Engine Systems Engineer — Hybrid (Remote/Onsite)

Blizzard Entertainment

Irvine (CA)

Hybrid

USD 51,329 - 94,957

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid holidays and vacation
Mental health & wellbeing programs
Relocation assistance

Job summary

Blizzard Entertainment is seeking an Engine Systems Engineer to shape the future of Diablo. You will enhance core engine technology and gameplay across platforms, collaborating closely with designers, artists, and engineers.

The role offers a flexible hybrid work schedule, balancing remote and onsite days. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of software engineering experience, strong C++ skills, and a passion for game development.

Comprehensive benefits provided, including health plans, retirement matching, and paid leave.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, focusing on modern C++ in real-time or game development environments.
  • Deep understanding of memory management, performance considerations, and software architecture.
  • Strong grasp of core data structures and practical insight into their effective use.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain core engine features in collaboration with different teams.
  • Improve engine workflows by identifying bottlenecks and simplifying processes.
  • Ensure system stability across platforms by diagnosing issues and fixing bugs.

Skills

C++
Memory management
Multithreaded programming
Software architecture
Performance optimization

Tools

Python
Lua

Job description

Blizzard Entertainment is seeking an Engine Systems Engineer to shape the future of Diablo. You will enhance core engine technology and gameplay across platforms, collaborating closely with designers, artists, and engineers.

The role offers a flexible hybrid work schedule, balancing remote and onsite days. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of software engineering experience, strong C++ skills, and a passion for game development.

Comprehensive benefits provided, including health plans, retirement matching, and paid leave.

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