JOB DETAILS

Senior Engineer - Console and PC Games

CompanyKeywords Studios
LocationMelbourne
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 30, 2026
About The Company
We work behind the scenes with game developers, publishers, and entertainment companies to bring their ideas to life and keep them running smoothly. From game development and art production to audio services, localization, game testing, community support, and marketing, we’re the partner you call when you need extra hands (or brains). We are 13,000 people worldwide. Tech-savvy, AI-aware, and deeply invested in R&D. We’re adaptable, collaborative, and used to plugging into diverse teams and pipelines. Many of us grew up with games, animation, and film. We’re fans first, and that shows in how we work: with care, respect, accessibility, and safety in mind. Whether it’s building innovative experiences, meeting tight deadlines, or preserving creative vision across every language and culture, our services and proprietary tools integrate seamlessly with your team at any stage of the product life cycle. We don’t always make the headlines, but we help others get there. Among our clients: Tencent Games, Microsoft, Ubisoft, Supercell, Bandai Namco, Netflix, Amazon... #ImagineMore
About the Role

Company Description

  • Why work for one publisher when you can work with many?
  • Work on diverse and challenging projects with a highly regarded team!

Tantalus Media is a games powerhouse here in Australia. Founded in the mid 90's we've been fortunate to work on titles such as Age of Empires, City Skylines, Lego 2k Drive, Luigis Mansion 2, The Legend of Zelda and more. As part of the Keywords Studios Global Team, we continue to grow with studios now located in Adelaide and Brisbane with Melbourne being our Home Base. 

These positions can be based in Adelaide, Brisbane or Melbourne. 

What's even more exciting are our recently secured AAA projects and future growth plans. 

Job Description

We're looking for several experienced Senior Game Engineers who are eager to help us deliver the consistent level of quality and service our Tantalus Team are renowned for across the globe.

You will join our growing team of developers (30+) and work on projects from remasters, porting, DLC and expansion pack projects. Our projects are wide ranging in terms of game engines, and genres providing you with plenty of learning opportunities. 

Whether you are a generalist or specialist AAA Games Engineer, we'd love to hear from you. We're currently seeking specialists in Rendering, UI, Animation, Gameplay. Current projects are in Unreal Engine and we will prioritise those with extensive UE experience. 

Key responsibilities:

  • Working closely with producers, game designers and artists to implement game features using C++
  • Testing, debugging, refining, optimising and maintaining game functionality on console and PC platforms.
  • Staying up to date with new technologies and architectures
  • Following Tantalus and Keywords Studios standards and best practices
  • Assisting and mentoring other programmers in your areas of expertise

Skills, Abilities

  • Excellent programming skills in C++ with seven years or more experience
  • Unreal Engine, Custom Engine experience
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong skills in at least one game related discipline (e.g., 3D Maths, AI, Physics, UI, etc.)
  • Ability to write clear, maintainable code
  • Demonstrated ability to create and deliver to deadlines
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills and pleasant personality
  • Ability to ramp up quickly with unfamiliar code bases or technical skills.
  • A genuine enthusiasm and passion for the games industry

 

 

Qualifications

Preferred: 

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science/Engineering, or equivalent experience

Additional Information

All applications will be responded to. Sure you’ll get our automated acknowledgement email but you’ll know where things are at within five to seven business days of your application. Hopefully sooner.

If you progress, we’ll invite to an initial call with Stan our Head of Talent Acquisition. Depending on the outcome of this discussion we may invite you to either a technical online assessment or first round interview. Where required a second interview may follow. All candidates interviewed will be provided with feedback.

Not sure about applying and want to know a little more information? Feel free to contact Stan Rolfe on 0416048976. Stan is based in Perth, so please leave him a message if he doesn’t answer your call first thing in the morning.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Tantalus 

Location: APAC, Australia, Melbourne

Area of Work: Game Development

Service: Create

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, Hybrid

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PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION POLICY

Keywords Studios is strongly committed to protecting your personal information. By sending your CV/Resume, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and consent to your data being managed and retained in accordance with our data privacy and retention policy https://www.keywordsstudios.com/en/applicant-privacy-notice/.

  • Department: Engineering
  • Key Skills
    C++Unreal EngineRenderingUIAnimationGameplayProblem-solving3D MathsAIPhysicsDebuggingOptimizationSoftware architectureMentoringGame development
    Categories
    SoftwareEngineeringTechnologyCreative & Media
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    You will implement game features using C++ while collaborating with producers, designers, and artists. Additionally, you will be responsible for testing, debugging, and optimizing game functionality across console and PC platforms.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    📊Experience Level
    5-10
    💼Company Size
    11855
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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