Remote Online Software Engineer, WWE 2K

Description:

• Visual Concepts is seeking an experienced Online Software Engineer to join their team and develop innovative features for the WWE 2K Series.
• This position is fully remote and reports to the Lead Online Engineer.
• The role involves full stack development, working on both game client and backend services.
• Responsibilities include collaborating with multi-functional team members to deliver high-quality systems and features.
• The engineer will dive into a large codebase to simplify processes, tackle challenges, and identify deficiencies.
• Development and maintenance of game server code will focus on stability, performance, and scalability.
• The engineer will perform load testing, build unit tests, and resolve issues to ensure optimal live services.
• Producing clean, efficient, well-documented code that conforms to coding standards is essential.

Requirements:

• A degree in Computer Science is required.
• Candidates must have 2+ years of relevant game development experience.
• Familiarity with Client/Server and Peer-to-Peer architectures is necessary.
• Experience with 3rd Party APIs is required.
• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms such as AWS or Azure is essential.
• Proficiency in developing multiplayer video games is a must.
• A solid understanding of multi-threading concepts is required.
• Strong object-oriented programming background with proven experience in writing reliable, performant, and well-documented code is necessary.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, JavaScript, and SQL is required.
• Candidates should be able to write clean, well-documented code.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and be self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills is essential.
• Comfort in a fast-paced, hybrid environment is necessary.
• Candidates should be willing to tackle a wide range of challenges, some with little advance notice.
• Experience with PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, and Steamworks is preferred.
• Proficiency with online social game systems and games with live development is required.
• Familiarity with cloud-based systems and knowledge of caching systems and mechanisms is necessary.
• Understanding of the REST protocol and sockets is required.
• A passion for video games is essential.

Benefits:

• The pay range for this position in California is expected to be between $89,262 and $114,760 per year.
• Base pay offered may vary based on market location and individualized factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• The total compensation package may include additional elements such as bonuses and/or equity awards.
• A full range of medical, financial, and other benefits will be provided.
• Details of participation in benefit plans will be shared upon receiving an offer of employment.
• Employees will be in an 'at-will position,' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary and other compensation or benefit programs at any time.