Blizzard ist weiter am expandieren und hat wieder zwei neue Stellenangebote ausgeschrieben. Diesmal suchen sie einen Senior Network Analyst und einen Audio Programmer. Folgende Voraussetzungen sind zu erfüllen bevor man sich bewirbt:
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of C++ and PC programming
- Knowledge of audio signal processing – mixing, sample rates, data compression, filters, reverbs, 3D positional audio, etc..
- Experience with multi-channel audio (Quad, 5.1 etc.) and 3D positional audio (done both in software and hardware such as Creative Labs EAX 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, and beyond).
- Has the ability to write customized audio development tools for the sound designers and composers to interface directly with the game audio engines.
- Loves video games.
Pluses
- Mac and cross-platform programming experience.
- Experience with off-the-shelf sound engines such as F-Mod, Game Coda, Miles, etc. is a plus. We may customize one of these, and/or build our own engine from the ground up.
- Knowledge of Win32 API“s.
- Music and/or Sound design experience – composing/arranging, sound design, synthesis, sampling, MIDI sequencing, audio engineering/mixing, digital audio workstations, etc..
- Experience in programming with interactive music and MIDI playback.
- Console programming experience using engines such as the X-Box XACT engine.
- Any knowledge or interest in Creative Labs ISACT engine.
Requirements
- Strong customer service skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate and present complex issues and analyses in an effective manner.
- Good organization and time management skills.
- Must be highly dependable, with a „Can Do“ attitude.
- Advanced knowledge of Cisco configuration and programming.
- Ability to troubleshoot network hardware, software, or routing problems.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Exchange Server and Active Directory.
- Advanced knowledge of network routing technologies (TCP/IP, DNS, WINS, management of NT/AD domains).
- Must have extensive hardware experience (ability to build, diagnose and repair computers; strong troubleshooting skills).
- Advanced skills in installing and administering Windows 2000/2003/NT/XP.
- Must have intermediate knowledge of *nix in a networking environment.
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of backup/restore procedures.
- Must be available on-call for emergencies; must be able to work weekends if needed.
- Must be able and willing to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
- Must be experienced in playing computer games and have a familiarity with game software/hardware.
Außer guten Kentnissen im Audio- bzw Netzwerkbereich sollte auch eine gewisse Passion für Computerspiele da sein. Auffällig ist, daß für den Audio Programmer sowohl Mac / PC als auch X-Box Kentnisse vom Vorteil sind bei einer Bewerbung. Der Netzwerk Analyst sollte immer telefonisch bereit sein für Notfälle und auch in der Lage sein, am Wochenende zu arbeiten. Wie immer sind dies Vollzeitjobs in Irvine, Kalifornien und keine Praktika.
*Update*
Auch ein 2D-Artist wird nun gesucht, aber anders als bei den beiden anderen Jobs kommt diese Suche direkt von Blizzard North, was nun Spekulationen über ein Diablo3 aufleben lassen wird.
Required Qualifications
- Outstanding graphic design skills.
- Strong illustration background.
- Superior eye for light, shade, color, and detail in creating texture maps.
- Proficiency using Adobe Photoshop or equivalent 2D paint program.
- Must work well in a team environment, receiving and giving peer reviews.
- Passion for games.
- Able to work full-time in the San Francisco Bay area.
Pluses
- Strong foundation in the traditional arts, including, but not limited to, figure drawing and illustration.
- Experience creating game assets.