Warner Bros. Discovery is seeking an Advanced Software Engineer to develop high-quality, extensible gameplay features for an online multiplayer RPG, specifically to own and support core gameplay systems and demonstrate high competency for gameplay and feature development.
Requirements
- 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, working on cross-functional teams.
- Experience on at least one successfully-published large-scale multiplayer online game title or equivalent.
- Proficiency in C++ (Templates, Exception Handling, Multi-Threading, etc.).
- Computer Science fundamentals in object-oriented design, algorithms, and data structures.
- Strong 3D Math (Linear Algebra, Vector/Matrix Math, Quaternions, etc.).
- Proficient experience with the Unreal Engine (Core systems, player input, game modes, user interfaces, etc.).
- Exceptional understanding of all game development disciplines and their inputs into the content pipeline.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement key gameplay systems and features, with a focus on building extensible architecture to support online, evolving gameplay in a live environment.
- Work closely with the design team to build core gameplay systems and supporting tools.
- Work closely with the project engineering team to architect and develop high quality, low-latency, and highly responsive code.
- Participate in all parts of the development process from concept through to live-ops.
- Develop and implement key game systems and features, as well as integrating with internal and external shared services and libraries.
- Perform peer code reviews and champion a high standard of code excellence.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide design guidance on new features.
Other
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (or a related field) or equivalent work experience.
- Experience managing a high functioning team of software engineers
- Strong problem solving, debugging, and troubleshooting skills.
- A passion for online multiplayer RPGs and deep experience with online games.
- Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with others.
