Senior Audio Programmer

Summary

Join Cloud Chamber as a Senior Audio Programmer and collaborate with developers and the audio team to design, maintain, and optimize high-performance audio systems. Reporting to the Lead Audio Programmer and working under the Audio Director, you will build audio systems and pipelines for a narrative-driven game. You will design and maintain audio systems in Unreal Engine 5, collaborate with other teams, develop editor tools, and ensure audio performance across platforms. The role requires extensive experience in audio programming, specifically within AAA game development, and proficiency in C++ and Unreal Engine. This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, benefits including health insurance, retirement plan (401k), paid time off, and bonuses.

Requirements

• 5+ years industry or related experience
• 1 or more published AAA video game titles
• Previous experience working in an Audio Programming role, preferably at a senior capacity
• Current generation AAA console experience
• Strong Math Skills
• Strong C++ experience
• Flexible and collaborative mindset and attitude
• Self-motivated, curious, and collaborative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to problem-solve and prioritize issues while developing a production pipeline
• Able to respond elegantly to difficult creative changes, often late in the process
• Able to discuss, support, and advocate for your opinions while being receptive to differing viewpoints
• Champion of high standards, pushing for progress, embracing change, and challenging the status quo
• Knowledge and love of games, with a deep desire to push the medium forward
• Mature outlook on work ethics and responsibilities
• Uncompromising ethics and unwavering integrity
• Willingness to uphold the values of Cloud Chamber

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain audio systems in Unreal Engine 5, including acoustic simulation and audio pipelines
• Collaborate closely with the Voice Design and Audio Design teams to meet creative and technical needs
• Develop editor tools to streamline workflows for sound designers
• Ensure audio performance across all targeted platforms
• Support Gameplay and AI teams in prototyping and implementing audio features
• Manage and integrate third-party solutions such as Audiokinetic Wwise

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Audiokinetic Wwise and Unreal is a plus

Benefits

• 401(K) plan
• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 14 paid holidays per calendar year
• Minimum of 15 days of vacation leave per year (subject to proration based on start date during the calendar year)
• 10 sick days per calendar year
• Bonus and/or equity awards
• Fully remote role