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Senior Multiplayer Client/Server Engineer
1 year ago
ProbablyMonsters is looking for a creative, technical, and collaborative Senior Multiplayer Client/Server Engineer. You will join a team focusing on action game play, world building, level design, AI, and character design during the early phases of game development.
We are seeking a Senior Multiplayer Client/Server Engineer who is experienced in writing client code which talks to multiplayer gaming services, and can implement features such as lobby, matchmaking, chat, marketplaces, presence, achievements, etc. We are all enthusiastic about helping to shape a culture of collaboration and trust while creating best-in-class action game experiences.
The salary range for this position is $147,800 to $221,700. This range represents the salary for the position commensurate with experience, knowledge, and demonstrated success in the field.
WHO YOU ARE:
- An exceptional engineer with experience building multiplayer titles though all stages of development and servicing.
- Unwavering in your desire to create a positive and inclusive work culture.
- Excited to work with a growing team bringing your expertise and learning from other experienced developers.
- Relishes in creating novel solutions to difficult problems, while understanding the value in the tried-and-true.
- Collaborative; excited to learn, teach, and have discourse with professionals of all backgrounds. Skilled at giving and receiving feedback on game development and interpersonal interactions.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Design and implement multiplayer features such as lobby, matchmaking flow, chat, marketplace, achievements, and presence.
- Collaborate with internal and external service partners and communicate roadmap priorities.
- Managing performance complexities of a growing project, primarily around server-side deployment targets.
- Help identify and prioritize tasks for the long-term tech roadmap.
- Assist and mentor other engineers and team members.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of professional experience in the game industry as a software engineer.
- Experience working in a Client-Server networking model.
- Practical knowledge in talking to multiplayer services from client and server code.
- Strong understanding and experience with C/C++.
- Experience working with a team of diverse disciplines.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Experience working within Unreal Engine.
- Experience shipping features in a video game through all stages of development and servicing.
- Experience with online gaming platforms (Steam, Xbox LIVE, PSN etc.).
- Experience with cloud infrastructure deployment (e.g. AWS, Google Cloud, Azure Services).
- Experience with Linux server development and deployment.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU:
- A people-centric culture founded on respect, trust, approachability, and accountability.
- A stable home that values your potential, deeply cares about your work-life balance, and is committed to investing in your craft and long-term career.
- We offer a competitive benefits package, including a sign-on bonus; annual stock option grants; health coverage (medical, dental, vision) paid at 100% for the employee and subsidized by the Company for dependents; Flexible Spending Account eligibility; life, accidental death, and disability insurance coverage; annual 401K contribution by the Company; Employee Assistance Program; and extensive paid time off plus holiday closures.
About ProbablyMonsters™
ProbablyMonsters is an independent AAA video game company that aims to change the way games are made and inspire a better industry for all. Our mission is to unite, guide, and empower talented teams to redefine what it means to create exceptional games. Each team is led by creative leaders united under a strong, focused vision. They're given the resources and creative environment needed to foster stable, life-long careers while delivering industry-defining games within a healthy, rewarding culture.
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