Senior Engine Programmer (Unannounced Project)

We are seeking an experienced engine programmer to join our team at ArenaNet. In this role, you will have the autonomy to anticipate and overcome technical challenges in the next generation of games. Your responsibilities will include asset loading, memory management, networking optimization, and ensuring high performance. Additionally, you will collaborate with other disciplines, provide technical support, and advise on design decisions. If you enjoy problem-solving, pushing the boundaries of code, and maintaining high standards, this role is perfect for you.

• Leverage experience to anticipate technical challenges and stay ahead of them
• Provide solutions to asset loading, memory management, efficient usage of networking layer, and performance optimization
• Help the team by doing what needs to be done and keeping the development process smooth
• Support technical questions and provide options that prioritize code quality and performance
• Anticipate and communicate tradeoffs and concerns of technical directions
• Advise on how design decisions impact technical directions
• Help teammates solve tough problems to move the project forward
• Push the capabilities of the code base to enable new gameplay possibilities
• Maintain high standards to create an efficient and smooth-running game

• Proficient in C++
• Experience with Unreal Engine
• Ability to anticipate and solve technical challenges
• Knowledge of asset loading and memory management
• Familiarity with networking layer and gameplay systems
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work across disciplines and provide technical support
• Understanding of tradeoffs and concerns in technical directions
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Willingness to maintain high standards and create efficient game experiences

• Remote work option available
• Annual bonus potential
• Salary based on experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short and long term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible and dependent care spending accounts
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave