Senior Network Engineer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Network Engineer (Gamedev): Managing and optimizing the global network infrastructure for massive video game franchises with an accent on low-latency, large-scale systems. Focus on implementing infrastructure as code using Ansible and solving complex connectivity challenges for millions of concurrent players.

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada (Hybrid - onsite 4 days per week)

Salary: $91,770 - $194,120 CAD

Company

Demonware, an independently-run part of hirify.global, provides the core online experience for global franchises like Call of Duty.

What you will do

• Manage and optimize global network infrastructure in data centers to support millions of players.
• Drive the transition to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Ansible for secure and scalable deployments.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex network issues in collaboration with global teams.
• Provide network infrastructure for virtualized (KVM) and containerized (Kubernetes) workloads.
• Participate in a global on-call rotation to ensure 24/7 system reliability.

Requirements

• 8+ years of practical experience with large-scale data center networks in 24/7 environments
• Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, Routing & Switching, Load Balancers, and Firewalls.
• Proficiency in network services: BGP, NAT, VPN, VXLAN, and EVPN.
• Strong scripting skills in Unix shell and Python.
• Experience with Linux OS and abstraction technologies (KVM, Docker, LXC/LXD).
• Understanding of Kubernetes networking (pod networking, overlays, network policies, ingress).

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• RRSP with company match and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Mental health and wellbeing programs.
• Free and discounted games.
• Relocation assistance eligibility if required by the company.