RETRO STUDIOS: Founded in 1998, Retro Studios is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nintendo Co., Ltd., and a powerhouse in game development. Working hand-in-hand with Nintendo, we craft award-winning titles for the company's cutting-edge platforms, blending innovation, artistry, and gameplay excellence.
Our home base is Austin, Texas, a vibrant city known for its creative energy, live music, stunning natural scenery, and forward-thinking culture. With year-round sunshine and endless options for outdoor adventures, Austin offers the perfect backdrop for world-class developers to stay inspired, balanced, and at the top of their game.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: This
On-site role blends responsibilities across
Talent Sourcing and
HR Generalist functions. The ideal candidate is people focused, adaptable and highly organized. .
Talent Sourcing Responsibilities - Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and post open roles on the company's careers page.
- Engage with potential candidates via social media, video conferencing, and phone to build relationships and assess fit.
- Source high-quality candidates using a variety of techniques and tools.
- Present qualified candidates in an organized, trackable format to HR and hiring managers.
- Coordinate all aspects of the interview process, including scheduling, candidate communication, travel logistics, and Zoom/video interviews.
- Craft and send personalized outreach messages to candidates, while keeping stakeholders informed throughout the sourcing lifecycle.
- Serve as a public-facing representative of the company; professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, and a personable demeanor are essential.
- Collaborate with Retro Studios and Nintendo's internal recruiting teams on hiring initiatives and projects.
- Partner with HR and Operations to ensure a smooth onboarding experience for new hires.
- Maintain and monitor recruiting tools, databases, and sourcing resources.
HR Generalist Responsibilities - Provide first-level support to studio staff for HR-related inquiries and requests.
- Maintain accurate and organized employee personnel records in compliance with policy.
- Assist with key HR initiatives, including performance management, annual reviews, new hire orientation, and offboarding.
- Help ensure clear and effective communication of studio-wide policies and HR updates.
- Collaborate with HR and Operations teams on cross-functional projects and assignments.
- Stay informed about current HR trends, regulations, and best practices.
- Perform additional administrative duties as needed.
*This job description outlines primary duties and requirements and is not intended to identify all tasks that may be performed; individuals occupying the position may be required to perform other duties. The company may modify job duties from time to time, either in practice or in writing.
Please see the job description for required or recommended skills.
Please see the job description for benefits.