Senior Programmer

Volition, Inc., a video game development studio in Champaign, IL, is seeking experienced C/C++ programmers to work on games for the Xbox 360 & PS3. Volition is one of THQ’s premier internal game development studios. We are the creators of such franchises as Saints Row, Red Faction, and the Descent/Freespace series. We have most recently released the highly successful Saints Row 2 and Red Faction Guerilla. We offer a casual work environment, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to have fun solving technically challenging problems.

Volition is located in Champaign, IL, a friendly, progressive university town two hours south of Chicago, where the cost of living is 26% lower than Los Angeles and 45% lower than San Francisco. Average home price in Champaign, IL: $129,000. Check out our website at www.volition-inc.com to learn more about our long history, creative atmosphere, and affordable location.

• Develop and enhance systems in C/C++ for a AAA Xbox 360/PS3 title
• Mentor and inspire junior programmers

• Fluency in C++
• Ability to debug efficiently
• Significant Game Development Experience
• Experience on the Xbox 360 or PS3 platforms a plus
• Rendering experience a plus
• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, a similar degree, or comparable experience.
• Ability to work on a team and communicate well.