Technical Sound Designer (Contract) - Sledgehammer Games

Activision Blizzard, Inc.•San Mateo, CA

1d•$30 - $56•Remote

About The Position

Sledgehammer Games is seeking a passionate and experienced game Technical Sound Designer to help create a new AAA audio experience. The role involves technical implementation and sound design for game audio content, working alongside an experienced audio team. The position is a temporary fixed-term contract of up to one year. Remote work is permitted.

Requirements

At least three years of experience in game audio development.
At least one major shipped title.
Familiarity with programming languages such as Lua or Python, or experience with visual scripting such as Blueprint.
Fluency in game audio implementation systems.
Understanding of the audio functionality, capabilities, and limitations of PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Experience with major digital audio workstations.
Solid understanding of technical audio theory and audio engineering.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Exceptional organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Continuing Education Certificate, professional degree, or advanced degree in programming, audio engineering, or a similar field.
Experience in C++ or C#.
Hands-on experience with Lua, Python, or other scripting languages.
First-person shooter or multiplayer experience.

Responsibilities

Create real-time audio-control scripts.
Implement audio assets.
Collaborate with audio programmers and sound designers to develop audio systems that support creative vision and gameplay needs.
Apply studio and departmental best practices for technical audio workflows and systems.
Design interactive and linear sound effects.
Promote teamwork and collaboration within and beyond the Audio Department.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Health savings account or health reimbursement account.
Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
Life and AD&D insurance and disability insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Tuition reimbursement.
Charitable donation matching.
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, and floating holidays.
Compassion and bereavement leaves and parental leave.
Mental health and wellbeing programs and fitness programs.
Free and discounted games.
Voluntary benefits including supplemental life and disability coverage, legal services, ID protection, and rental insurance.
Relocation assistance may be available if the company requires a geographic move.