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Senior Platform Engineer Console Porting & Co-development - Blackbird Interactive
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We are looking for a senior platform engineer to drive console porting and co‑development across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2, delivering new features, fixing bugs, and optimizing performance in a remote‑friendly environment.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain platform‑specific code for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2, ensuring feature parity and stability.
- Implement new gameplay and engine features, integrating them with console SDKs and graphics APIs.
- Profile, debug, and optimize existing code to meet performance targets on each hardware platform.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including engine, tools, and QA—to resolve platform‑related issues quickly.
- Maintain build pipelines, automation scripts, and documentation for console deployment.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional C++ development experience, preferably in game or real‑time graphics.
- Hands‑on experience with PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch development kits.
- Strong knowledge of performance profiling tools, memory management, and low‑level optimization techniques.
- Proficiency in graphics programming (e.g., DirectX, Vulkan, or proprietary APIs) and shader pipelines.
- Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work remotely with a Pacific‑time overlap for team collaboration.