Senior Online Engineer

9 Months ago • 5 Years + • Software Development & Engineering • $170,000 PA - $220,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Wildlight Entertainment is seeking a Senior Online Engineer to build systems and features for a modern multiplayer game. The role involves partnering with the backend services team to write game client and dedicated server code, ensuring seamless interaction between backend and game systems. Responsibilities include managing game loops, integrating platform online features, meeting certification requirements, and collaborating with engineering teams. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of game development experience, proficiency in Unreal Engine and C++, and experience shipping online multiplayer titles for consoles.

Must have:

5+ years of experience in game development
Experience working with Unreal Engine
Shipped and maintained an online multiplayer title for console
Experience writing game client and server code
Excellent C++ programming and debugging skills

Good to have:

Experience working on a low-level networking layer for a multiplayer game

Perks:

Competitive industry standard base salaries
Annual bonus
Royalties
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
Comprehensive healthcare, dental & vision coverage
Paid parental leave
No-crunch culture

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Job Details

Wildlight Entertainment is a brand-new, fully-funded entertainment studio comprised of talented creators from some of the biggest IPs in gaming, including Apex Legends, Call of Duty, and Titanfall. We are driven by our deep passion for making AAA games that leave a lasting impact on the world, and we match that drive with a commitment to quality in every aspect of our work. We foster a positive, supportive work environment built on mutual trust and open communication, where everyone has a voice and is treated with respect. With a bias for action and a belief in each other, we’re betting on ourselves to deliver truly unforgettable gaming experiences.

We're a remote-first company, but we believe people should be able to work where they can be most productive. Currently, we can employ in the United States and Canada. We also have offices in Los Angeles and Seattle for those interested in hybrid or full-time office work.

We are looking for a Senior Online Engineer to help us build the systems and features of a modern multiplayer game. If you have a passion for building online games and are excited about delivering a rock solid multiplayer experience that brings players together, this role could be for you. You will partner closely with our backend services team to write the game client and dedicated server code that serves as a bridge between backend and game systems. It will be your responsibility to make sure that the client and server have well-defined game loops, handle errors gracefully, and interact with backend services correctly and efficiently. You will also be responsible for integrating various platform online features such as login, parties, matchmaking, friends, and more. Working with the game team, you will identify how various game features need to interact with online services components and provide tools, APIs, and guidance required to enable those interactions. As a part of our engineering team, you will contribute to a culture of collaborative problem-solving, technical excellence, and continuous education and improvement.

Responsibilities

Own the overall game loop for the game client and dedicated server, from launch through lobby, gameplay, and shutdown.
Integrate online features of each supported platform with our cross-platform backend services.
Ensure certification requirements related to online and multiplayer functionality for each platform are met.
Collaborate with backend services and game engineers to build the systems and APIs required to integrate game systems with backend services.
Ensure efficient use of backend service APIs, and gracefully handle any errors.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in game development.
Experience working with Unreal Engine.
Experience shipping and maintaining an online multiplayer title for console.
Experience writing game client and server code which interacts with a modern backend game services platform.
Excellent C++ programming and debugging skills.

Nice to Haves

Experience working on a low-level networking layer for a multiplayer game

Compensation: We believe that a team that builds together wins together. Because of that, our compensation packages consist of competitive industry standard base salaries, an annual bonus, and royalties. For this specific role, the base salary range is $170,000 to $220,000 (USD) with the final salary offered dependent on job-related skills, knowledge, experience, and internal equity.

Benefits: We are committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment with a no-crunch culture and an unlimited PTO policy so people can take the time when they need and want it! Additionally, we offer comprehensive healthcare, dental & vision coverage for you and your family and paid parental leave.