Intermediate Software Engineer (Gameplay Systems) | Minecraft

SkyBox Labs•Burnaby, BC

6d•CA$80,000 - CA$110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

SkyBox Labs is expanding its gameplay systems team and seeking an agile Intermediate C++ Software Engineer to contribute to the massive, ever-evolving Minecraft universe. This high-impact position empowers you to deliver meaningful features to millions of active global players. If you want to merge your technical mastery and sharp communication skills within a premier development team, we want you on board.

Requirements

At least 3+ years of professional software development experience, ideally in games
Proficiency in C++ is required (specifically C++17 and forward)
Experience working on gameplay systems
Strong written and oral communication skills that can be leveraged while working with a distributed team
Strong problem-solving skills with a quick ability to learn new tasks
Flexibility with technical skills and abilities to work on different areas of the project as needed
A commitment to self-direction, collaboration and constant improvement

Nice To Haves

Exposure working with gameplay AI
Familiarity with the AI engineering problem space and github copilot
A track record in Unreal Engine 5 (although not required to use on this team)
Game development experience (even at the hobbyist level)
A passion for Minecraft!

Responsibilities

Drive gameplay systems and feature improvements with a team of capable engineers across SkyBox and our co-development partners
Test software, address bug issues and identify performance issues
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback on how to develop and improve processes, tools and workflows
Execute on software development tasks independently, but still know when to ask for help
Push the boundaries of what you know by learning new technologies and systems to meet our technical and business needs

Benefits

Annual bonus
Up to 3% RRSP matching
Comprehensive health benefits
Supportive Parental Leave policy
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
$400 work-from-home allowance
Employee Assistance Program
3 weeks of vacation leave
Free gym at our Burnaby Studio
SkyBox University for C++ skills development
Guild Program for exploring other disciplines
Lunch & Learns for expanding game dev knowledge
Social events (trivia nights, karaoke nights, movie nights, group activities, soccer team, game jams, board game sessions)
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives