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 ambitious. Our studios in Novato, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and ground breaking technology, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the hardest working and most creative minds in the industry.
What We Need:We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer passionate about server-side development! This is a role with a broad remit, where your expertise with distribute systems and compute scale will go hand in hand with your passion for efficient databases and deep love of crafting high-performance server-side applications, As our server engineer, you will have meaningful impact on our games' ability to bring world-leading experiences to our players.
Who Will Be A Great Fit:- Proven experience writing server backend code
- Proficient in C++ and understanding of object-oriented programming
- Proficient in Python, PHP, Perl, or Ruby, with an emphasis on Python
- Understanding of distributed and scalable systems
- Experience with multithreaded programming
- BSCS or equivalent experience.
- Experience writing code for security and virtual currency transactions a plus
- Experience optimizing database connections and queries a plus
- Experience with online gaming architecture a plus
- Knowledge of SQL databases (MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, or other
- Videogame console development experience is quite helpful
- Love for video games (not just ours!)
This is a fully remote role that may be based anywhere in the United States. Below are the expected salary and wage ranges for applicants based in locations where the pay transparency law is in effect: California: $130,700 - $174,300 per year. New York State (inclusive of New York City): $117,700 - $157,000 per year. Washington: $130,700 - $174,300 per year. New Jersey: $117,700 - $157,000 per year. British Columbia: $115,700 -$154,300 (CAD) per year. 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.
To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com
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