Senior Software Engineer (C#)

Rockstar Games • Andover, MA

65d

About The Position

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. Rockstar San Diego is on the lookout for dedicated C#/.NET Developers who consider software development to be a craft, and possess a passion for solving complex problems at scale. This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s game development studio in Andover, MA.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience developing scalable distributed systems.
• Expert in C# and/or C++.
• Strong CS fundamentals, including excellent understanding of OO design patterns and concepts.
• Experience with API design and development.
• Knowledge of web service scalability, performance, and security practices.
• Database development experience (MSSQL).
• Experience with source control, preferably Perforce.

Nice To Haves

• Experience building online gaming systems, commerce systems, social networking systems, search systems.
• One or more titles shipped on console or PC; preferably on the Xbox and/or PlayStation consoles.
• Familiarity with networking systems and their components including DNS, NAT, firewalls, security methods, peer-to-peer and client server models.
• Experience with online game service APIs, particularly Xbox Live, Sony NP, and Games for Windows Live.
• Knowledge of Agile software development processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop high volume, highly scalable server-side features using Windows Server, SQL server, IIS, .NET, and C#.
• Develop web services supporting game console clients, browser clients, and external server clients.
• Develop highly reliable distributed server systems.
• Web performance optimization.
• Collaboration with other Rockstar technology teams across our worldwide studios.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees