Software Engineer II (Game Development)

TL;DR

Software Engineer II (Game Development): Designing and implementing cutting-edge networking solutions for multiplayer games with an accent on optimizing server performance, ensuring seamless player experiences, and innovating online gameplay technologies. Focus on leading design, implementation, and code reviews across the Minecraft Networking space, and leveraging data to detect and diagnose problems.

Location: Onsite in Redmond, Washington, United States. This role requires candidates to be based in the United States.

Salary: $100,600 - $199,000 per year (US general); $131,400 - $215,400 per year (San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area).

Company

hirify.global Studios, the creators of Minecraft, is on a mission to build a better world through the power of play by enabling millions to create and play together.

What you will do

• Design solutions for systems that result in simple, extensible, and maintainable high-quality code.
• Lead design, implementation, and code reviews across the Minecraft Networking space.
• Leverage data to detect and diagnose problems and validate solutions.
• Engage with teams across the studio on project planning, knowledge-sharing, and code reviews.
• Ensure consistent, maintainable unit and functional tests to help monitor system quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience.
• English: B2 required.

Nice to have

• 4+ years of experience developing in C++ with an understanding of the architecture of modern game engines.
• 1+ years experience working in a Networking related field with strong proficiency in designing, debugging, and programming.
• Ability to prototype, iterate, and take proactive initiative to advance projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on collaboration and inclusiveness.

Culture & Benefits

• Join a team passionate about building a better world through play with Minecraft.
• Work in a collaborative environment with bright, warm, and creative individuals.
• Contribute to a company committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Eligible for benefits and other compensation (additional details available via provided link).
• Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer.