Job Details

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. Ourstudios in Novato, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and groundbreaking 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 role involves a broad remit, where your expertise with distributed systems and compute scale will complement your passion for efficient databases and crafting high-performance server-side applications. As our server engineer, you will have a meaningful impact on our games' ability to deliver world-leading experiences to 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 is a plus
• Experience optimizing database connections and queries is a plus
• Experience with online gaming architecture is a plus
• Knowledge of SQL databases (MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, or others)
• Videogame console development experience is quite helpful
• Love for video games (not just ours!)

The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $180,000 - $250,000 per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on individual factors such as knowledge, skills, experience, and other considerations. The total compensation package may include bonuses, equity awards, and a full range of benefits. Details of these benefits will be provided if an offer is extended. If hired, the employee will be in an at-will position, and the company reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, for reasons including performance, business needs, or market conditions.

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, visit our website at www.vcentertainment.com