2027 Winter Co-Ops Software Development Demonware (Dublin)

This role is basedonsiteat theDemonwareDublinoffice onsite.

AboutDemonware

Demonwareis a member of the Activision family of studios partnering with engineers and creatives across AAA game studios to deliver the online and data services that power some of the worlds biggest franchises includingCall of DutyandCrash Bandicoot.

Werea technology company that values openness and collaboration. We believe the best ideas win everyone should feel empowered to contribute and while we take our work seriously wedonttake ourselves too seriously.

AtDemonwareyoullfind big-company challenges with a small-company culture. We support millions of concurrent users and work with technologies such as Python C Java Linux MySQL Erlang and Kubernetes. Our co-op students make real contributions many see their code running in production within days of joining.

Co-op Program Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program

• Expected graduation between January 2027 and May 2028

• Available foran8-month in-person co-op starting January 2027

• Clear written and verbal communication

• Strong debugging analytical and problem-solving skills

• Resume and transcript

• As part of the interview process candidates willbe requiredto complete an automated coding assessment

Specific Role Requirements

Software Engineering

Software EngineeringCo-ops have touched manyaspects ofDemonware.Needs may shift across each team butco-ops in the past have helpedbuild multiplayer features develop core backend systems and design tools for largescale distributed services.Theygain hands-on experience working with Kubernetes infrastructure automation frameworks and scalable data pipelines. Throughout theco-op they collaborate in design discussions perform rootcause analysis and automate workflows to improve reliability performance and developer experience.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of Python C and/or Java

• Solid understanding of algorithms and data structures

• Familiarity with Linux and source control (Git preferred)

• Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP UDP HTTP)

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with SQL-based databases (MySQLpreferred)

• Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and tools for automating build test and deployment

• Familiarity with Kubernetes

• Exposure to security and scalability concepts

• Experience building RESTful services or web applications

• Clear passion for computer scienceshowcasedthrough personal projects orextracurricularactivities preferred

Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)

Site Reliability EngineeringCo-opsmaintainand evolveDemonwaresplatform while contributing to the design ofhighly reliableoperational architecture.Co-opsensure services are scalable maintainable and built for players worldwide working closely with crossdisciplinary teams throughout thedevelopmentlifecycle. They also collaborate with experienced engineers across global offices gaining exposure to highimpact largescale systems engineering.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of Python C and/or Java

• Solid understanding of algorithms and data structures

• Experience with SQL-based databases (MySQL preferred)

• Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP UDP HTTP)

• Familiarity with Linux and source control (Git preferred)

• Scripting experience (Bash and/orGroovy)

• Knowledge of foundational technologies such as TCP/IP and Linux/Unix internals

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Familiarity with Kubernetes

• Multi-platform development experience

• Exposure to security and scalability concepts

• Experience building RESTful services or web applications

How to Stand Out

We encourage you to highlight:

• Specific contributions onpreviouswork/projects

• Any Linux experience (school personal or home projects)

• Programming-related hobbies or personal projects

• Notable school assignments

• Open-source contributions

• Links to code repositories portfolios or technical blogs

OfficePerks

• Complimentary breakfast lunch and drinks from a fully stocked kitchen

• BBQs and Lunch & Learns

• City-center office location

• Vacation allowance

• Competitive pay

• Free games

How to Apply

You can apply directly at.Applicants will hear back from a recruiter orWorkDayby December 2027.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification when in fact they often do! At Activision Blizzard we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Our World

At Activision we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment.Weredriven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty Crash Bandicoot Tony Hawks Pro Skater and Guitar Hero. As a leading worldwide developer publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products our press start is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative fun thrilling and engaging entertainment experiences.

Werenot just looking back at our decades-long legacy;wereforging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate creative and diverse teams within our organization.

Werein the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater this could be your opportunity to level up.

Ready to Activate Your Future

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonableassistanceto individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position please email your request to. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.