Senior Software Engineer, Network - WB Games/NetherRealm Studios
Full-time at WB Games Inc./NetherRealm Studios in Chicago, Illinois
PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT: http://www.netherrealm.com/careers/detail/126710BR
Job Title: Senior Software Engineer, Network
Location: United States – Illinois – Chicago
Requisition: # 126710BR
Position Type: Full Time
SUMMARY OF POSITION
NetherRealm Studios, a division of WB Games Inc. seeks a Senior Software Engineer, Network to help implement and support top-notch features and functionality related to online gameplay and matchmaking. We are looking for someone to help polish and grow the extensive feature set created for Mortal Kombat
You will work closely with architects and designers on both the gameplay team and the advanced technology group to help design and implement functionality ranging from online game synchronization and optimizations to championing and implementing new game features. The Sr. Software Engineer, Network will deal with the full development cycle of online gameplay, as well as work with the team leads and technical directors to help develop realistic schedules.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
•Maintain and optimize core network gameplay functionality.
•Debug and fix networking issues.
•Implement new online features as defined by the game design documents.
•Develop tools to help debug issues such as desynchs.
•Work with designers and UI team to implement online flow and matchmaking types.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
•B.S. in computer science, computer engineering or other relevant field.
•5+ years professional experience developing in C++. Ideally, you will have shipped at least one AAA title, preferably with responsibilities related to online programming.
•Experience working on the Xbox 360 and PS3 platforms.
•Unreal engine experience a plus.
•Excellent C/C++ programming skills.
•Experience with online game service APIs, such as Xbox Live, PSN, Gamespy.
•Familiarity with networking systems and their components including: DNS, NAT, firewalls, security methods, peer-to-peer and client server models.
•Experience with network gameplay synchronization strongly desired.
•Strong desire to build industry-leading technology.
•Ability to collaborate with engineers and content creators to develop robust, maintainable and cutting-edge technology.
•Ability to openly discuss and review technical proposals, requirements, designs, algorithms, source code, and reference documents with engineers, content creators and managers.
•Creative, focused, results-oriented, self-motivated, resourceful problem-solver with excellent debugging and strong communications skills.
•A passion for online gaming, and a desire to push the boundaries of what is considered possible.
PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT: http://www.netherrealm.com/careers/detail/126710BR