About the role#
The Lightspeed Tech Center at Tencent is seeking a Game Research and Development Intern to join our team in Los Angeles. You will work alongside scientists to research and develop advanced techniques for modern game engines. This is a full-time, on-site role with a rolling start date.
What you'll do#
- Research and develop advanced techniques in 3D geometric learning.
- Work on re-meshing and UV optimization.
- Develop physically-based animation and simulation systems.
- Apply machine learning to computer graphics.
- Conduct research on motion planning in virtual cities and character locomotion.
- Explore realistic image synthesis and real-time rendering techniques.
- Build tools and pipelines to support the game development environment.
What you'll need#
- Strong coding skills in C++, Python, or TensorFlow/Torch.
- Solid knowledge of calculus, linear algebra, and basic numerical analysis.
- Good communication skills and a strong sense of responsibility.
- Preference is given to graduate students in a master or Ph.D. program.
- Experience with game engines, graphics APIs, and GPU programming is a plus.
- Publications in computer graphics, vision, machine learning, or robotics are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- This position is full-time and on-site.
- Pay ranges from $28.27 to $60.00 per hour based on experience.
- Benefits include paid sick leave, 13 paid holidays, and eligibility for the company-sponsored medical plan.
About Tencent
Tencent is a technology company founded in 1998 and based in Shenzhen, China. It operates across several sectors including online gaming, social networking, and digital content. The company provides cloud computing, advertising, and financial services to enterprise clients. It currently employs over 89,000 people and maintains a presence in multiple international markets.
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