Senior Software Engineer - Age of Empires (Remote)

5 Months ago • All levels

About the job

Job Description

Senior Software Engineer with C++ expertise in game development, specifically RTS games, to work on Age of Empires. Must have recent video game industry experience and team collaboration skills.
Must have:
  • C++ experience
  • Game development
  • Team environment
  • RTS experience
Good to have:
  • Age of Empires
  • Custom engine
  • Code optimization
  • Multidisciplinary team
Perks:
  • Competitive packages
  • Supportive environment
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Description


Forgotten Empires is a full-service game developer focused on Windows PC games. While headquartered in the U.S., our team consists of 90+ passionate individuals from around the globe, each of whom brings a unique skill set and perspective to the table. Since 2022 we are part of Keywords Studios.

We are currently looking to add an experienced Software Engineer to work on Age of Empires. As a programmer with us, you will use your awesome skills in C++ to help us to bring our games to realization. In return, you will be part of a creative and supportive team environment with the ability to have a direct impact on the development of top-tier games.

Are you up for the challenge?

*Whilst this position is being offered on a remote basis, we are only able to consider applicants who are currently located within Europe

Some of the cool stuff you'll be doing:

  • Working in a C++ codebase on a custom engine.
  • Generalist skillset, we’re not looking for a specialized set of skills.
  • Maintain and develop features for the game and the tools that go with it.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on features.
  • Regularly debug, profile and optimize code.

Requirements

What you'll bring to the table:

  • Proven senior level engineer experience in C++
  • Recent experience working in a video game industry
  • Experience working in a team environment.
  • B2 English level – conversational and written.
  • Player/Development experience with RTS games is a plus (especially Age of Empires)
  • You will be asked to partake in a technical test to prove your skills.

Location: Must be local to Málaga, Spain or working remotely in UK/EU (EU time zones required)

Benefits

We offer competitive employment packages to suit your individual circumstances.

Forgotten Empires is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.

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Role Information: EN
Studio: Forgotten Empires
Location: Europe, Spain, Malaga
Area of Work: Game Development
Service: Create
Employment Type: Full Time, Contractor
Working Pattern: Remote

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About The Company

Ever since Forgotten Empires' inception, it has focused on producing high quality video games in the strategy genre. A Keywords Studio.

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