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Central Technology Game Services Engineer (Senior to Architect)

Bungie Approved Locations, United States (Hybrid)

Central Technology Game Services Engineer (Senior to Architect)

33 Minutes ago • 4-8 Years • Backend Development

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Job Description

Bungie seeks a Senior Game Services Engineer (or Architect) to architect and build game service backends for their next-generation title. Responsibilities include crafting robust, performant, and maintainable services; participating in agile practices; mentoring peers; and supporting live games (including on-call rotation). Architects will additionally mentor engineers, own large-scale features, and participate in department-wide initiatives. The role requires expertise in C#, SQL, service development, and communication with various stakeholders. Experience with distributed systems, Kafka/Redis/RabbitMQ, and Datadog is a plus.

Must have:

C# service code
High-performance SQL queries
Service development practices
Mentoring other engineers
Live service support
Collaboration skills

Good to have:

Distributed systems
Kafka, Redis, RabbitMQ
Datadog
Large-scale legacy code
Game backend services
Perforce
Data center experience

Perks:

Competitive salary
Discretionary bonus
Comprehensive healthcare
401k matching
Flexible time off
Paid parental leave
Social clubs

Do you love the foundational technology we use to build games and services? Do you enjoy collaborating with engineers and developing innovative solutions? Are you invested in building large, scalable game services backends?

As a Senior Game Services Engineer in our Central Technology organization, you will architect and build the game service backends of Bungie’s next generation title. You will collaborate with fellow engineers and Game Services Leadership to identify risks, and scale needs to accomplish this.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Craft and update robust, performant, and maintainable services
Participate in team rituals including standups and other agile practices
Provide support, mentorship, and constructive feedback to peers
Participate in on-call service rotation for supporting live games

If Architect:

Mentor and onboard engineers on team best practices
Own, represent, and deliver large-scale features for the team
Participate in department-wide stakeholder and peer initiative tracking rituals

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Willingness to be part of a “we” culture in which you work well with others to reach common goals — team fit and culture are especially important to us
Understanding of service development and quality practices
Ability to conceptualize robust, proprietary delivery pipelines
Ability to mentor other engineers
Ability to write high-performance C# service code
Ability to write high-performance SQL queries
Ability to communicate with stakeholders of different technical and non-technical backgrounds to help them navigate technology and achieve their goals
Previous experience supporting live service and participating in on-call

If Architect:

Experience delivering large scale features from conception
Experience breaking down and delegate work to peers
Experience with observability and monitoring platforms

NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS:

Familiarity with distributed systems
Familiarity with Kafka, Redis, and/or RabbitMQ
Familiarity with Datadog
Experience navigating large scale legacy code
Experience developing game backend services
Experience with Perforce
Experience working with data centers

Listed below are the two base pay ranges associated with this role at multiple levels. In other locations that Bungie has approved for remote work, this pay range may be adjusted up to +/- 10% and some roles may be classified as non-exempt (hourly).

This range is determined by an array of factors, including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. Additionally, it is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

In the journey to make incredible worlds, Bungie employees don't simply do meaningful work - they receive meaningful support. Competitive salaries and discretionary bonus opportunities are just the start. We offer comprehensive healthcare coverage, generous 401(k) matching, flexible time off policies, paid parental leave, social clubs, and so much more. Check out our benefits page: to see all the perks that come with joining Bungie.

Bellevue Pay Range I

$162,000—$191,000 USD

Bellevue Pay Range II

$189,000—$223,000 USD

So you don't meet every requirement listed in this job description? Do you think your experience level is not where it needs to be? Studies show that members of certain underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they believe they meet every single qualification. Bungie is focused on building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. If you're interested in this position but your past experience doesn't line up perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we want you to apply anyway. The right role for you may be right around the corner!

Most Bungie full-time employees will adopt a digital first approach allowing remote work in Bungie approved locations (outside of positions identified as 100% onsite in Bellevue/Seattle, or individuals preferring a hybrid/flex environment). Prospective full-time employees who are located outside of a Bungie approved state will need to establish residency in an approved state within 45 days of their start date. Contractors will follow a digital first approach adhering to the location guidelines agreed upon by our third-party employer/vendor and Bungie. Bungie’s remote policy is subject to change at the company’s discretion.

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$162.0K - $223.0K/yr (Outscal est.)

$192.5K/yr avg.

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