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Software Engineer (C++)
3 years ago
At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.
A career at Rockstar Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium. You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.
Rockstar Games is seeking an experienced PC Client Developer to join our online services development team in New York City. Come join a passionate and dedicated team of individuals focused on growing our online platform and providing industry-leading game experiences to our players.
Social Club is a technology platform comprised of:
- Services to power our online games, including matchmaking, cloud saves, player stats and leaderboards.
- Community building and sustaining features, such as user-generated content and the rapidly expanding Social Club social network.
- Game companion applications, including second-screen experiences on mobile, tablet and the web.
- Player management and mass communication systems for customer experience and marketing initiatives.
- Enforcement tooling and operations for anti-cheat and application security.
- Gameplay data pipelines and analytics tools that comprise the Rockstar business intelligence platform.
WHAT WE DO
- The Rockstar Games Social Club is a technology platform that powers Rockstar’s online titles and our ability to deliver world-class player experiences.
- We create and maintain high-impact features for Grand Theft Auto Online, Red Dead Online, the Rockstar Games Launcher, and the Social Club website, as well as the core Social Club player accounts ecosystem and related social and messaging channels.
- We also align technology and tools with our digital distribution platform to create solutions that enhance our games and empower various teams within Rockstar – including development, marketing, security and customer support – to engage with our players.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build connected platform applications and features to meet the evolving needs of a wide variety of stakeholders.
- Maintain, support, and optimize code as the platform continues to grow.
- Collaborate with technical leadership and publishing stakeholders to identify future needs.
- Lend technical expertise to the project planning and prioritization process.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years experience developing online-connected applications.
- Excellent C/C++ programming, debugging, and profiling skills.
- Competency in C# and JavaScript.
- High levels of self-motivation and a willingness to learn and adapt on the fly.
- Passion for games, especially Rockstar titles.
PLUSES
Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.
- Prior experience with game development, ideally on current console generation.
- Mac OSX development experience.
- Anti-Tamper/DRM development experience.
- Prior work integrating with gaming platforms like Xbox Live, PlayStation Network and Steam.
- Experience working with remote or distributed development teams.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply with a resume demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.
Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.
If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.
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