Associate Software Engineer
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$ 40000 - 60000
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Position Title:Associate Software Engineer
Studio/Department: Darkpaw Games/Live Development
Employee Type: Full Time Regular
Location: San Diego CA/Remote (Daybreak Approved Remote Locations (CA WA TX NY)
Salary Range: $40000 $60000 pay may vary on location.
ABOUT OUR STUDIO
Our headquarters is where the gaming culture and Southern California lifestyle meet creating a vibrant work environment that epitomizes our belief that every day should be well played. Daybreak San Diego is the home of Darkpaw Games creators of the legendary EverQuest and EverQuest II games. This is also the home of Rogue Planet Games developer of the awardwinning MMOFPS PlanetSide 2.
The perks of working at Daybreak San Diego extend well beyond the beautiful weather in this prime location. Access to the local gym as well as onsite fitness classes game nights and a strong appreciation for the local craft brew scene (we even turned one of our original game servers into an onsite kegerator) are just some of the ways that make working at Daybreak (San Diego) exciting! Working here is about being part of a community.
Find out more about our studio at www.daybreakgames.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Daybreak and Darkpaw Games are looking for a talented Associate Software Engineer to help tackle the massive codebase of EverQuest and build new features. If you have a knack for problemsolving translating English into C and a passion for tinkering then come help us continue the legacy of EverQuest!
Your Contribution
- Writing and testing solid reliable and efficient code for highlyscalablesystems
- Working with designers and artists to design create optimize and maintain game systems and custom tools
- Efficiently selfmanaging to balance working independently and with other developers
- Documenting complex systems in a clear manner for others to rely as a reference and potentially expand upon
Required Knowledge and Experience
- Experience playing EverQuest
- Selfstarter attitude
- S. in Computer Science or Computer Science Engineering or equivalent work experience
- 2 years software engineering experience either in school personal projects or for work
- Ability to communicate (both in written and verbal methods) complex processes in a clear manner
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills
- A working proficiency in C
- Versatility with different styles of programming
- Understanding of objectoriented software engineering principles and methodologies
Year1 Success
- Become familiar with the different sections of the EverQuest codebase
- Gain a basic understanding of a few core gameplay systems as needed
- Regularly engage in the software development lifecycle of gathering requirements planning implementation testing and releasing
- Effective at managing your time appropriately and remain productive so most small tasks are completed in 3 5 days
- Participate in team meetings and bring up ideas for discussion to improve the game our tools or our workflows
- Clearly communicate with other developers to move past roadblocks or areas of confusion
- Demonstrate high standards of ethics and fairness
Feel like you are a match for this role but dont meet all the requirements We encourage fresh viewpoints so as long as you can show us how your attitude and other skills make up for any gaps we still want to see your application!
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Daybreak Game Company LLC is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for blockbuster hits and franchises such as DC Universe Online PlanetSide EverQuest and Dungeons and Dragons Online Daybreak creates develops and provides compelling online entertainment for millions of gamers worldwide. We are the game publisher for Darkpaw Studios Rogue Planet Gaming Studio Dimensional Ink Games and Standing Stone Games. To top it off we are making games in three of the coolest cities in the United States: San Diego Austin and Boston. We make games that bring people together and build lasting communities and are totally devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience! Find out more about our company at www.daybreakgames.
We invite you to get in the game with us and help us make exciting experiences!
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**Daybreak Game Company LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Diversity in the workplace.**
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Employment Type
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