Senior/Principal Software Engineer - Gameplay

We are looking for a Gameplay Software Engineer to help us build an interconnected, entertaining multiplayer experience. Our headquarters are located in San Mateo, CA but this role can be fully remote.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and implementing major gameplay systems.
• Developing client-server gameplay code.
• Assisting Design and Art in planning and implementing and iterating on game concepts and player abilities.
• Integrating gameplay systems with other parts of our platform.
• Maintaining and extending engine code.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years programming in C++.
• A minimum of 7 years in game development.
• Experience using Unreal Engine.
• Experience architecting and implementing game systems, user interfaces, tools, back-end services, etc.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines such as art, design and engineering.
• Strong communication skills: must be able to explain technical concepts, constraints, and problem solve with people who are not engineers.
• BS degree in Computer Science or a related field or 5+ years industry experience as the degree equivalent.

Pluses

• Experience optimizing features and hitting performance targets.
• Experience with PC targets.
• Understanding of game networking concepts - peer to peer, client/server, latency compensation, etc.
• Experience with MMOs or online games with RPG elements

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life/AD&D Insurance
• 401(k)
• Maternity & Parental Leave
• Fully Remote
• Flexible PTO
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• ADP Employee Discount Program
• Daily Lunch (in office only)
• Free Snacks & Beverages (in office only)

$112,000/year to $275,000/year

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