Principal Online Programmer

1 Month ago • 10 Years + • Programming • $167,500 PA - $309,876 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Principal Online Programmer will be responsible for developing the multiplayer components of the game engine and workflows. This role involves architecting and implementing high-performance network code solutions for client and server game logic, developing networking code to interact with backend systems and online services, optimizing and debugging game network traffic, and collaborating with various teams. The programmer will provide insight and mentorship to the gameplay engineering teams on best practices. The role requires at least 10 years of experience in networked games and excellent C++ programming skills, as well as debugging and performance analysis skills.
Must have:
  • Excellent C++ programming skills with at least 10 years of experience.
  • Excellent debugging and performance analysis skills within a networked environment.
  • Proven track record of contributing to multiple shipped AAA games.
  • Experience with multi-platform development, including PC, Xbox, and PlayStation.
  • Comfortable working with RESTful APIs, JSON, and network protocol design/implementation.
  • Proficiency in database modeling and access libraries
  • Experience with instrumentation and telemetry
Good to have:
  • Experience in building backend services for videogames or equivalent.
  • Excellent communication skills and experience coordinating with distributed development studios.
  • Experience with live ops development and operation.
  • Experience with gameplay networking techniques.
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance
  • 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching
  • Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave
  • Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others

Job Details

Job Title:

Principal Online Programmer

Requisition ID:

R025536

Job Description:

Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for a talented Principal Online Programmer to join our team and help shape the foundation of our next-generation AAA experiences on our new IP.

You will drive innovation developing the multiplayer components of our engine and workflows, focusing on performance, scalability, and rapid iteration. You will collaborate with gameplay and design teams in order to push boundaries of what’s possible in online games.


You’ll help us…

  • Architect and implement high performance network code solutions for client and server game logic
  • Develop networking code to interact with backend systems and online services
  • Partner with the engineering and design teams to build networked gameplay systems
  • Optimize and debug game network traffic
  • Provide insight and mentorship to gameplay engineering teams on best practices for use of online systems you build and support
     

You’re awesome because you have…

  • Excellent C++ programming skills - at least 10 years experience in networked games or equivalent.
  • Excellent debugging and performance analysis skills within a networked environment.
  • A proven track record of contributing to multiple shipped AAA games.
  • Experience in other areas of video game technology.
  • Experience with multi-platform development, including PC, Xbox, and PlayStation.
  • Comfortable working with RESTful APIs, JSON, and network protocol design/implementation
  • Proficiency in database modeling and access libraries
  • Experience with instrumentation and telemetry

Bonus points for…

  • Experience in building backend services for videogames or equivalent
  • Excellent communication skills and experience coordinating with distributed development studios
  • Experience with live ops development and operation
  • Experience with gameplay networking techniques.

Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Our World

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.

Ready to Activate Your Future?

#elsewhere

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!  Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
  • 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
  • Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
  • Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
  • If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.  You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $167,500.00 - $309,876.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.

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