Stardock

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Stardock is currently seeking a &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Tool&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;s / Build&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Engineer &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;to specialize in automating build machines and developing tools to streamline our game development using Unreal 5 and other proprietary tools&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;. The ideal candidate &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;isn&#039;t&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; just satisfied that tools merely &quot;work&quot;, but that the tool creates a&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; streamlined &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;experience for its user. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;This is a salaried, full-time position reporting to our Plymouth, Michigan studio. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Design and implement automation systems for our build machines to enhance development efficiency using Unreal Engine 5.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Develop and &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;maintain&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; tools for tasks such as reformatting images, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;optimizing&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; workflows, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;a&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;utomating routine processes&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, and integrating with digital content creation (DCC) tools and workflows&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Utilize Python and PowerShell scripting to create and manage automation scripts that support continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Work with Jenkins&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, Atlassian Bamboo,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and similar tools to manage build pipelines, ensuring reliable and efficient game builds.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Integrate and configure tools such as &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;CMake&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and Unreal Build Tool to streamline development processes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Work with artists, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;designers&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and programmers to create tools/pipelines and workflows and &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;determine&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; areas for improvements (speed and to increase tool capabilities).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Document all procedures and tools developed, ensuring clear understanding and usability for all team members.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Work with producers to accurately schedule and coordinate cross-team to deliver polished, fully comprehensive experiences.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Bachelor&#039;s Degree in Computer Science&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, Software Engineering, or a related field &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;required&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;2+ years of C++ experience. Knowledge of Qt, C#, LUA, and XML/XSD &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;are&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; a plus.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Familiarity&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; with scripting languages such as Python and PowerShell.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experience or familiarity with Jenkins&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, Atlassian Bamboo&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, CI/CD pipelines, and build automation tools.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Prior experience with &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;CMake&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and Unreal Build Tool is preferred.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and balance priorities with &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;good time&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; management&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly to new challenges in a fast-paced environment.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 16px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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English

Tools and Build Engineer

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Stardock is currently seeking a passionate Generative AI Game Developer to help implement front-end systems to support generative AI implementation into our games. The ideal candidate is excited about generative AI technologies and loves games. Whether &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;you’re&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; just diving into generative AI or already have some experience, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow and &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;impact&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the future of gaming. This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Develop and &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;maintain&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; front-end interfaces for generative AI implementations in our games&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; using C++ and LUA&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Collaborate with other engineers and designers to integrate AI elements into game systems.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Participate in design discussions and provide creative input on the use of generative AI in gaming.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Stay updated with the latest advancements in generative AI technologies and propose ways to integrate them into our projects.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;W&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;rite technical documents describing the implementation of &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;systems&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Work closely with production and QA to address bugs&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Bachelor&#039;s Degree in Computer Science&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, Engineering, Mathematics or relevant field &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;required&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Deep interest in generative AI; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;expertise&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; not &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;required&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Professional or personal projects involved generative AI technologies preferred.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experience in game development environments, particularly with LUA and C++.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experienced with version control software (&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;e.g.&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span&gt;Perforce, SVN&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, etc.).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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Generative AI Game Developer

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Stardock is currently seeking a&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;n experienced&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span&gt;Multiplayer&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Engineer&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;work with our existing team develop&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;ing&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span&gt;cutting-edge&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; games&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; The&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Multiplayer Engineer will develop robust multiplayer &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;systems that will enhance the gaming experience for our users worldwide&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Become a domain expert for our internal multiplayer systems&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and online services.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Design, develop, and &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;maintain&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; the network code for multiplayer gameplay&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Work with Steamworks &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;and similar APIs t&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;o integrate features such as matchmaking, achievements, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;chat, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;anti-cheat&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;telemetry, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;and more.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Develop and &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;optimize&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; network messaging &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;for latency &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;hiding&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;error detection and correction, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;state &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;synchronization, and&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; bandwidth &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;mi&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;n&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;imization&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Support and collaborate with &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Art, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Design, and Production to implement complex game features.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Write technical documents describing the implementation of&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; multiplayer&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; systems&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, such as sequence diagrams.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;K&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;eep up to date on current&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; multiplayer&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;research, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;techniques, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;technology, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;etc.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Participate in code reviews, contribute to best practices, and &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;maintain&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; high coding standards within the team.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Debug and troubleshoot multiplayer-related issues, providing solutions that meet our quality standards.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Bachelor&#039;s &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;d&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;egree in Computer Science&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Electrical &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Engineering, or relevant field.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;5+ years of professional experience in &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;multiplayer &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;game development&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Solid understanding of networking &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;principles&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, including TCP/IP protocols&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, client/&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;server&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and peer-to-peer architectures&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Excellent problem-solving skills with an emphasis on debugging &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;multi-threaded &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;C++ code.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial, Arial_EmbeddedFont, Arial_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

Multiplayer Engineer

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Stardock is currently seeking a&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;n experienced&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span&gt;Simulation / Physics Engineer&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;work with our existing team to develop &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;cutting-edge&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; games&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; The ideal candidate has a passion for developing &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;cutting-edge&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; simulations and physics systems.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Key Responsibilities:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Design, develop, and &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;maintain&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; real-time physics systems for our video games, focusing on performance, reliability, and scalability.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Implement collision detection, rigid and soft body dynamics, and other physics-based effects. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Create physics driven systems &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;for animations and visual effects&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Optimize&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; physics simulations for various platforms, ensuring smooth and responsive performance across all target hardware.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Participate&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; in code reviews, contribute to best practices, and &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;maintain&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; high coding standards within the team.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Stay abreast of the latest developments in real-time &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;physics &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;simulation &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;and&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; explore innovative ways to apply them in our games.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Debug and troubleshoot physics-related issues, providing solutions that meet our quality standards.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Qualifications&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;D&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;egree in Computer Science&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;5+ years of p&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;roven experience in video game &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;or simulation &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;development&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Senior level knowledge&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; in &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;C++.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Expertise in math (linear algebra, trigonometry, matrix/quaternion math).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Knowledge of rigid, multi body simulation, kinematics&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;and &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;inverse kinematics&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Professional experience with real-time physics simulation software and components such as Open Dynamics Engine (ODE), Havok, PhysX, Chaos, etc.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Excellent problem-solving skills with an emphasis on debugging C++ code.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

Simulation / Physics Engineer

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Stardock is seeking an experienced full-time, 3D Character Artist, to collaborate with our existing team on creating characters, animals, and creatures for an upcoming game title. The ideal candidate possesses a lot of collaborative skills, an artistic eye, and is comfortable learning new tech. Experience working with Unreal Engine, cloth physics and hair and fur for games is highly preferred. This is a salaried, full-time position reporting to our Plymouth, Michigan studio. This position is open to remote and hybrid applicants.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Produce high quality game assets according to design specs, technical requirements, and 3D best practices.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Create humans, animals, and creatures.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Create consistent, stylized 3D assets using Maya, Z-brush, Substance Painter, and Unreal Engine.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Complete 3D art on schedule with project milestones.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Collaborate cross discipline to continually ensure project visuals and improve upon our custom workflows and technology.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;3+ Years professional experience making assets for games as displayed in a visual portfolio.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Proficient with standard industry tools such as: Maya, Z-Brush, and Substance Painter.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Strong grasp of color, form, composition, and motion.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Well-developed communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experience working with game engines – Unreal Engine is preferred.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experience working with Houdini and Marvelous Designer is a plus.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experience with rigging and animation is preferred, but not required. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

What is the title of this job?

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Are you an avid gamer interested in creating awesome games? Stardock is currently seeking a talented Game Developer to create gameplay systems in cutting edge games. The ideal candidate is well versed in Unreal Engine 5, has created games in the past, and loves strategy games.  This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Build and maintain gameplay systems in modern C++ and Unreal Engine 5.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Write technical documents describing the implementation of gameplay systems.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Create data-driven systems that enable quick gameplay iteration. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Work closely with production and QA to address bugs.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;5+ years of professional experience in game development.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;3+ years of professional experience in Unreal Engine.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Bachelor&#039;s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or relevant field.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Passion for games and game design.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Self-motivated and loves solving problems.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Expertise in one or more of the following: UI/UX, AI, physics, data management, graphics, gameplay, audio, parallel and distributed systems, HLSL/GLSL shaders, pipelines, terrain.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Able to learn new technology quickly and execute on a schedule in a fast-paced cross-discipline team environment.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Multiple shipped titles or mods&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experienced with version control software (e.g. Perforce, SVN, etc.)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Stardock is currently seeking an experienced Technical Artist to work closely with our internal Art team on an unannounced game title. The ideal candidate will be skillful in creating technical pipelines utilizing Unreal Engine and will also have an artistic eye. This is a salaried, full-time position reporting to our Plymouth, Michigan studio. This position is open to remote and hybrid applicants.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Evaluate artists’ needs, identify issues, and create Blueprints, tools, and scripts to support the art creation process.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Support art team with tool setup and deployment, troubleshooting, and ensuring tools and pipelines are operational.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Help design, manage, and implement technical aspects of art within the creative and technical specifications of the game.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Exhibit a high degree of technical knowledge about current industry content workflows, tools, and pipelines.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Champion best practices and actively maintain comprehensive documentation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;3+ Years professional experience in game development as a Technical Artist.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;3+ Years professional experience working with Unreal Engine and Blueprints.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Degree or certification in related field.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Effective communication, teamwork and collaboration skills with different audiences: artists, engineers, managers, designers, etc.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experience with standard industry tools such as Maya is preferred.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experience scripting/programming in Python, C++, C# is preferred. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experience with Houdini and Niagara is a bonus but is not required.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Are you an avid gamer interested in creating awesome games? Stardock is currently seeking a talented Game Developer to create gameplay systems in cutting edge games. The ideal candidate is well versed in C++ , has created games in the past, and loves strategy games.  This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Build and maintain gameplay systems in modern C++ &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Write technical documents describing the implementation of gameplay systems.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Create data-driven systems that enable quick gameplay iteration. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Work closely with production and QA to address bugs.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;5+ years of experience in game development. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Bachelor&#039;s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or relevant field.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Strong C++ background.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Passion for games and game design.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Self-motivated and loves solving problems.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Expertise in one or more of the following: UI/UX, AI, physics, data management, graphics, gameplay, audio, parallel and distributed systems, HLSL/GLSL shaders, pipelines, terrain.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Able to learn new technology quickly and execute on a schedule in a fast-paced cross-discipline team environment.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Multiple shipped titles or mods&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experienced with version control software (e.g. Perforce, SVN, etc.)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Stardock is currently seeking a dynamic Marketing Coordinator to join our team. This role is pivotal in amplifying our presence and helping shape the public image of our innovative game and Windows customization software titles. This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Support our marketing team, ensuring optimal collaboration and efficiency in promoting our games.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work closely with the Marketing Director to implement effective marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with our brand vision and business objectives.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Craft compelling marketing materials, social media posts, press releases, and content that resonate with our audience and reflect our studio&#039;s unique voice.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Monitor and analyze our performance on platforms like Google Trends, using this data to guide marketing decisions and report on our success.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Engage with various teams to create a unified and effective marketing approach.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay abreast of the latest trends in the gaming industry, leveraging this knowledge to keep Stardock at the forefront of innovation.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience in graphic design using Adobe Creative Suite&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Proven experience in marketing, with a preference for experience in the gaming industry.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a diverse team.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent communication and writing skills.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Analytical mindset, with experience in using tools like Google Trends for performance measurement.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Passion for gaming and familiarity with Stardock’s portfolio of games.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Stardock is seeking a talented Game Director to spearhead the revitalization of our game titles. This position will be instrumental in reinvigorating a portfolio of existing game tiles, driving updates, DLC&#039;s, and other enhancements to re-engage the player base and attract new audiences. If you&#039;re passionate about gaming and thrive on steering complex projects to fruition, we invite you to join our team in Plymouth, Michigan. This is a salaried, full-time position.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Establish and articulate a clear vision for the revitalization of each game in our catalog. Lead cross-functional teams including producers, engineers, artists, and marketers to achieve this vision. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Oversee the development of game updates, expansions, and DLC. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet high quality standards.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Collaborate with the design team to innovate and enhance gameplay, user interface, and overall player experience. Ensure that game updates are aligned with current market trends and player expectations.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Manage and mentor the team, fostering a collaborative environment where creative ideas and strategies can flourish. Coordinate efforts between departments to ensure consistency and efficiency.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keep abreast of market trends, player feedback, and competitive dynamics. Use this information to make informed decisions about game updates and marketing strategies.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Engage with the existing game community to gather feedback, build excitement for upcoming releases, and maintain a loyal player base. Utilize social media, forums, and other communication channels for direct engagement.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work closely with the marketing team to develop and execute promotional strategies for game updates and new content releases. Ensure that marketing efforts are aligned with the game&#039;s vision and audience expectations.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Oversee the testing phases of the game development process to ensure that updates are bug-free and enhance the overall gaming experience.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A track record of success in game development, evidenced by a portfolio of launched titles.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent leadership and team management skills.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A solid grasp of game design principles, mechanics, and player psychology.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Familiarity with the gaming industry&#039;s landscape and trends.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to work under pressure and meet ambitious deadlines.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A passion for PC strategy and simulation games and an understanding of their mechanics.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Established understanding of existing Stardock franchises preferred.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

Game Director

&lt;p&gt;Are you an avid gamer interested in designing awesome games? Stardock is currently seeking a talented Associate Designer to create and implement gameplay systems in new and existing franchises. The ideal candidate has experience in evaluating game mechanics and designing 4X strategy games, has a passion for the art of balancing and pacing in games, is not afraid of scripting, and loves PC strategy and simulation games. This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Translate high-level product goals into fun game mechanics in collaboration with the team.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Use in-house tools and editors to implement game mechanics.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Script events, AI behaviors, and game mechanics.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Balance gameplay and resolve gameplay bugs. &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Develop and interpret design documents.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Engage in playtesting, adapting design based on feedback.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay abreast of trends in PC strategy games.&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bachelor&#039;s Degree in Game Design, Computer Science or relevant field.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Passion for PC strategy and simulation games and an understanding of their mechanics.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Technical enough to use in-house tools and editors for implementing design elements.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Well developed writing and communication skills.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Solid communication skills with colleagues, management, and stakeholders.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Able to read, update, and write design documents.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;LUA scripting, XML, or programming experience (or willingness to learn).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Established understanding of existing Stardock franchises preferred (i.e. Sins of a Solar Empire, Galactic Civilizations, etc.).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

Associate Game Designer

&lt;p&gt;Stardock is seeking a full-time Customer Support Specialist to join our existing in-house product lifecycle team. This person will play a key role on the team, managing the day-to-day support tickets from our current and potential customers. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a general understanding of how software is developed and may be utilized by customers and is familiar with both Windows 10 and Windows 11. This is a salaried, full-time position located in our Plymouth, MI office.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Act as the first point of contact for inbound support requests from customers and potential customers through support tickets and emails.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide excellent and prompt service to our customers through forum support on Stardock.com and Steam.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Generate pricing estimates for minor transactions and assist with customer queries.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assist with product QA when appropriate.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assist with product releases when appropriate.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay informed about the latest updates and features of Stardock’s products.&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience with Windows 10 and 11, required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience with advanced PC configurations (multiple monitors, swapping components, etc.), and software installation/removal, is required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A problem-solver mindset, with an understanding of how to troubleshoot software, required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent written and verbal communication skills.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience with customer-facing communication role, with an ability to handle customer inquiries professionally.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Familiarity with Stardock software, Steam, Jira, and FastSpring is a plus.&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

Customer Support Specialist

&lt;p&gt;Do you enjoy playing games and have a talent for planning and organizing dynamic projects? Stardock is currently seeking a talented and organized Producer to help manage its game projects! The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is responsible for driving projects to success, ensuring that deliveries are on schedule and within scope, and maintaining high quality. This is a salaried, full-time position located at and reporting to our Plymouth, Michigan studio.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Create project plans, schedules, and milestone requirements.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Organize&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;, write,&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span&gt;and assign &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;tasks with logical orientation to ensure on-time completion.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Ensure implementation of game design features as well as creating new ones.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Manage upcoming bug reports and prioritize fixes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Regularly evaluate project deliverables for adherence to industry standards and commercial viability, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;identifying&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and addressing areas that do not meet the highest quality benchmarks.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Actively &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;facilitate&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and foster collaboration across various departments, including art, design, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;engineering&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; marketing,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and QA&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Continuously convey project status and &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;important information&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; to internal stakeholders.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Flexibility to take on &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;additional&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; responsibilities as assigned by senior management.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;3+ years &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;of &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;experience as a Producer in the games industry.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Bachelor&#039;s Degree in relevant field preferred.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;In-depth knowledge of the full game development process.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Excellent written and oral communication skills &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;required&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Experience using Jira and/&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;or other game &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;industry&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;-&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;standard &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;project tracking software.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span&gt;Ability to adapt quickly to a changing environment and priorities.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-family: Lato, Lato_EmbeddedFont, Lato_MSFontService, sans-serif;&quot;&gt; &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

Producer

&lt;p&gt;Are you an experienced C++ engineer looking to create cutting edge games on our next generation engine? Stardock is currently seeking a talented Game Systems Engineer! This is a salaried, full-time position located at our Plymouth, Michigan studio.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Create cutting-edge game software technology.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Develop multi-threaded simulations.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Own the architecture and development of multiple core systems (AI, Audio, Physics, Multiplayer, Data Systems, UI/UX, Gameplay, 3D Graphics, etc.).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ensure that complex, dynamic systems work well together.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Write clean, robust, readable, well-documented, and efficient code.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Staying abreast of latest software development technology and features to help guide and improve our internal technologies and processes.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Being obsessed with performance; regularly performing code analysis and performance profiling.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Collaborate with other engineers, artists, designers, and producers to deliver the best product possible.&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bachelor&#039;s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;5 years minimum C++ development required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience with multi-threaded programming required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Previous experience in at least one of the following: AI, Audio, Physics, Multiplayer, Data Systems, UI/UX, Gameplay, and/or 3D Graphics.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Understanding of software development life cycle strongly desired.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Aptitude in problem solving, algorithms, and mathematics is strongly desired&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

Game Systems Engineer

&lt;p&gt;Stardock released the first DirectX 12 game as well as the first game to support both DirectX 12 and Vulkan. We are currently seeking a full-time Senior Graphics Engineer to work on our next generation game engine for both announced and unannounced titles to build up our team of dedicated and experienced talent! This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office and relocation assistance will be provided.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Develop and implement new and existing rendering techniques.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Create and optimize shaders and materials to run on a variety of platforms and machine specifications.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Develop systems for animations and special effects.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work with the technical art team to create editors and tools that help improve the art pipeline.&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bachelor&#039;s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or equivalent work experience.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;5+ years experience creating materials and shaders.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Strong proficiency in 3D math, linear algebra, shaders, HLSL/GLSL, physically based rendering, image based lighting, materials and global illumination.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A passion for optimization and familiarity with optimization tools.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Self-motivated, likes to identify and solve problems.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Very strong C++ background.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Familiarity with Unreal Engine is a plus.&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

Senior Graphics Engineer

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Stardock is seeking an experienced full-time, 3D Artist, to collaborate with our existing team on assets for an upcoming game title. The ideal candidate will be skillful in creating a variety of assets and have a strong artistic eye. Furthermore, the artist should be comfortable with a technical pipeline involving different tools along with a proprietary in-house engine. Overall, this candidate must be passionate about contributing to the creation of video game experiences beyond simply creating assets.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Produce high quality assets according to design specs, technical requirements and 3D best practices&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Create terrain, organic, and hard surface assets&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Create textures using Substance Painter, and Substance Designer&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Create consistent, stylized artwork from concept to finalized asset&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Complete 3D art on schedule with project milestones&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Collaborate cross discipline to continually ensure project visuals and improve upon our custom workflows and technology&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;3+ Years professional experience making assets for games as displayed in a visual portfolio&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Proficient with standard industry tools such as: Maya, Z-Brush, Substance Painter or Substance Designer, Photoshop&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Strong grasp of color, form, composition and motion&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience working in a PBR asset creation pipeline&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience working with game engines&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Well-developed communication, teamwork and collaboration skills&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Bonuses:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;High level of confidence in concepting and traditional drawing skills&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Degree or certification in 3D art, digital art, or related discipline&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;High level experience creating substances in Substance Painter&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience creating animation, scripts, and vfx&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience working with remote team members&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience working on a strategy game&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

3D Artist

Game Developer (C++)

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Stardock is currently seeking a talented Senior Game Designer to play an important role in establishing&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; and executing the vision for Stardock’s biggest, most ambitious unannounced game ever. The ideal candidate has a deep passion for strategy and simulation games and is comfortable with all levels of ownership, from personally designing features to providing high-level feedback and mentorship to other members of the Design team. This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office and relocation assistance will be provided. This position reports directly to the studio&#039;s Creative Director.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Advocate for the&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; Design team.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Brainstorm, write ideas, create worlds, and help design a new AAA strategy/simulation game.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Mentor a new generation of up-and-coming game designers.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Determine gameplay experience goals.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Communicate with our player base and sort out good from bad suggestions / ideas.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;At least one shipped AAA game title.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;At least one shipped strategy or simulation game.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Well-developed creative writing and communication skills.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;C&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt;hampioning design ideas and getting others excited about those ideas.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Demonstrable&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span&gt; ability to juggle multiple tasks at once.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Able to learn new, often proprietary technology and tools.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Sense of ownership and responsibility.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Passion for strategy and/or simulation games.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Bonuses:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;LUA scripting or programming experience (or willingness to learn).&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Bachelor’s Degree in related discipline or equivalent.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span&gt;Comfortable with MS Suite, Google Docs, Visio, JIRA.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

Senior Game Designer

&lt;p&gt;Are you an avid gamer interested in creating awesome games? Stardock is currently seeking a talented Senior Game Developer to oversee porting of our cutting-edge games onto current and next-generation consoles. The ideal candidate is well versed in C++, has shipped titles in the past, is familiar with porting to console platforms, and loves strategy games. This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office and relocation assistance will be provided.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Primary Responsibilities Include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Oversee porting of cutting-edge game software technology to console hardware platforms.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Manage TRC compliance across multiple console platforms.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Implement low level systems such as windowing, controllers, rendering, audio, user management, and networking.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Architect, build and maintain core systems in modern C++ on multicore CPUs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Write technical documents describing core systems.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Mentor and collaborate with other developers.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work closely with Design, Production, and Art to develop requirements and implementation plans.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Manage timelines and milestones to meet stakeholder expectations.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work closely with production and QA to address bugs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;Education and/or Experience Desired:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Console development on shipped title experience required, including the TRC and submission process.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;7+ years of experience in game development.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bachelor&#039;s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or relevant field.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Strong C++ background.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Passion for games and game design.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Self-motivated and loves solving problems.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience with modern graphics APIs and multicore programming.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Expertise in several of the following: Optimization, networking, parallel and distributed systems, UI/UX, AI, physics, data management, graphics, gameplay, audio, HLSL/GLSL shaders, pipelines, terrain.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Able to learn new technology quickly and execute on a schedule in a fast-paced cross-discipline team environment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experienced with version control software (e.g. Perforce, SVN, etc.).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

Senior Game Developer

&lt;p&gt;Are you an avid gamer interested in creating awesome games but don&#039;t see an opening that fits your skills and experience currently listed on our careers page? We still want to hear from you! Stardock is continuously seeking talented team members to work on our cutting edge games in art, game development, engineering, production, etc. &lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Apply now to be considered for future opportunities!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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Initially a developer for the OS/2 platform, Stardock was founded in 1991 and incorporated in 1993 as “Stardock Systems.” We grew to become a leader in development for Windows® customization software that lets you modify or extend your graphical user interface like Fences® , Start10™, Deskscapes™, among others. A long time lover of games, CEO Brad Wardell also devotes the company’s time to producing PC games in the 4X and RTS genre. Our most noted titles include Galactic Civilizations® (I, II, III), Sins of a Solar Empire® : Rebellion, Ashes of the Singularity™: Escalation, Sorcerer King™, and more.

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