Senior Backend Software Engineer - Lightspeed

1 Month ago • 3-5 Years
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SummaryBy Outscal

Lightspeed Studios seeks a Senior Backend Software Engineer with 3+ years of experience in game backend development using C++ and Unreal Engine. Expertise in data structures, algorithms, design patterns, and optimizing game servers is crucial. Experience with Micro-services, Cloud Native Architecture, and SQL/No-SQL Databases is a plus.

Responsibilities:

LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is one of the world's most innovative and successful game developers, with teams across the globe. We have created over 50 games across multiple platforms and genres for more than 4 billion registered users. We are the co-developer of worldwide hit PUBG MOBILE (co-developed with KRAFTON, Inc.), with a lot of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We focus on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy games anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and devices.
  • Develop next-generation game backend solutions based on Unreal Engine
  • Design, evaluation and coding of game-related backend services

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or above in computer science, engineering or a related field
  • 3+ years of game backend development experience
  • Proficient in C++, data structures, algorithms and common design patterns
  • Experience in developing and optimizing Unreal Engine game servers and proficiency with one or more of the engine systems (Network, Scene/Terrain, Physics) is a plus
  • Experience in Micro-services, Cloud Native Architecture and SQL/No-SQL Databases is a plus
  • Willingness and ability to learn new skills fast
  • Strong communication skills


 

Location State(s)

California


 

The base pay range for this position in the state(s) above is $127,200 to $259,200 per year. Actual pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as other medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the specific position offered.
$127.2K - $259.2K/yr (Outscal est.)
$193.2K/yr avg.
Los Angeles, California, United States

About The Company

Tencent is a world-leading internet and technology company that develops innovative products and services to improve the quality of life of people around the world.


Founded in 1998 with its headquarters in Shenzhen, China, Tencent's guiding principle is to use technology for good. Our communication and social services connect more than one billion people around the world, helping them to keep in touch with friends and family, access transportation, pay for daily necessities, and even be entertained.


Tencent also publishes some of the world's most popular video games and other high-quality digital content, enriching interactive entertainment experiences for people around the globe.


Tencent also offers a range of services such as cloud computing, advertising, FinTech, and other enterprise services to support our clients' digital transformation and business growth.


Tencent has been listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong since 2004.

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