Senior Advanced Gameplay Engineer

Job Description

WB Games San Diego is creating the next generation of high quality, cross-platform games that bring iconic and beloved characters to life. Join our growing team of talented game makers and be a foundational part of a dynamic new studio as we strive to make an impact on the future of AAA free-to-play games.
The Position

WB Games San Diego is seeking a Senior Advanced Gameplay Engineer to join our growing team of talented industry veterans.

The ideal candidate is hard-working, hands-on, self-motivated, process-driven, and customer-oriented. This individual has a passion for developing software applications using a variety of technologies.

This person will work closely with the project engineering, art, and design leads to develop high-quality game features for AAA games for next generation platforms. They must demonstrate high competency for gameplay and feature development and a true passion for game development.

What part will you play?
• Works closely with engineering leadership to plan and write high-quality performant code
• Perform peer code reviews and champion a high standard of code excellence
• Collaborate with the design team to design and build gameplay systems
• Build on the culture of inclusivity and growth through coaching, career management, and mentorship of associate and staff engineers
• Ability to self-manage when given prioritized goals and objectives
• Ability to identify multiple solutions and determine the most effective course of action
• Work closely with production to manage development schedules, bug tracking, studio initiatives, and overall team health and morale
• Actively share knowledge within the area of expertise across all disciplines
• Assess new market trends, features, technologies, and emerging techniques to stay competitive

What do we need from you?
• Minimum 8+ years of industry experience working as a software engineer
• 2+ years of Unreal Engine 4 experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science (or a related field) or equivalent work experience
• Solid understanding of C++ (Templates, OO Design, Exception Handling, Multi-Threading, etc.)
• Advanced Mathematics Knowledge (Linear Algebra, Vector/Matrix Math, Quaternions, Kinematics, etc.)
• Proficient understanding of Unreal Engine 4 Networking and Multiplayer Systems (Replication, RPCs, Network Authority, etc.)
• Some experience in Unreal Engine Blueprints design and usage
• Understanding of engine performance, scalability, and maintainability
• Exceptional understanding of all game development disciplines and their inputs into the content pipeline
• Strong problem solving, debugging, and troubleshooting skills
• Clear, concise, and transparent communicator - both written and verbal
• Be a self-motivated team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to self-manage when given prioritized goals and objectives
• Seek out opportunities to improve technically and professionally
• A passion for video games

Good to have
• Previous experience in fast-paced Multiplayer games a bonus
• Experience in Artificial Intelligence a plus
• Knowledge of the iOS & Android SDKs, performance tools, and optimization techniques

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gqkw76-13-59-36-203-42 in your application.