Senior Software Engineer II, Server - Diablo

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We Need You

The minions of Hell are growing stronger...

We are looking for a passionate Senior Software Engineer II, who is excited to implement server technology at a global scale in service of amazing experiences for our players. If you have a passion for game development and want to participate in the future of Blizzard, we would love to hear from you! Our team values creativity, collaboration and a commitment to quality and we are searching for like-minded developers to add to our team of talented game makers.

You will help develop new systems and services for our game, coordinating across disciplines with designers and client engineers. In addition to having the usual technical chops, we want to hear from qualified engineers who have an absolute passion for gaming, programming, and finding simple solutions to complex problems. The ideal candidate should be excited by the idea of working closely with designers to create compelling and epic features that will keep players engaged for years.

We love engineering, geeking out over new technology and helping move the industry forward. Most importantly, we learn, grow, and ultimately enjoy success as a team, overcoming new challenges together.

This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is Albany, NY or Irvine, CA.

Responsibilities

• Implementation of software in C++ and other languages.
• Architect and design software systems through collaboration with engineers, designers, and artists.
• Participate in design and code reviews.
• Follow and enforce group standards and best practices.
• Assist and mentor other programmers in areas of specialization.
• Continually expand knowledge of new game technologies and systems
• Create accurate time estimates

Requirements

• 7+ years’ experience in Online/Server Engineering
• Experience in low-level programming primarily in C/C++17
• Proficient with synchronization, lag compensation, UDP/TCP
• Experience implementing network architectures such as client/server and Peer-to-Peer
• Experience with protocol design and optimization
• Ability to analyze, improve and extend a large established codebase
• Excellent debugging skills within a networked environment
• Designing implementation and using Web API’s such as REST
• Proficiency in database modeling and access libraries
• High comfort level working within (and analyzing and improving) an established codebase.
• Networking experience in TCP, UDP, and higher-level protocols
• Ability to communicate effectively with designers and client engineers
• Self-motivated and willing to participate in all areas of engineering

Pluses

• Bachelor or Master degree in Computer Science, related field or equivalent experience
• Experience in levering game backend services a plus
• Developed and shipped at least one online multi-player game a plus
• Proficiency in Python AND/OR C# is a plus
• Previous experience shipping and supporting a Live product at a global scale
• Familiar with security considerations (encryption, denial of service)
• Familiar with cloud technologies (virtualization, containers)
• Developed software in a cloud-hosted environment (AWS, GCP)

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Accommodation Request: We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

Our World

At Blizzard Entertainment, we pour our hearts and souls into everything we create. Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft, we’ve been creating genre-defining games for millions of players around the world for more than 30 years. We’re on a quest: bring our dreams to life and craft the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Hard work, iteration and polish go into the Blizzard “secret recipe,” but the most important ingredients come from talented people who share our vision. If that sounds like you, join us.

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/ .