Senior Software Engineer, Desktop Application

9 Months ago • 5 Years + • Game Production • $101,000 PA - $186,754 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Senior Software Engineer to build the next iteration of Battle.net desktop application, must have experience in C++, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Must have:
  • C++ experience
  • HTML, CSS
  • JavaScript skills
  • Networking protocols
Good to have:
  • Desktop application
  • API development
  • Windows or MacOS
  • UI frameworks
Perks:
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits

Job Details

Team Name:

Job Title:

Senior Software Engineer, Desktop Application

Requisition ID:

R023500

Job Description:

Battle.net is looking for a versatile software engineer to build the next iteration of the Battle.net a pplication. We're a team of developers, designers, program managers and testers that build a web-based desktop application that is the primary gateway to Activision Blizzard library of games.

Our application enables players to easily learn about, purchase, install and launch their favorite games. Millions of players around the world rely on us to ensure they can quickly and easily play their favorite games like World of Warcraft and Call of Duty.

Our team strives to make an easy-to-use user interface through collaboration and iteration.

Our ideal candidate is passionate about programming intuitive user interfaces, parsing complex business logic and thoroughly testing their code. If that sounds like you, we would love to chat with you!

This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is Irvine, CA.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, development, and maintenance of large-scale distributed systems
  • Create unit and integration test code to validate service reliability
  • Write API documentation for consumption by game developers and other integrators
  • Participate in on-call rotation to rapidly resolve live incidents related to our systems
  • Create technical design documents and other artifacts
  • Troubleshoot and debug issues with our live and in-development services

Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional software engineering experience
  • High proficiency in C++
  • Professional experience using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Familiarity with networking and communication protocols such as TCP or HTTP
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills

Extra Points

  • Experience with shipping and maintaining desktop applications that support a global user base
  • Experience developing APIs for modular software design patterns
  • Experience developing Windows or MacOS services
  • Experience using native UI frameworks
  • Client / Server architecture experience
  • Git
  • Working on a large existing code base

Your Platform

Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, and StarCraft®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. ( www.blizzard.com ), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net®, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.

Our World

Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com . General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

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 $101,000.00 - $186,754.00 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.

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