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So I noticed this conversation in the NPD thread and started digging through their job pages.
So, credit for this discovery should go to Skiesofwonder.Shiggy said:Source?Skiesofwonder said:Even Junction Point (Creator of Epic Mickey) is working on a Wii/Xbox 360/PS3 A.K.A multi-platform title as we speak. Hell that could potentially even be Epic Mickey 2 for all we know.
Source: https://disney.recruitmax.com//main...zReturnToSearch=1&szWordsToHighlight=JunctionJob Posting 1 said:Systems Programmer
City
Austin
State
TX
Position Type
Full-time
Requisition ID
265491
Disney Interactive Media Group (DIMG) is a segment of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) responsible for the creation and delivery of Disney branded interactive entertainment and informational content across multiple platforms including online, mobile and video game consoles around the globe. DIMG core businesses include Disney Interactive Studios, which self publishes and distributes a broad portfolio of multi-platform video games, mobile games and interactive entertainment worldwide; and Disney Online, which produces the No. 1 Community-Family & Parenting Web site and an industry-leading suite of online virtual worlds for kids and families.
SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER
RESPONSIBILITES
Ownership of some key low-level systems. Possibilities include but are not limited to: resource system, memory system, job system.
Identify bottlenecks, come up with plans of attack and execute on them.
Keep the team informed of performance issues and help guide optimizations based on profiling.
Debugging low-level systems.
Based on the systems you own:
o Help convert existing systems to run as jobs across multiple processors/SPUs.
o Find memory savings and reduce memory fragmentation as a result of level streaming.
o Reduce load time of level components as they are streamed in off disc.
QUALIFICATIONS
Shipped PS3 and Xbox 360 titles in a core systems or optimization role.
You are adept with both PS3 and Xbox 360 profiling tools.
Strong understanding of threading and contention issues.
Understanding of CPU characteristics related to optimization (e.g. cache coherency).
Bachelor degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent training and professional experience
Strong knowledge of C++.
Strong debugging skills and the ability to isolate bugs
Good verbal and written communication skills.
EXPERIENCE AND ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Experience with SPUs and jobifying systems.
Assembly language: SPU, PowerPC
PS3 and Xbox 360 intrinsic
Gen3 experience
To expedite consideration, we highly recommend that you BOTH upload your resume AND copy and paste the text when creating your candidate profile.
Req ID: 265491
View all Disney Interactive Media Group jobs at www.dimgcareers.com.
Disney Interactive Studios, part of Disney Interactive Media Group, is the interactive entertainment affiliate of the Walt Disney Company. Disney Interactive Studios, which has five internal game development studios around the world, self publishes and distributes a broad portfolio of multi-platform video games and interactive entertainment worldwide.
JUNCTION Point Studios, headed by industry visionary Warren Spector, is a developer of innovative single-player and small-group multiplayer console and PC games. Our focus is on player-driven narrative, which we define as "improvisational gameplay in the context of a strong, traditional narrative." The company's main goal is to tell stories with players, not to them, allowing them to craft unique experiences through in-game choices. For some developers, it may be enough to refine and polish. At JUNCTION Point, we want to change things innovation is a core value. Each game advances the state of the art. We believe long-term success can best be achieved by delivering games of the highest quality in gameplay and presentation.
Source: https://disney.recruitmax.com//main...zReturnToSearch=1&szWordsToHighlight=JunctionJob Posting 2 said:Senior Graphics Programmer
City
Austin
State
TX
Position Type
Full-time
Requisition ID
264076
Disney Interactive Media Group (DIMG) is a segment of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) responsible for the creation and delivery of Disney branded interactive entertainment and informational content across multiple platforms including online, mobile and video game consoles around the globe. DIMG core businesses include Disney Interactive Studios, which self publishes and distributes a broad portfolio of multi-platform video games, mobile games and interactive entertainment worldwide; and Disney Online, which produces the No. 1 Community-Family & Parenting Web site and an industry-leading suite of online virtual worlds for kids and families.
SENIOR GRAPHICS PROGRAMMER
REQUIREMENTS
6+ years experience writing graphics code.
Experience in 3D graphics programming (Shaders, Lighting Models, Visibility)
Capable of contributing to overall product vision and design
Strong understanding of C++ and object-oriented design principles
Good interpersonal and communication skills
SPECIFIC SKILLS
Design, develop, write and implement code
Interact closely with designers, artists, and animators to achieve the vision of the game.
Assist in resolving complex technical issues
Research and develop cutting edge rendering technology
EXPERIENCE AND ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Post secondary degree in computer science preferred from a four-year college or university; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Shipped console (Wii, PS3, Xbox 360) title experience
Experience programming graphics on the PS3 and/or Xbox 360
Req ID 264076
To expedite consideration, we highly recommend that you BOTH upload your resume AND copy and paste the text when creating your candidate profile.
View all Disney Interactive Media Group jobs at www.dimgcareers.com.
Disney Interactive Studios, part of Disney Interactive Media Group, is the interactive entertainment affiliate of the Walt Disney Company. Disney Interactive Studios, which has five internal game development studios around the world, self publishes and distributes a broad portfolio of multi-platform video games and interactive entertainment worldwide.
JUNCTION Point Studios, headed by industry visionary Warren Spector, is a developer of innovative single-player and small-group multiplayer console and PC games. Our focus is on player-driven narrative, which we define as "improvisational gameplay in the context of a strong, traditional narrative." The company's main goal is to tell stories with players, not to them, allowing them to craft unique experiences through in-game choices. For some developers, it may be enough to refine and polish. At JUNCTION Point, we want to change things innovation is a core value. Each game advances the state of the art. We believe long-term success can best be achieved by delivering games of the highest quality in gameplay and presentation.
Source: https://disney.recruitmax.com//main...zReturnToSearch=1&szWordsToHighlight=JunctionJob Posting 3 said:Network Programmer
City
Austin
State
TX
Position Type
Full-time
Requisition ID
265465
Disney Interactive Media Group (DIMG) is a segment of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) responsible for the creation and delivery of Disney branded interactive entertainment and informational content across multiple platforms including online, mobile and video game consoles around the globe. DIMG core businesses include Disney Interactive Studios, which self publishes and distributes a broad portfolio of multi-platform video games, mobile games and interactive entertainment worldwide; and Disney Online, which produces the No. 1 Community-Family & Parenting Web site and an industry-leading suite of online virtual worlds for kids and families.
NETWORK PROGRAMMER
RESPONSIBILITES
Provide technical expertise in network game development and technologies.
Design and implement both in-game multiplayer networking and pre-game matchmaking and lobby code.
Reliably create good quality, performance-sensitive code.
Provide coaching to help less experienced engineers create network safe code
QUALIFICATIONS
4+ years network software engineering experience, game industry experience is strongly preferred.
Proficient in C++ and good coding practices.
Ability to lead a team environment based on collaborative design and structured code architecture.
A positive attitude and the ability to take direction and receive criticism.
Ability to meet deadlines within well-defined production schedules.
Good communication skills, both written and oral.
Bachelors degree in computer science or a related field.
Experience programming on the PS3 and/or Xbox 360
Shipped console (Wii, PS3, Xbox 360) title experience
Gen3 experience
View all Disney Interactive Media Group jobs at www.dimgcareers.com.
Disney Interactive Studios, part of Disney Interactive Media Group, is the interactive entertainment affiliate of the Walt Disney Company. Disney Interactive Studios, which has five internal game development studios around the world, self publishes and distributes a broad portfolio of multi-platform video games and interactive entertainment worldwide.
JUNCTION Point Studios, headed by industry visionary Warren Spector, is a developer of innovative single-player and small-group multiplayer console and PC games. Our focus is on player-driven narrative, which we define as "improvisational gameplay in the context of a strong, traditional narrative." The company's main goal is to tell stories with players, not to them, allowing them to craft unique experiences through in-game choices. For some developers, it may be enough to refine and polish. At JUNCTION Point, we want to change things innovation is a core value. Each game advances the state of the art. We believe long-term success can best be achieved by delivering games of the highest quality in gameplay and presentation.