Senior/Principal Software Engineer

Summary

Join our team as a Senior/Principal Software Engineer to contribute to the development of a new action-packed combat-focused MMO game built using Unreal Engine. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to design, develop, and implement gameplay features, UI, and systems in C++. You will collaborate with various teams, integrate gameplay systems, maintain and extend engine code, and develop supporting tools. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in game development using C++ and Unreal Engine, along with a strong understanding of networked gameplay and software engineering principles. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work environment.

Requirements

• 4+ years of game development programming experience using C++
• Experience using Unreal Engine
• Experience developing for PC or console platforms
• Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines such as art, design and engineering
• Proven problem-solving and application of good software engineering practices
• BS degree in Computer Science or a related field, or significant industry experience as the degree equivalent

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement gameplay, UI and systems in Unreal Engine and C++
• Develop client and server networked gameplay code
• Work with the Production, Design, Art and QA teams to plan, implement and iterate on game concepts and features
• Integrate gameplay systems with other parts of our platform
• Maintain and extend engine code
• Develop tools and pipelines that support high performance use of user generated content

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on games that have significant online components such as MMOs
• Experience in auditing and improving client security of a game
• Experience in graphics debugging, profiling, and optimization, especially in Unreal Engine
• Technical knowledge of networked client/server systems, game security, or experience with implementing solutions that combat game cheating
• Experience with real-time physics simulation systems (Chaos, Physx etc.)

Benefits

• 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)