Naughty Dog is the developer of some of the most critically acclaimed and top-selling video games on PlayStation platforms, having created the classic Crash Bandicoot and Jak and Daxter series, as well as modern franchises Uncharted and The Last of Us. The studio is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Interactive Entertainment based out of Santa Monica, CA. 

Naughty Dog is also home to Sony World Wide Studios’ ICE Team, a central technology group that focuses on creating core graphics technologies for Sony’s worldwide first-party published titles, including low-level game engine components, graphics processing pipelines, supporting tools, and graphics profiling and debugging tools.

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Ability to work onsite from our Santa Monica, CA studio is required. For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I &amp; II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us. Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together. We'd love to find an experienced gameplay animator to join us! What you will do:&nbsp; Work closely with the Design and Art teams to bring ideas and new gameplay features into the game Programming content like player movement, animation, AI, weapons, user interface, and scripting Ownership of multiple gameplay systems (Weapons, Inventory, Ranged Combat), including maintenance as well as new feature implementations and consulting with design on what can be added easily and what the costs of additional features would be What skills you will use; Four (4) years of experience as a Senior Game Programmer, Game Programmer, or in a related occupation in video game industry 1 shipped AAA game Strong math skills with emphasis on 3D math which includes the ability to solve complex vector math problems Strong knowledge of C and C++ programming languages which includes concurrency and multithreaded programming, and locks and lock-free structure to debug issues Game console programming experience such as varied player-facing systems including cameras, movement, aiming and interface Job Site: Santa Monica, California Work from office required (M-W-F) Hybrid allowed &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Please refer to our&nbsp;Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.$120,000&mdash;$130,000 USD

Gameplay Programmer

Ability to work in-office from our Santa Monica, CA studio five days a week is required. For 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of interactive storytelling, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part I and The Last of Us Part II Remastered for the PS5. We're also proud to say that both games are now available for the first time on PC. We’re currently busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us.Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together. Naughty Dog is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to join our IT team in supporting our Windows environment, core infrastructure, and development teams. This position will be the primary point of contact for administration of Windows systems and core infrastructure as well as provide escalated support to all members of the studio. The ideal candidate will have an expert technical background, exceptional customer service skills, collaborate well in a team environment, and is well versed in all matters of hardware and software within a studio environment. The ideal candidate would also have a strong passion for researching, deploying, and supporting cutting edge hardware and software solutions. If you are interested in supporting and learning from some of the most talented people in the industry, taking on new challenges, and being an integral part of developing great games we would love to hear from you. What you will do: Serve as the on-site technical expert and domain administrator for Windows and Linux operating systems Serve as the primary administrator of applications, user accounts, operating systems and tools such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy Performance monitoring and reporting of system performance, IT system operations, internal tools, patching tools, and virtual machines On-going technical analysis of studio IT infrastructure to recommend potential improvements Administration and support for various enterprise applications such Office 365, SharePoint, Slack, Zoom, MS Teams, JIRA, Confluence, Parsec, etc. Administration and support of hybrid cloud infrastructure such as Azure and AWS Administration of authentication platforms such as OKTA, Entra ID, Google Authenticator, etc. Creation, deployment and management of Group Policies Maintenance and auditing of domain and endpoint security Configuration, deployment, and maintenance of Windows and Linux servers Configuration, deployment, and maintenance of database servers and repositories Assist in configuration, deployment, and maintenance of virtual machines Racking and installation of server, storage, and networking equipment Perform patching and updating workstation, server, and networking equipment Create and maintain installation, procedure, and support documentation Collaborate with multiple development stakeholders to assist in troubleshooting, identifying root causes, and provide escalated technical support when needed Collaborate with Naughty Dog, SIE, and studio partner stakeholders to execute development related projects while ensuring IT standards and procedures are followed Provide mentorship and training to other members of the IT team Requirements &amp; Skills: Must have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, MCSE certification, or equivalent education + experience Must have 10+ years experience administrating and supporting a large, highly distributed, studio environment in media, entertainment or games industries Must have experience supporting artists, designers, and engineers through the development and release of at least 2 completed titles or projects Expert understanding of Windows server 2022 and later Expert understanding of Unbutu 20.04 and later • Expert troubleshooting skills for server and desktop hardware Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking and routing Strong understanding of Intel and AMD Server Hardware Strong understanding of deployment tools such as Windows Deployment Services, Microsoft Deployment Toolkit Strong understanding of virtualization technologies such as VMWare and Hyper-V Strong understanding of automation tools such as Ansible, Jenkins, Puppet Strong understanding of containerization practices and software such as Docker and Kubernetes Proficient in a scripting language such as PowerShell or Python to automate tasks Experience with configuration management or infrastructure as code Experience with vulnerability management solutions such as Qualys Experience with project and incident tracking systems such as JIRA, ServiceNow, etc. Experience with backup systems such as Cohesity, Rubrik, Commvault, etc. Experience with analytics and interactive visualization web applications such as Grafana or Prometheus Experience with using AI tools Excellent written and verbal communication skills, customer service, and organizational skills Ability to be on-call to cover out of hours support Ability to learn quickly and demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills Bonus Skills: (Optional) Familiarity with Netapp hardware Experience with terminal services Experience with Perforce Experience with cloud AWS management A passion for games #LI-AB1Please refer to our&nbsp;Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.$149,000&mdash;$187,200 USD

Senior Systems Administrator

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner DZConneX.&nbsp; Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position. For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I &amp; II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and The Last of Us Part II Remastered for PC and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us.&nbsp; Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.&nbsp; Naughty Dog is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Associate Quality Assurance Tester/Language Development Support, specializing in Japanese. This role is integral to ensuring the high quality and cultural accuracy of our game content for Japanese speaking audiences. The ideal candidate will have a passion for gaming, strong communication skills in both Japanese and English, and a keen eye for detail. What you will do: Identify, log, and maintain gameplay issues Conduct ad hoc and bug regression testing when necessary Create and execute test plans Verify in-game non-English dialogue and text, specifically Japanese Provide quality assurance and development support for Japanese language content Demonstrate eagerness to learn new skills and the ability to teach them to others Remain flexible and adaptive to assignment and schedule changes, including overtime Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed &nbsp;What skills you will use: Fluency in Japanese; native speakers preferred Fluency in English A desire to be part of the Naughty Dog Team Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills in both &nbsp;Japanese and English Demonstrable skill set beyond just bug investigation and documentation Willingness to share opinions and feedback with other departments Keen attention to detail and accuracy A team-oriented individual who can also work effectively independently Working knowledge of PS4 and PS5 systems Bonus Skills: Additional linguistic fluency beyond Japanese Formal post-high school education (college, technical school, etc.) Scripting or programming experience All applicants must provide a resume and cover letter to be considered. The cover letter should highlight your relevant experience and interest in the position. Additional Material Submission: We recognize that applicants fluent in Japanese may also possess additional skills relevant to the gaming industry Applicants with a Background in Art, Programming, or Design:Please submit a portfolio to give us a deeper understanding of your skills and creativity. Applicants with a Audio, Film or Editing Background:Please include a reel with your application to showcase your technical abilities and editing style. As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be asked to complete a QA Test. #LI-CW1 &nbsp;Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.&nbsp;Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here&nbsp;to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$17.50&mdash;$26.50 USD

(Japanese) Associate QA Tester / Language Development Support (Contingent)

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner DZConneX. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position.Ability to work hybrid from our Santa Monica, CA based studio is required. For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Part I is now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and The Last of Us Part II Remastered for PC and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us.Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together. In this role you’ll be responsible for prototyping gameplay using our in-house tools and scripting language, which could range from combat encounters to narrative sequences to player mechanics and enemy behaviors. Then working across departments to bring your prototypes into production and polish your work to the high level of quality Naughty Dog is known for.&nbsp; We’re looking for self-motivated, proactive designers who enjoy creating unique experiences and can combine their technical and creative skills while iterating rapidly. &nbsp;What you will do&nbsp; Prototyping, implementing, and owning gameplay scenarios, narrative sequences, interactive objects, and AI behaviors Collaborating with the Design team to conceptualize, prototype, implement, tune, and balance gameplay mechanics and systems Communicating with animation, programming, and art departments to effectively produce the assets and code support required for the areas you’re owning Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed &nbsp;What skills will you use Significant programming ability (Computer Science undergraduate degree preferred) Knowledge of 3D math Experience with C++, C#, Lua, or other scripting language Broad understanding of gaming landscape Self-starter with excellent communication and teamwork skills Willingness to take design direction when offered, brainstorm, iterate and come up with fun and creative solutions Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed &nbsp;Bonus Skills Experience developing third-person action games Experience with 3D level editors Understanding of narrative principles, and conveying emotion through gameplay Experience with the following areas of design Behavior Trees Melee Combat Systems Character animation Enemy &amp; boss design As part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates should expect to be given a technical interviewPlease refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.&nbsp;Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here&nbsp;to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$37&mdash;$57 USD

Associate Game Designer (Technical) (Contingent)

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner, DZConnex. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position.&nbsp;&nbsp; Candidates must be available to work in our Santa Monica studio on a hybrid basis.&nbsp; For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I and II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we’d love to find talented individuals to join us. &nbsp; Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together. &nbsp; Naughty Dog is looking for a talented Camera Layout Artist to join our team in creating the next generation of award-winning story telling! You’ll create previs for shoots, turn the shoot data into cinematic sequences, and then work alongside animation and design to bring the cameras to final polish.&nbsp; What you will do:&nbsp; Create sequences that clearly depict staging, blocking, camera motion, and character performance for cinematics, from rough layout to final camera polish&nbsp; Hand animate cameras for interactive and cinematic sequences&nbsp; Manipulate performance capture data when necessary to best tell the story&nbsp; Previs sequences based on narrative script, figuring out pacing, blocking prior to shoot&nbsp; Support animation and design teams for in-game cameras&nbsp; Provide solutions to creative problems, and be capable of pitching ideas verbally&nbsp; Communicate clearly with production staff and manage production tasks&nbsp; Oversee the technical aspects of camera implementation across the game&nbsp; What skills you will use:&nbsp;&nbsp; 5+ years of experience as a Camera Layout or Previs artist in the game or film industry&nbsp; Maya experience is required: generalist level skill at animating, modeling, rigging, shading, lighting, etc.&nbsp; Experience working with motion capture data&nbsp; Ability to tell compelling stories through cinematography and editing&nbsp; Work ethic and follow-through&nbsp; Openness to criticism and ideas&nbsp; Clear and kind communication within the team and across disciplines&nbsp; Artistic and technical skills&nbsp; Teamwork&nbsp; Excellent attention to detail&nbsp; Creativity and innovation in visual storytelling&nbsp; Efficiency and organization in workflow&nbsp; Proven ability to work autonomously and take initiative&nbsp; Bonus Skills&nbsp; Comfortability with scripting languages&nbsp; Comfortability with 2d artistic tools such as Photoshop, After Effects and Premiere Pro is a plus&nbsp; Experience working on a motion capture set&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience hand-operating a virtual camera&nbsp;&nbsp; If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and reel!&nbsp; As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates may be asked to complete a cinematic test.&nbsp; #LI-AB1Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.&nbsp;Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here&nbsp;to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$57.98&mdash;$72.45 USD

Camera Layout Artist (Contingent)

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner DZConneX. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position. For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I &amp; II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and The Last of Us Part II Remastered for PC and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us.&nbsp; Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.&nbsp; Naughty Dog is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Associate Quality Assurance Tester/Language Development Support, specializing in French. This role is integral to ensuring the high quality and cultural accuracy of our game content for French-speaking audiences. The ideal candidate will have a passion for gaming, strong communication skills in both French and English, and a keen eye for detail. What you will do:&nbsp; Identify, log, and maintain gameplay issues Conduct ad hoc and bug regression testing when necessary Create and execute test plans Verify in-game non-English dialogue and text, specifically French Provide quality assurance and development support for French language content Demonstrate eagerness to learn new skills and the ability to teach them to others Remain flexible and adaptive to assignment and schedule changes, including overtime Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed &nbsp;What skills you will use: Fluency in French; native speakers preferred Fluency in English A desire to be part of the Naughty Dog Team Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills in both French and English Demonstrable skill set beyond just bug investigation and documentation Willingness to share opinions and feedback with other departments Keen attention to detail and accuracy A team-oriented individual who can also work effectively independently Working knowledge of PS4 and PS5 systems Bonus Skills:&nbsp; Additional linguistic fluency beyond French Formal post-high school education (college, technical school, etc.) Scripting or programming experience All applicants must provide a resume and cover letter to be considered. The cover letter should highlight your relevant experience and interest in the position.Additional Material Submission: We recognize that applicants fluent in French may also possess additional skills relevant to the gaming industry Applicants with a Background in Art, Programming, or Design:Please submit a portfolio to give us a deeper understanding of your skills and creativity. Applicants with a Audio, Film or Editing Background:Please include a reel with your application to showcase your technical abilities and editing style. As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be asked to complete a QA Test. #LI-CW1Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.&nbsp;Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here&nbsp;to learn more. &nbsp;The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$17.50&mdash;$26.50 USD

(French) Associate QA Tester /Language Development Support (Contingent)

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner DZConneX.&nbsp;Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position.Ability to work hybrid from our Santa Monica, CA based studio is required. For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of interactive gameplay and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us and The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well for the PS5 . We're also proud to say that both games are now available for the first time on PC. We’re currently busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us. Naughty Dog is looking for a talented and enthusiastic storyteller to join our Editorial team as a Gameplay Capture Artist. The capture artist will be responsible for creating fresh, unique, and exciting video and still-image assets for use in public-facing campaigns by capturing them directly from Naughty Dog’s entire catalogue of games. In addition, this position will occasionally oversee the creation of original gameplay-focused marketing materials, taking them from ideation, through capture, editorial, and publishing. Our ideal candidate is a passionate and collaborative storyteller with exemplary gameplay skills and a sharp eye for artistic shot composition. The Gameplay Capture Artist works with our video editing team to produce outstanding videos and captivating screenshots from all&nbsp;Naughty Dog games. In addition, this role will work closely with the Design and Programming departments to script complex shots to allow for faster iteration. You will collaborate closely with our communications, animation,&nbsp;cinematography, and other teams as needed. You will utilize our custom internal tools to capture unique and captivating shots. This role will occasionally be responsible for editing captures into&nbsp;complete video assets for internal use and external release. What you will do: Identify and capture cinematic and gameplay content from within a &nbsp;game, creating imagery that conveys narrative tone and highlights core game features Rapidly understand the narrative themes, tone, and aesthetics of games in active development and gain mastery of gameplay Utilize debug functions as well as new and evolving in-game tools to create unique and stylish video and still captures Work with varying levels of supervision and creative direction, ranging from high levels of autonomy to working directly with a director to capture specific requests Work on multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining a fast pace to ensure deadlines are met and deliverables are up to our industry-leading quality standards Problem-solve to achieve the best possible results while working within the confines of unfinished technology Occasionally edit gameplay reels for internal and external use What skills you will use: Exceptional gameplay and combat skills for current platform (PS5, PS4, PC) video game titles. Able to plan and execute extended/complicated gameplay sequences while concurrentlyutilizing the in-game camera to convey tone and tell a captivating story A master of shot composition and visual storytelling Experience creating visual content in digital or standard media (video, photography, gaming, etc.) Thorough understanding of and passion for Naughty Dog’s games Creative, collaborative, and adaptable. A team-player who is comfortable with giving feedback and receiving critique Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills Ability to perform at a high level whether working as part of a team or independently Self-driven and strong work-ethic Adaptable. Willing to learn new skills and try new things Creative, out of the box thinker, able to see angles or shots that others don’t Bonus Skills: Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position Programming experience Non-linear editing experience Proficiency using the Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Media Encoder) As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be asked to complete a gameplay capture test.&nbsp; #LI-AB1Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.&nbsp;Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here&nbsp;to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$34.52&mdash;$43.13 USD

Gameplay Capture Artist (Contingent)

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner, DZConnex. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position. This is an onsite role in Santa Monica, CA, and requires in-person attendance five days a week. For 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of interactive storytelling, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part I and The Last of Us Part II Remastered for the PS5. We're also proud to say that both games are now available for the first time on PC. We’re currently busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us.Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together. Naughty Dog is seeking an IT Coordinator to join our IT team in supporting the studio. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with a passion for operational excellence across IT support, asset management, onboarding, and project coordination. The IT Coordinator will serve as a vital connection point between teams, vendors, and users—maintaining and improving the systems and workflows that keep our infrastructure running smoothly. If you thrive on solving problems, supporting innovative technologies, streamlining processes, and collaborating with some of the most talented professionals in the industry, we’d love to hear from you. What will you do:&nbsp; Track, manage, and organize all IT hardware and software assets, ensuring accurate lifecycle visibility Coordinate the shipping, receiving, tagging, and inventory updates of new and returning equipment Organize secure e-waste disposal and asset decommissioning in accordance with internal policies Support administration of user accounts, licenses, and permissions throughout the employee lifecycle Facilitate onboarding, offboarding, and return-to-studio coordination in collaboration with internal teams, such as Operations and Human Resources Provide Tier 1–2 technical support for local and remote staff, resolving issues with devices, software, and connectivity Maintain and support purchasing and warranties for mobile device setups, printers, and general workplace technology Assist with project tracking and IT initiatives, including hardware refreshes and infrastructure upgrades Document and maintain IT procedures, FAQs, and configuration guides in platforms like Confluence Generate monthly reports on asset inventory, ticket trends, licensing, and tool utilization Serve as a liaison with vendors and the Finance team for procurement, RMAs, and support, ensuring accurate records and credential management Additional responsibilities may apply What skill will you use:&nbsp; 4+ years of “project management" or “operations” experience in a fast-paced IT environment. Expertise in using and managing IT asset tracking systems and maintaining accurate inventory records Adaptability to fast-paced, often hectic IT environments in the gaming or entertainment industries. Fluency with data-driven reporting and presentation tools such as Microsoft Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, Domo, and Tableau Experience managing software licenses and assigning to individual users and devices Familiarity with user onboarding/offboarding workflows, access provisioning, and lifecycle tracking Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and deliver on project milestones Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a collaborative and team-oriented mindset Ability to write and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and internal knowledge base content Proficiency in Windows environments, including enterprise tools like Active Directory, OKTA, GSuite, and Microsoft 365 Working knowledge of IT ticketing systems such as Zendesk and task management tools like Jira Comfortable using productivity and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, Slack, Confluence, Zoom, Miro, and Google Workspace Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite applications for basic troubleshooting and user support #LI-AB1Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.&nbsp;Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here&nbsp;to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$25&mdash;$34 USD

IT Coordinator (CONTINGENT)

Candidates must be available to work in the studio on a hybrid basis. &nbsp; For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I and II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we’d love to find talented individuals to join us. &nbsp; Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together. &nbsp; In service of these goals, Naughty Dog is growing our production team! &nbsp; We’re looking for an experienced Producer to join us in the studio and elevate our team’s capabilities. We are looking for the right candidate to get in early and help define the processes, requirements, and infrastructure that will support the project through launch and beyond. In this role you’ll have a significant impact on the way we work, both within the game team and production team, by leveling up the skills we apply to the production of our games as well as the structures we work within. On the game team side, you’ll partner with leads and directors to understand their needs. You’ll develop processes to improve communication, scheduling, and overall quality of life; all while developing the kind of ground-breaking video games we're famous for. &nbsp; Our ideal candidate is someone with a deep understanding of the complexities of game development and a track record of building processes to help the team achieve their highest potential. You'll bring your organizational skills, understanding of communication pipelines, leadership experience, and passion for making games - and above all, your empathy to inspire the team and rally support for our shared vision! &nbsp; What you will do: &nbsp; Work with creative teams to ensure clear information flows within your assigned pipelines &nbsp; Build and maintain project plans, schedules, and roadmaps. Ensure the team is on track with their goals &nbsp; Communicate frequently and effectively with key collaborators on project status, risks, and opportunities &nbsp; Ensure cross-department visibility is clear and dependencies are properly tracked. Ensure the impact of scope changes is understood, and the ramifications are clearly communicated &nbsp; Contribute to the development and refinement of our shared production processes to increase studio efficiency and quality &nbsp; Serve as a mentor and provide leadership, information, and resources to new and existing production team members &nbsp; Work with the tools team to advance the development of our production-related software &nbsp; Maintain a constant awareness of game status through regular play sessions. Evaluate project scope and make recommendations to the Creative Director, Game Director, and studio leadership &nbsp; What skills you will use: &nbsp; Solid understanding of video game development, software development processes, and project management practices &nbsp; 3+ years of proven experience in a production role where you've supported cross-functional teams in the creation and delivery of AAA projects &nbsp; Experience working with designers and cross-discipline pipelines Expertise in common Production methodologies and software &nbsp; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, on both a personal and team level &nbsp; Self-starter. Approach challenges creatively and methodically, seeing them through to final resolution &nbsp; #LI-AB1 The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans. Please refer to our&nbsp;Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.$122,800&mdash;$153,500 USD

Producer

This is a hybrid position based at our studio in Santa Monica, CA. For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I &amp; II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us. Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together. The Character Art team is looking for a highly technical and artistic Senior Character Artist to join our team in creating the next generation of award-winning story telling! We are looking for an artist who can help create characters, creatures AND develop pipelines that help streamline and push boundaries to create compelling characters that fit seamlessly within the narrative-driven worlds we build. By working alongside other departments and disciplines to inform, inspire, collaborate and develop artistic solutions to technical obstacles, you’ll help ensure our character pipeline is at the forefront of AAA development. What you will do: Work with artists, technical artists, and engineers to design, implement and maintain new workflows that will help streamline and enhance our tools, shaders, and processes Use provided concept art and references to create highly detailed character and creature models Create high poly models, UVs, in game topology and textures to ensure high quality in game characters that work within our technical constraints, while also looking for areas to develop and push past our current boundaries Monitor the needs of rigging, animation, and design to ensure clear characters in game Maintain a clear and consistent workflow under an established schedule Work closely to FX and Lighting artists to create characters that meet artistic and technical requirements Provide direction to character artists for aesthetic and technical considerations Work closely with the Tool and Engine Team to develop new or improve upon old techniques to improve character model quality Work closely with Leads, Principals and Directors to keep quality and style consistent across all characters Help document new and existing pipelines to streamline processes for internal and external artists Act as a power user to evaluate and demo new software and tools from 3rd party developers for the character pipeline What skills will you use: Highly skilled at working with and defining standards for PBR materials, topology, and in game character pipelines Experience developing shaders with technical artists and programmers Intermediate knowledge of python scripting, not required, but a plus Highly skilled at sculpting, modeling, texturing, shading characters and assets for games High level knowledge of hair curve and card creation for next gen games Keen eye to form, lighting, colors and composition Very strong portfolio showing high quality characters At least 5 years of experience as a character artist, working on at least one AAA title Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression, and gender reassignment), race (including color, nationality, ethnic, national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees, and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. #LI-AB1 The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.&nbsp;In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click&nbsp;here to learn more. &nbsp;The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$138,200&mdash;$172,700 USD

Senior Character Artist

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner DZConneX. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position.Ability to work hybrid from our Santa Monica, CA based studio is required. For 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of interactive storytelling, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part I and The Last of Us Part II Remastered for the PS5. We're also proud to say that both games are now available for the first time on PC. We’re currently busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us.Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together. Is your passion crafting dialogue systems? Do you love working out the timing and aesthetics of story conversations in game engines? Are you always looking to find ways to make game dialogue sound more intelligent? Then you’ve come to the right place! Naughty Dog is offering an opportunity to join our Dialogue Team. The ideal candidate possesses proven success in both creative and technical work, as well as a sharp sense of cinematic aesthetic, an attention to detail, and a compelling passion for narrative, storytelling, as well as systemic dialogue. We are looking for an individual who can balance giving ideas while maintaining aesthetic tone within the overall narrative design vision. You possess a deep understanding of what it takes for a team to collaborate in making captivating narrative experiences, and you embody that on a day-to-day basis. Being a self-starter is crucial to our collaborations at Naughty Dog, so a strong and clear communication style is required. You will work closely with Dialogue Designers of all levels, as well as collaborate with fellow Dialogue Team members, writers, designers, animators, and programmers. The Senior Dialogue Designer role is a part of the Dialogue Team, under the Audio Department. You will report directly to the Dialogue Lead and Audio Director for all tasks. As such, writing is not a part of the responsibility set for this role. We encourage you to check back for writing/narrative positions when available. What you will do:&nbsp; Coordinating and implementing dialogue for the following: Gameplay/Story dialogue scenarios In-game cinematics NPC AI driven dialogue systems Non-verbal vocal exertion tagging on animations &nbsp; Creatively iterate on the design and polishing the gameplay experience by collaborating closely with writers, animators, designers, and programmers. General scripting support for the rest of the dialogue team such as creating script functions, debugging scripts, and prototyping gameplay. Work within a level editor to implement scripting regions, spawners, and other markup. Provide detailed feedback on writing for systemic dialogue cohesion, consistency, and character arc Be a growing expert on features that you own or share Assign and review the work of mid-and associate-level team members where appropriate What skills you will use: 5+ years game audio experience with at least 1-2 shipped AAA credit(s) Detailed understanding of naturalistic dialogue timing, pacing, and flow Strong scripting skills&nbsp;and experience with&nbsp;languages such&nbsp;as Lua, Python, etc. Strong scripting skills (Python, Lua, etc). Enjoy being a teammate, exhibit an open and collaborative approach to their work. Excellent communication skills; Able to give and request assistance with problems and issues across the development team Strong problem-solving skills; Able to accurately assess issues and formulate creative solutions, whether design or technical Outstanding organization and documentation skills; Able to work with large amounts of assets, provide clear naming convention and detailed tracking Extraordinary team attitude and being receptive to changes and direction in this dynamic atmosphere Bonus Skills: Demonstrable programming skills (C++, C#, etc.) Previous advanced experience with various forms of linear/interactive narrative media Experience with audio design/editing Knowledge of DAWs and/or digital audio theory As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete a test. #LI-CW1Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.&nbsp;Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here&nbsp;to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$60&mdash;$75 USD

Senior Dialogue Designer (CONTINGENT)

Ability to work hybrid from our Santa Monica, CA based studio is required. For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I and II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we’d love to find talented individuals to join us.&nbsp; Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.&nbsp; We are looking for an experienced Environment Artist to help us push the boundaries to define the future of narrative entertainment. If you are detail oriented and comfortable in the AAA game space and want to be part of groundbreaking projects, you may just be the Dog we’re looking for!&nbsp; What you will do: &nbsp; Develop 3d assets with corresponding materials and construct scenes covering a range of subjects&nbsp; Troubleshoot and maintain levels to stay in frame rate, memory, and design spec &nbsp; Act as point of contact to achieve design and art direction goals as it pertains to building game art &nbsp; Create layouts for environments that are visually dynamic and achieve gameplay goals&nbsp; What skills you will use: &nbsp; 5+ years’ experience creating high quality environments and at least one shipped AAA title &nbsp; Strong layout skills and the ability to ideate effectively with minimal concept art and direction&nbsp; Strong ability to define complex looks for the most challenging levels with minimal concept art and direction &nbsp; Expert understanding of how to build environments in AAA game development &nbsp; Collaborative mindset while working closely with other departments to find and propose solutions for the betterment of the game &nbsp; Strong art sensibilities related to color, composition, and scale &nbsp; Self-motivated - can execute the vision for the level until completion in a timely and efficient manner &nbsp; Full understanding of modeling as demonstrated by the ability to create high quality architecture and organic models &nbsp; Able to achieve a high level of detail through modern modeling techniques and a strong understanding of modular construction &nbsp; Strong polygonal modeling skills - able to generate clean and efficient models &nbsp; Create and apply materials across a variety of subject matter&nbsp; Strong ability to create tiling and trim texture sets&nbsp; Proficient at sculpting/painting surface details and controlling shader features that represent a wide variety of material types&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete an art test. The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans. #LI-AB1 &nbsp; Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.&nbsp;In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click&nbsp;here to learn more. &nbsp;The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$138,200&mdash;$172,700 USD

Senior Environment Artist (Generalist)

Ability to work hybrid from our Santa Monica, CA studio is required. For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I and II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we’d love to find talented individuals to join us.&nbsp; Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.&nbsp; What you will do:&nbsp; Pitch, design, implement, and own enemy NPC archetypes&nbsp; Work with AI programmers to develop foundational NPC technology and implementing and tuning enemy AI behaviors&nbsp; Work with animators to develop enemy locomotion and traversal, melee moves, ambient behaviors, and other custom abilities. Make every enemy archetype feel unique and memorable&nbsp; Collaborate with the Design team to conceptualize, prototype, implement, tune, and balance gameplay mechanics and systems&nbsp;&nbsp; Communicate with animation, programming, and art departments to effectively produce the assets and code support required for the enemies you’re owning&nbsp; Write and maintain documentation that establishes the core vision of the enemy archetypes&nbsp;&nbsp; Drive communication and collaboration for enemies you design and the levels they are in, ensuring communication across disciplines and meeting deadlines&nbsp;&nbsp; Effective and respectful communicator and collaborator, both with other designers and members of other departments&nbsp;&nbsp; Facilitate playtesting and feedback sessions to iterate on combat systems and fine-tune them based on player experiences&nbsp; Mentor junior designers and contribute to the overall growth of the design team&nbsp; What skills you will use:&nbsp;&nbsp; 5+ years of industry experience in combat design and/or technical design for games, specifically focused on developing action-adventure or shooter games&nbsp; At least one shipped title as a combat designer or similar role. Experience with behavior trees or similar NPC AI concepts preferred&nbsp; Strong coding ability: Computer Science degree preferred though not required&nbsp;&nbsp; Proficient in using game engines and tools (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) for combat implementation and design scripting (C#, Lua, Visual Scripting)&nbsp;&nbsp; Welcomes feedback on their work and embraces the “let’s try it” mentality&nbsp; Proficient and effective communication skills, including diagramming and sketching&nbsp; Fluent in modern character action-adventure and shooter combat games. Maintains knowledge of the broader gaming landscape trends&nbsp;&nbsp; Knowledge of narrative structure and how it intersects with gameplay and combat&nbsp; A keen eye for detail in character action games, able to tune gameplay systems to make them feel smooth and impactful&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong leadership and mentoring skills&nbsp; Please refer to our&nbsp;Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.$145,100&mdash;$181,400 USD

Senior Game Designer (Combat)

This is a hybrid position based at our studio in Santa Monica, CA. For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I and II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we’d love to find talented individuals to join us.&nbsp; Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.&nbsp; What you will do: Design high quality layouts for your levels, blocking out simplified geometry to create engaging environments Develop level composition, architectural concepts, and create evocative shapes in collaboration with the art department Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools Produce and maintain documentation that establishes the core concepts of your level Drive communication and collaboration for spaces you design as well as other parts of the game, ensuring communication across disciplines and meeting deadlines Effective and respectful communicator and collaborator, both with other designers and members of other departments Coordinate extensive playtesting, reviews, and iteration Additional Responsibilities may be assigned as needed What skills you will use: 5 years of industry experience in Level Design for games Experience blocking out environments for games using 3D software packages such as Maya, Unreal Editor or otherwise, that exemplify understanding of level design fundamentals Experience using a game editor such as Unreal Editor and scripting/programming using a language such as C#, Lua, Python, Visual Scripting Welcomes feedback on their work and embraces the “let’s try it” mentality. Proficient and effective communication skills Welcomes criticism and has experience collaborating as part of a team, innovating without losing sight of the gameplay vision Understanding the single player gaming landscape Maintains knowledge of the broader gaming landscape trends Strong leadership and mentoring skills Experience working on action-adventure games, 3rd person or 1st person Understanding of narrative concepts and/or experience in writing, film, or theater Understanding of art composition, architectural concepts, and an ability to create evocative shapes 2+ shipped games in the role As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete a design test. &nbsp; &nbsp;Please refer to our&nbsp;Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.$143,700&mdash;$179,600 USD

Senior Game Designer (Level)

Ability to work hybrid from our Santa Monica, CA studio is required. For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I &amp; II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us. Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together. We'd love to find an experienced gameplay animator to join us! What you’ll do: Create high-quality animation content in Maya and ensure proper implementation in our game engine Serve as a positive role model through exemplary demeanor, ability, proactivity, communication, and productivity Collaborate with the Animation, Design, and Engineering teams to create new exciting, mind blowing systemic animations Take ownership of challenging projects and provide innovative solutions, including mentoring team members and creating documentation Direct and participate in motion capture shoots Learn and master Naughty Dog’s unique gameplay systems Work with game systems, adhering to efficient and effective practices Utilize engine debug tools to identify and resolve gameplay issues in collaboration with designers and programmers Partner with animation leadership to define and uphold the style and quality bar for in-game animations Provide constructive feedback to improve internal technologies and artistic workflows Take on additional responsibilities as needed What skills you will use: Minimum of 1 shipped AAA game as a Senior Gameplay Animator (or equivalent) Minimum of 5 years of experience in the video game industry Expertise in systemic gameplay animation Mastery of both motion capture and keyframe character animation as showcased by your strong animation reel General technical knowledge of animation technologies, including state machines, blend trees, and motion matching Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of game design principles and player experience Ability to provide clear and constructive feedback to peers Proven experience planning, setting up, and directing motion capture shoots independently and efficiently Must be comfortable using a script editor Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly to challenges Highly motivated, proactive, and solution-oriented, with a "can-do" attitude A natural team player who fosters collaboration and inspires others across departments Strong communication skills, ensuring clear and proactive interaction with animation and other teams Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage shifting priorities, and keep stakeholders informed Proactive in taking ownership of assignments and identifying new opportunities to support the team and company goals Proficient with Maya/MotionBuilder animation tools, including layers, time/trax editor, and mocap tools Bonus Skills: Experience developing animation tools is a plus Character rigging experience is a plus Experience setting up in-game physics assets is a plus As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete an animation test. &nbsp; The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans. #LI-AB1 &nbsp;Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.&nbsp;In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click&nbsp;here to learn more. &nbsp;The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$139,000&mdash;$173,800 USD

Senior Gameplay Animator

Ability to work hybrid from our Santa Monica, CA based studio is required.&nbsp;&nbsp; For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I &amp; II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and The Last of Us Part II Remastered for PC and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us.&nbsp; Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.&nbsp; We are looking for an expert gameplay animator to help us continue setting the standard of interactive animation for our latest project. If you are detail oriented, comfortable in the AAA game space and want to be part of groundbreaking visual quality and tech, you may just be the Dog we’re looking for!&nbsp; What you will do:&nbsp; Create high quality animation content in Maya and implement them correctly in our Naughty Dog engine&nbsp; Conceptualize, collaborate, and prototype ideas through mood boards and investigative animations Craft gameplay animations for a broad range of creatures of varied types to a high standard of realism for the game Mentor and grow other animators’ abilities&nbsp; Serve as a positive role model for the team to follow in demeanor, ability, proactivity, communication, and productivity within the department&nbsp; Work closely with design and engineering to create new exciting, mind-blowing systemic animations&nbsp; Be involved with directing motion capture shoots&nbsp; Learn and understand how Naughty Dog gameplay systems work&nbsp; Be able to work with any system using the most efficient practices&nbsp; Use the engine debug tools to solve gameplay problems and work with designers and programmers to find a solution&nbsp; Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed&nbsp; What skills you will use:&nbsp; Minimum of 1 shipped AAA game as a Senior Gameplay Animator (or equivalent)&nbsp; Minimum of 5 years working in the video-games industry&nbsp; Ability to produce very high-quality animation Proficient command of weight, timing, and posing through both keyframing and the manipulation of motion capture data&nbsp; Strong understanding of creature animation and mechanics A strong grasp of physical motion, weight, balance, texture, and form Experience with prototype/quick iteration environments Efficiency and organization in workflow&nbsp; Provide accurate and clear feedback for others&nbsp; Passion for opening up the boundaries of interactive character animation&nbsp; Ability to plan, setup, and direct motion capture shoots independently and efficiently&nbsp; Good general technical knowledge of how games work&nbsp; Must be comfortable using a script editor&nbsp; Excellent problem solver / fire fighter&nbsp; Highly motivated and proactive with a CAN-DO attitude&nbsp; Inspire teamwork and collaboration across the department&nbsp; Proactive communicator within animation and other departments&nbsp; Take ownership of assignments and proactively identifies new tasks to tackle&nbsp; Utilizing expert prioritization skills to finish tasks quickly and to let others know when priorities must change&nbsp; Proactively finding useful things to work on to progress the company and team&nbsp; Deep knowledge of Maya: layers, time/trax editor, mocap tools&nbsp; In engine animation layering knowledge&nbsp; Familiar with one of the modern animation systems: Unreal, Morpheme, Unity, etc. Bonus skills:&nbsp; Python knowledge&nbsp; C, C#, or C++ knowledge&nbsp; As part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete an animation test.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans. #LI-AB1 &nbsp; Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.&nbsp;In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click&nbsp;here to learn more. &nbsp;The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$139,000&mdash;$173,800 USD

Senior Gameplay Animator (Creatures)

Ability to work hybrid from our Santa Monica, CA based studio is required. For 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of interactive storytelling, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part I and The Last of Us Part II Remastered for the PS5. We're also proud to say that both games are now available for the first time on PC. We’re currently busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us.Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together. At Naughty Dog, Senior Technical Artists are critical in developing visual features and driving the look of the game. Candidates are half-artist and half-programmer. They are proficient in their programming and math skills, they architect clean code, and have advanced knowledge of artist pipelines within a specific domain. In addition to their technical skill contributions, they are expected to have a developed aesthetic vision and an artist’s eye for visual polish.&nbsp;&nbsp; What you will do: Write fragment, vertex and compute shaders to meet art direction and artist needs.&nbsp; Write high-level features (example: skin, cloth, wetness, and mud packages). Maintain low-level shader code organization and optimization. Collaborate closely with graphics programming and our core tech teams on features that keep the game performant and achieve the highest visual standards Write well-architected code that can be built upon for years to come Support the content team in debugging issues with tools, assets, or framerate Spearhead the development of features, toolsets, and pipelines that meet various art department needs (environment, characters, VFX, etc.) Facilitate technology sharing between all art departments, ensuring alignment and efficiency Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed What skills you will use: 5+ years of experience shipping a major title in a relevant role Expert proficiency in HLSL or GLSL shading languages Proficiency in Python and C++ programming languages, including debugging experience Strong artistic background and content development skills (can be texturing, lighting, VFX, or any other area where you have experience, but a strong artistic eye is a necessity!) Motivated and proactive self-starter, capable of growing in a highly dynamic environment Ability to handle tasks and responsibilities independently with little supervision Outstanding problem-solving, observation, and debugging skills, with a passion for discovering solutions even outside your area of expertise Excellent oral and written communication skills ​Bonus Skills: Experience in other content creation software, as a user or tools developer; Houdini, Substance Designer, Substance Painter, etc.&nbsp; Been an active contributor to industry publications, events or educational outreach (GDC, SIGGRAPH, etc.) &nbsp; As part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates should expect to be given a technical interview and may be asked to complete an art test. #LI-CW1 The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.&nbsp;In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click&nbsp;here to learn more. &nbsp;The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$138,200&mdash;$172,700 USD

Senior Technical Artist

Ability to work hybrid from our Santa Monica, CA studio is required.&nbsp; For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Part I and Part II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us! Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together. What you will do: • Facilitate the creation and implementation of tools and techniques that allow the building of complex and high-quality animation systems • Innovate and streamline animation pipeline processes and workflows • Collaborate with the Animation, Design, and Engineering teams to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve in-game animation implementation issues and animation-related technical challenges • Create high quality animation content supporting the newly developed behaviors and systems and implement it in engine • Work with the animation leadership on defining and maintaining the style and quality bar of the in-game animation • Take ownership of challenging projects and provide innovative solutions, including mentoring team members and creating documentation • Contribute to the strategic development of internal technologies and artistic processes What skills you will use: • 5+ years of industry experience in technical animation for games • Proficiency in Python, C#, C++ or other programming languages is required • Full understanding of in-game animation tools like state machines, blend trees, IK solvers, etc. • Expertise with mocap and keyframe based digital content creation pipelines built on Maya or Motionbuilder • Proven track record of creating visually stunning animations for diverse game genres • Proactively contributes to the progress of the team and the project As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete an animation test.&nbsp; #LI-AB1 The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. &nbsp; At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.&nbsp;In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click&nbsp;here to learn more. &nbsp;The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$126,400&mdash;$227,500 USD

Senior Technical Gameplay Animator

&nbsp; Ability to work hybrid from our Santa Monica, CA based studio is required.For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I and II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we’d love to find talented individuals to join us.&nbsp; Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.&nbsp;We’re looking for a Senior UI Artist&nbsp;who thrives on crafting UI that’s functional, minimal, and deeply integrated into our game’s narrative. You’ll take ownership of the visual identity of our user interface — setting the bar for polish, clarity, and immersive design. You’ll develop a robust UI Art Bible, design and animate complete HUD and menus, and deliver clear, context-rich mock-ups that communicate exactly how the UI supports gameplay. This is a role for someone who actively seeks out the information they need, collaborating directly with Design, Art, and Engineering to turn ideas into elegant, practical solutions that enhance the player experience from start to finish. &nbsp; What you will do: Build and maintain a comprehensive UI Art Bible that defines style, visual language, and standard processes for all user interface elements across the project Design, illustrate, and animate high-fidelity HUD and menus that feel integrated into a mature, cassette futurism sci-fi setting Deliver polished, context-rich mock-ups and motion prototypes that show how HUD and menus work moment-to-moment in-game Proactively gather design requirements and creative direction across disciplines, ensuring UI design decisions are advised, intentional, and aligned with gameplay needs Work closely with external teams in different time zones, helping manage tasking and clearly communicating visual direction to ensure consistent quality and alignment with our in-house standards Partner with UX, Game Design, Art Direction, and Engineering to ensure usability, readability, and flawless in-engine implementation Champion best practices for maintaining clarity and consistency across platforms and screen sizes Contribute to pipeline development and cross-team workflows to ensure efficient production and iteration Help mentor other artists and maintain a high bar for quality within the team What skills you will use: 5+ years of experience as a UI Artist in game development, with a portfolio that demonstrates shipped AAA titles or highly polished work in a senior role Confirmed experience developing and maintaining UI style guides or art bibles Strong visual design fundamentals in typography, layout, iconography, and motion. Ability to deliver high-quality, functional UI that’s cohesive with the game’s world and narrative. Self-starter with excellent communication skills and a collaborative, cross-disciplinary approach Experience coordinating or providing feedback for external artists or outsource partners is a plus. Proficiency with industry-standard design and animation tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, After Effects) Familiarity with game engines (Unreal, Unity, or equivalent) and implementation workflows#LI-CW1 Please refer to our&nbsp;Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.$145,100&mdash;$181,400 USD

Senior UI Artist

&nbsp; This is a hybrid position based in our studio in Santa Monica, CA.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I and II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we’re busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and we’d love to find talented individuals to join us.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contributes to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; At Naughty Dog, we regard user interface (UI) technical design as a cornerstone of our ability to deliver immersive and captivating gaming experiences. Joining our team means stepping into a pivotal role where you will contribute to the seamless integration of design and technology that our games are celebrated for. We seek a skilled UI Technical Designer who is passionate about innovating and refining the technical aspects of game interfaces to enhance player interaction and engagement &nbsp; &nbsp;What will you do: Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, including art, design, programming, and sound, to realize and implement sophisticated UI elements, ensuring they align with Naughty Dog’s high standards of narrative and visual storytelling Design, maintain, and debug UI global systems to ensure consistency and functionality across our game environments Integrate assets, execute functionality, and conduct thorough testing of UI components to uphold the quality and polish Naughty Dog games are known for Engage in technical problem-solving to optimize UI performance, improving the overall user experience Contribute to establishing and optimizing our UI tools pipeline, enhancing development efficiency and creativity Work hand-in-hand with the QA team to develop robust UI test cases, ensuring a detailed user interface that complements the player's journey Collaborate with UI teammates, artists, and game designers to design systems that resolve complex user-experience challenges, pushing the boundaries of interactive entertainment What skills will you use: A minimum of one year of experience in the gaming industry, focusing on UI or a related field Strong coding abilities supported by a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or commensurate professional experience Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Lua, C#, or similar Proven expertise with game heads-up display (HUD), navigation interfaces, inventory systems, and other player progression systems Ability to work independently, manage workloads effectively, and meet project deadlines Exceptional communication and teamwork skills, crucial for integrating into Naughty Dog's creative team environment &nbsp; Bonus Skills: Experience with developing interfaces for gaming controllers Competence in implementing UI animations to enrich user interactions Familiarity with Photoshop and Illustrator for UI design tasks Experience with C++ &nbsp; As part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates should expect to be given a technical interview &nbsp; &nbsp; #LI-CW1 &nbsp; &nbsp;Please refer to our&nbsp;Candidate Privacy Notice&nbsp;for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.$123,800&mdash;$154,700 USD

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