Sound Engineer - Gaming (Global Contractor)

As a Game Sound Engineer, you will be responsible for crafting dynamic and immersive soundscapes that enhance the player experience in interactive and real-time environments. You will work closely with the game development team to understand project requirements and bring sound immersion into our games and experiences, using commercial game engines and middleware. We are seeking passionate and creative individuals who are dedicated to elevating our digital experiences through continuous professional development and a commitment to supporting and elevating the skills of the team. We are open to filling this position with a Global Contractor.

Responsibilities

• Design sound effects, dialogue, and music for games and other multimedia projects
• Implement runtime audio systems- Collaborate with game developers and other artists to understand the project's audio requirements and create solutions that meet those needs
• Record, edit, and mix sound using industry-standard software and hardware
• Actively contribute to the creation of audio tools and runtime development to help push the limits of what is possible in game audio
• Ensure audio content is optimized for in-game performance and adheres to technical specifications
• Debug and resolve complex audio-related issues in games and other interactive experiences
• Create and maintain technical documentation and tools to support audio development
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in game sound engineering
• Tackle additional general programming tasks as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Sound Engineering or a related field
• Strong experience with industry-standard audio software, including Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Logic Pro, or similar

• Proficiency in Unreal Engine 5, either using blueprints or C++ (preferably)

• Great understanding of soundscape composition for both interior and exterior digital spaces

• Knowledge of game audio pipelines, including source control and asset management

• Experience with game engines their integrated audio tools

• Knowledge of audio-specific terminology and technology

• Excellent problem-solving skills, critical thinking and attention to detail

• Good communication and collaboration skills

We also value experience in other engines and their integrated audio tools as well as experience with audio middleware solutions such as Wwise and FMOD.

Benefits

• Awesome company culture along with a fully remote position (best of both worlds!)
• A rewarding role with opportunities to see yourself and the company grow.
• We’re proud to be a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company!
• Orange Comet is full of passionate and highly skilled individuals. We dream together, learn from each other, have fun and make a difference every day. Our culture is based on deep trust, individual freedom, and personal responsibility.
• While this is listed as a contract position, we do want to fill this role as part of our core team in the near future. Please don’t hesitate to bring this up if it’s of interest, as we’re happy to talk about it!

About the company

Orange Comet is a premium content creation company producing high-quality, disruptive digital collectibles and blockchain experiences. By blending super-creative content and game-changing technology, our mission is to create groundbreaking Web3 experiences for the fanbases of our clients. We are powered by a passionate group of people who believe the future of all entertainment and media is on the verge of a major change and our diverse backgrounds, experiences and industries, work to help our clients shape their businesses for the emerging Metaverse of opportunities that awaits.

Additional Information:

The US base salary range for a full-time position is $50,000-$150,000 + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Our team can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.