At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Agoura Hills, Novato, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.What We NeedWe are looking for an experienced Online Software Engineer to join a growing team and help develop innovative features on a future iteration of the WWE 2K Series. This position will report into the Lead Online Engineer and is fully remote.What You Will Do:Involvement in full stack development working on both game client and backend servicesCollaborate with multi-functional team members to deliver high quality systems and featuresDive into a large codebase to simplify processes, tackle challenges, and identify deficienciesDevelop and maintain game server code with emphasis on stability, performance, and scalabilityPerform load testing, build unit tests, and solve any issues to ensure optimal live servicesProduce code that is clean, efficient, well-documented, and conforms to our coding standardsWho Will Be a Great Fit:Computer Science education2+ years of relevant game development experienceFamiliarity with Client/Server and Peer-to-Peer architecturesExperience with 3rd Party APIsExperience in cloud computing (AWS, Azure, etc.)Proficient in developing multiplayer video gamesSolid understanding of multi-threading conceptsStrong object-oriented programming background and proven experience to write reliable, performant, and well documented codeProficiency with Python, C++, JavaScript, SQLAbility to write clean, well-documented codeEnjoys working effectively as part of a team and is self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skillsComfortable working in a fast-paced, hybrid environmentHappy to tackle a wide-ranging array of challenges, some of which will occur with little advance noticeExperience working with PlayStation Network, Xbox Live and SteamworksProficient with online social game systems and games with live developmentFamiliarity of cloud-based systems, and knowledge of caching systems and mechanismsUnderstanding of the REST protocol and socketsA love for video games (not just ours!)To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $89,262and $114,760per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
