Network Programmer (m / f / d)

THQ Nordic; München; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading game development company in Germany is looking for a networking programmer to develop and maintain their proprietary game engine's networking system. The role requires strong C++ skills and experience in low-level network programming for multiplayer games. Candidates should be proactive and able to work autonomously while providing excellent support to ensure a seamless online gaming experience. Knowledge of network security issues and a passion for gaming are advantageous.

Qualifikationen

• Strong C++ programming skills.
• Experience with low-level network programming for multiplayer games.
• Familiar with implementing client/server architecture.
• Knowledge of network and server security issues.
• Experience as a network programmer on at least one shipped multiplayer game.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Aufgaben

• Design and implement systems for online games.
• Enhance and maintain the SDK for online services.
• Document systems thoroughly for technical design and end-user APIs.
• Optimize network use to resolve replication and latency issues.
• Provide ongoing support for existing applications.

Kenntnisse

C++ programming

Low-level network programming

Client/server architecture

Network and server security

Clear code writing

Communication skills

Jobbeschreibung

Summary

Develop and maintain the Networking System of our proprietary game engine. Improve and optimize our existing codebase. Co-design and co-develop new networking features. Collaborate with our game project teams to deliver stable and enjoyable multiplayer experiences. Develop and maintain cross-platform interfaces to third-party online services like Steam, Epic, GOG, PSN, Xbox Live. Create and maintain technical documentation.

Some of your responsibilities

• Work with a team of experienced engineers to design and implement a wide variety of systems to support online games
• Develop and integrate platform features as well as modify and improve existing platform technology to support their needs
• Enhance and maintain an internally developed SDK that exposes THQN online services functionality to other internal and external studios.
• Document systems thoroughly, both in terms of technical design and end-user APIs
• Provide ongoing support for existing applications
• Optimize network use to resolve issues related to replication, latency, and bandwidth
• Other duties as assigned
• Architect solutions for connecting clients to a game server

Desired qualifications

• Strong C++ programming skills
• Experience with low-level network programming for multiplayer games
• Familiar with implementing client / server architecture
• Knowledge of network and server security issues
• Experience as a network programmer on at least one shipped multiplayer games
• Ability to write clear, maintainable, portable codeProactive, autonomous and self-motivated
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ensure all code is documented in line with relevant procedures
• Passion for real-time strategy or roleplaying games is welcomed
• Applicants must be authorized to work in Germany / E.U
• Fluent in written and spoken English