Tencent America is looking for a Game Research & Development Intern to join our R&D efforts. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers to advance our game technology stack and build practical solutions for our development teams.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with scientists and engineers to research and develop advanced techniques in computer graphics and game technologies.
- Design, prototype, and implement tools, workflows, and technical pipelines for practical adoption in game development.
- Work with cross-functional teams including researchers, engineers, artists, and designers to integrate research outputs into production-ready solutions.
What We're Looking For
- Strong programming skills in at least one of: C++, Python, or machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
- Solid foundation in mathematics, including calculus, linear algebra, and basic numerical analysis.
- Strong sense of ownership with good communication and collaboration skills in a research or engineering environment.
Nice to Have
- Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Graphics, Machine Learning, Robotics, or a related field.
- Research experience or publications in computer graphics, computer vision, machine learning, or robotics.
- Familiarity with game engines, graphics APIs, and GPU programming such as Unreal/Unity, OpenGL/Vulkan/DirectX, or CUDA.
Technical Stack
- C++
- Python
- TensorFlow
- PyTorch
- Unreal
- Unity
- OpenGL
- Vulkan
- DirectX
- CUDA
Team & Environment
You will be part of the Lightspeed Tech Center, an R&D department under Lightspeed Studios.
Tencent fosters an environment where every employee feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.
As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community.
