Job Description
PROGRAMMING: THE CHALLENGE
In this technical gameplay challenge, you will create and submit a game made entirely in C++ using a provided API.
The theme of this challenge will be announced on OCTOBER 23RD.
ELIGIBILITY
The challenge is open to applicants who:
DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENT
You will need Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 in order to complete this challenge. The “Community” free version is enough. We will use Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 to compile and test your code.
We provide you with a simple API on September 25th which allows you to draw lines, get pad/keyboard inputs and play sounds. You should have no reason for modifying this API. A project can also be found in the package, providing examples of how to use the API.
TIPS
JUDGING CRITERIA
A panel of expert judges will individually rank the overall entry package, out of 30. Here are points we will consider:
CODE STRUCTURE: (1-15)
TECHNICAL CHALLENGE: (1-10)
PLAYABILITY: (1-5)
REMINDER: This is a technical challenge, so we will ignore artistic merit in the judging and focus mainly on your programming skills.
FINALISTS
Select candidates will be invited for a mentorship interview and will be provided feedback on their submission. Ubisoft San Francisco will designate up to five finalists, dependent on the recommendations of the Ubisoft San Francisco judging panel.
Ubisoft San Francisco is the sole judge of this contest and reserves the right to elect the panel as it sees fit; the judges’ decision is final and non-negotiable.
Any pitch materials or game ideas submitted by applicants to Womxn Develop at Ubisoft will not be used by Ubisoft San Francisco Inc. and remain the property of the applicant.
Qualifications
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS AND DOCUMENTS
Submit your resume by SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH, 2020.
PRIZING
One (1) paid Intern position at Ubisoft San Francisco. The Internship shall be for a length of up to three (3) months at Ubisoft San Francisco studio, during Summer 2021. Dates subject to change at the sole discretion of Ubisoft.
KEY DATES 2020
September 25 – API available for download
September 27 – Application – Resume Submission Deadline
October 23 – Challenge Weekend starts
October 25 at 11:59pm PST – Challenge Submission Deadline
January 2021 – Winners Announced
Look for our mentorship session in October 2020.
Additional Information
Ubisoft is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our player community. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability status.