Lead Software Engineer

1 Year ago • 8 Years + • Software Development & Engineering • $120,000 PA - $160,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Lead Software Engineer for Magic: The Gathering Online, with 8+ years experience, leading teams, and strong Magic: The Gathering rules knowledge.
Must have:
  • Lead Software Engineer
  • Magic: The Gathering
  • Large Legacy Systems
  • Team Management
Good to have:
  • Process Improvements
  • Remote Work
  • Diverse Groups
  • Office Environment
Perks:
  • Gaming Culture
  • Southern California

Job Details

Position Title: Lead Software Engineer
Studio/Department: Engineering
Project: MTGO
Location: Renton, WA

Pay Range: $120,000 - 160,000; pay may vary based on location.

Employee Type: Full Time

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 award-winning MMOFPS PlanetSide 2.

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

The Lead Software Engineer is responsible for leading and managing a group of engineers creating solutions for Magic: The Gathering Online, in the Engineering Department at Washington, reporting to the Development Manager. This position includes the following responsibilities:

  • Manages a number of engineers, providing mentorship and support
  • Monitors progress of ongoing projects and sets priorities of individuals when appropriate
  • Predicts and identifies potential future pitfalls and drives measures to mitigate risk
  • Collaborates with stakeholders to ensure requirements and deadlines are met
  • Assists the Development Manager with the recruiting process as needed
  • Seeks out opportunities to increase efficiency through process improvements

Other Criteria

  • Years of Experience, Education, and/or Certification…
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years of experience creating and shipping software
  • Experience leading a team of engineers
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Additionally, you should possess

  • Strong knowledge of the Magic: The Gathering comprehensive rules
  • Experience working with and improving large, legacy systems
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people in various roles
  • Comfort working in a fully remote environment, with potential for an office environment in the future
  • Ability to work on computer or phone for long periods of time

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.

Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities
Daybreak Game Company will never ask applicants for social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or through online messaging apps (WhatsApp, Hangouts). We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview. Please contact Daybreak Game Company’s People & Culture team at people@daybreakgames.com if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.

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

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