Support Engineer

Nintendo European Research and Development (NERD) is a French subsidiary of Nintendo. We are a company of around 100 employees who share a passion for creating key software technology and cutting‑edge solutions for Nintendo Switch 2™ and other Nintendo platforms. In close collaboration with counterparts in Japan and the USA, we contribute to fields such as emulation, signal processing, content generation, computer vision, machine learning, system development, optimization and security to create solutions deployed on over a hundred million homogeneous devices. Come discover an engaging and welcoming work environment in the heart of Paris and join our unique team in its mission to put smiles on people’s faces!

Position Responsibilities

This position is the interface between NERD developers and technology users (Nintendo group and third‑party entities).

Responsibilities include:

• Release management (testing, documentation, packaging, delivery, demonstrations) of software technologies, both embedded and online.
• Technical support to NERD developers and technology users.
• Maintenance of the development toolchain, collaboration tools and automation tasks.

Candidate Profile

NERD is an equal‑opportunities employer. All characters are welcome, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ableness or age.

This position is for you if you:

• are a team player, with a service‑oriented mind and good relational skills.
• exhibit strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• are rigorous, and curious about cutting‑edge technologies.
• ideally have a Master’s Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, and experience in software development.
• have a strong knowledge of interpreted languages (Python, shells) in Windows and Linux environments as well as experience with containers (Docker, Kubernetes) and build toolchains.
• are accustomed to source code management, and able to assemble, maintain, and port code from various partners with experience in continuous integration. Knowledge of C++ is a plus.

We expect candidates to be proficient in English, both written and spoken. The majority of employees speak French, but we also welcome non‑French speaking candidates to apply. French, English and Japanese lessons are provided in the office for those willing to learn.

Additional Information

This full‑time position is located in central Paris, France, and candidates are expected to relocate near Paris (domestic and international relocation support provided).

We welcome applications from motivated individuals, regardless of background or origin. What matters to us are your skills, curiosity, and willingness to learn.

At NERD, we offer:

• Personalized support, including mentorship opportunities to help with professional development.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work‑life balance (remote workdays, flexible hours), while maintaining an on‑site presence of at least 3 days per week to encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Family support programs, with financial aid for a place in private child daycare and relocation assistance, including candidates moving from abroad with their families.
• A diverse and international work environment, with experienced and supportive colleagues to guide you from day one.

The candidate can expect an annual gross salary of 48,000€ + 1400€* per year of experience (+5% individual bonus).

For example,

- 5 years of experience: 55,000€

- 10 years of experience: 62,000€

*Please note that this figure will vary depending on the candidate’s level of academic and professional experience, as well as other conditions like project management or leadership experience.

Contact

If you believe you are the right person for this position, please send a resume and a cover letter to with PSSUEN2026 in the subject line.