The Role
Assist with maintaining and extending Larian Studios’ proprietary game engine, including memory management, networking, ECS, data structures, performance optimization, physics, and animation systems. Collaborate with game development departments to implement components, write robust and tested C++ code, and participate in creative and technical game production. This is a full-time, on-site internship in Barcelona.
Summary Generated by Built In
With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games. As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for an Engine Programming Intern to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.
Responsibilities
- Help to maintain and extend our proprietary engine’s tech stack (Memory management, networking, ECS, data structures, performance optimization, physics systems, animation systems …)
- Work closely together with the other departments to implement the needed game components.
- Write robust, performant, well tested and maintainable code.
- Be an active participant in the design and production of the game; the technical side of the creative team!
Requirements
- Good knowledge of C++.
- Strong understanding of basic C++ concepts (types, OOP, memory management, etc.)
- Portfolio of personal C++ project(s) (with source code), not older than 2 years
- Projects must be personal work (university coursework will not be considered)
- Applications without coding examples will not be considered
- Open minded, willing to experiment and iterate over a specific feature.
- Good communication skills in English.
- You are a team player and willing to take responsibility.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to work full-time on-site at our Barcelona studio.
What We Offer
- An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
- An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
- A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
- Sharing hobbies and passions with likeminded colleagues
- Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
- Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback
Skills Required
- Good knowledge of C++
- Strong understanding of C++ types, object-oriented programming, and memory management
- Personal C++ project portfolio with source code, created within the last two years
- Projects must be personal work; university coursework is not accepted
- Coding examples included with the application
- Open-mindedness and willingness to experiment and iterate
- Good communication skills in English
- Teamwork and willingness to take responsibility
- Problem-solving skills
- Willingness to work full-time on-site at the Barcelona studio
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The Company
What We Do
Founded in 1996, Larian Studios has long been dedicated to creating world-class video games. The team is known for the critically acclaimed Divinity series - six games that straddle multiple genres and defy expectations. Its first crowdfunded success, Divinity: Original Sin, won over 150 awards and nominations, while its sequel Divinity: Original Sin 2 launched with a 93 Metacritic rating, as well as over 160 awards. Its latest game, Baldur's Gate 3, launched to critical acclaim, receiving over 200 Game of the Year Awards, including the five major trophies from the BAFTA Game Awards, Golden Joysticks, Game Developers Choice, DICE, and The Game Awards
