer at Turtle Rock Studios designs, builds, and maintains tools within the Unreal Engine ecosystem to enhance the workflow of artists, designers, and engineers, making content creation faster and more enjoyable.
- What programming languages are essential for the Tools Engineer position at Turtle Rock Studios?
- Proficiency in C#, C/C++, and experience with Visual Studio are essential requirements for the Tools Engineer role at Turtle Rock Studios.
- Does Turtle Rock Studios offer remote work for Tools Engineers?
- Yes, Turtle Rock Studios supports flexible work arrangements including fully remote positions throughout North America, in addition to in-studio and hybrid options.
- What experience is needed to be considered for the Tools Engineer job at Turtle Rock Studios?
- A minimum of 2 years of professional tools programming experience is required. Experience with Unreal Slate controls is also a key requirement.
- What are the benefits of working as a Tools Engineer at Turtle Rock Studios?
- Benefits include 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, student loan repayment plans, career improvement plans, flexible work arrangements, generous time off, and company events.
- How can I best prepare for a Tools Engineer interview at Turtle Rock Studios?
- Prepare to discuss your experience with Unreal Engine, C++, C#, and your problem-solving skills. Highlight your ability to collaborate and your drive to complete projects.
- What is the salary range for a Tools Engineer at Turtle Rock Studios?
- The estimated base pay range for this role is between $95,000 and $125,000 USD annually.
- Are there preferences for a Tools Engineer at Turtle Rock Studios beyond the core requirements?
- Preferences include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, experience with shell scripting, WinForms/Wpf/Blazor, SQL databases, Web APIs, and prior experience shipping multiplatform titles or working on FPS games.