Tools/Engine Software Engineer

ABOUT OUR STUDIO

Our headquarters is where the gaming culture and Southern California lifestyle meet, creating a vibrant work environment that epitomizes our belief that every day should be well played. Daybreak San Diego is the home of Darkpaw Games, creators of the legendary EverQuest and EverQuest II games. This is also the home of Rogue Planet Games, developer of the awared-winning MMOFPS PlanetSide 2.

The perks of working at Daybreak San Diego extend well beyond the beautiful weather in this prime location. Access to the local gym, as well as on-site fitness classes, game nights, and a strong appreciation for the local craft brew scene (we even turned one of our original game servers into an on-site kegerator) are just some of the ways that make working at Daybreak (San Diego) exciting! Working here is about being part of a community.

Find out more about our studio at www.daybreakgames.com.

THE OPPORTUNITY

SALARY RANGE: $80,000 - $110,000, pay may vary by location.

The Tools/EngineSoftware Engineer is responsible in improving and adding to the engine and tools PlanetSide® 2 is built on in the Live Development Department at San Diego reporting to the Creative Director, this position will be responsible for:

Responsibilities

• Write and test solid, reliable, and efficient code for an online multi-player game
• Implement a variety of engine level features to improve the PlanetSide® 2 experience
• Analyze existing systems for performance and usability optimizations
• Work with artists and designers to improve workflows
• Improve stability and quality of existing systems

Requirements

• 3+ years experience as a Game Engine Programmer working in C++
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Understanding of multithreaded programming
• Excellent knowledge of multiplayer game development
• Profiling packages and techniques such as RenderDoc, Telemetry
• Excellent and effective problem solving and time management skills
• Effective verbal communication and written skills
• Creative, self-driven with a strong work ethic

Pluses

• Experience in Graphics programming
• Demonstrable 3D Math skills
• Experience in AAA game development
• Experience in Client/Server environment related to game architecture
• A Passion for making and playing games
• Familiarity with Perforce or other version control programs
• Familiarity with the PlanetSide® Franchise

We invite you to get in the game with us and help us make exciting experiences!

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Daybreak Game Company LLC is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for blockbuster hits and franchises such as DC Universe™ Online, PlanetSide®, EverQuest®, and Dungeons and Dragons Online®, Daybreak creates, develops, and provides compelling online entertainment for millions of gamers worldwide. We are the game publisher for Darkpaw Studios, Rogue Planet Gaming Studio, Dimensional Ink Games, and Standing Stone Games. To top it off, we are making games in three of the coolest cities in the United States: San Diego, Austin, and Boston. We make games that bring people together and build lasting communities and are totally devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience! Find out more about our company at www.daybreakgames.com.

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**Daybreak Game Company, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Diversity in the workplace.**