Software Engineer II (NST)

Nintendo of America Inc; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Performance bonus

Job summary

Nintendo Software Technology Corporation in Redmond, WA, is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and own gameplay and systems features. You will partner with designers, artists, and engineers to solve challenges and deliver engaging experiences.

Work is hybrid in Redmond with opportunities to contribute across multiple game development areas. Applicants should have a CS degree or equivalent and 3+ years shipping gameplay features in a modern engine.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software engineering experience in the game industry.
• Experience designing and implementing solutions within a modern game engine using C++, C#, or similar languages.
• Ability to write clear, maintainable, portable code across features from implementation to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develops, writes, tests, debugs, and implements code for gameplay and systems features.
• May program tools and utilities to support projects.
• Reviews, analyzes and tests products to ensure quality and timeliness.

Skills

C++

C#

Gameplay systems

Software engineering

Debugging & optimization

CS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Unreal Engine

Job description

Company Overview

Nintendo Software Technology Corporation, based in Redmond, Washington , is a wholly owned subsidiary of the world's largest manufacturer and marketer of video games, Nintendo Co., Ltd., headquartered in Kyoto, Japan. Nintendo Software Technology's mission is to design, develop and deliver the very best video games. We conduct research, use state-of-the-art equipment and review methods of operation so that we may continually improve the quality of the games that we produce. Each person employed at Nintendo Software Technology Corporation is a valued team member and is encouraged to participate in our efforts to create the highest quality games.

Nintendo Software Technology is a tight-knit game development studio located in Redmond, WA. As part of the Nintendo family, we’re passionate about creating games designed to surprise and delight our customers.

Role

As a Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and own gameplay and systems features that help bring engaging player experiences to life. Partnering closely with designers, artists, and fellow engineers, you will solve complex technical challenges and contribute across multiple areas of game development. You will drive features from concept through implementation and delivery, applying strong software engineering principles to create scalable, maintainable solutions that support exceptional gameplay experiences.

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Description of Duties

• Develops, writes, tests, debugs, and implements code using the relevant programming languages as part of a larger project, with some direction from senior engineers and above.
• May program tools and utilities to support work on projects.
• Applies professional expertise to review, analyze and test products under development as a contributing member of a production team to ensure delivery of Nintendo’s high standard of quality and timeliness.

Summary of Requirements

• 3 or more years of software engineering experience in the relevant field, experience developing gameplay systems, game features, or core technology for shipped video games.
• Experience designing and implementing solutions within a modern game engine using C++, C#, or similar programming languages.
• Ability to write clear, maintainable, and portable code, supporting or owning features or technical areas from implementation through delivery, including debugging, optimization, and iteration.
• Good understanding of interactive entertainment methodologies and production pipeline from implementation through delivery, including debugging, optimization, and iteration.
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or related field; or equivalent education and experience.

Eligibility and Compensation

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time. This position includes the base pay range listed below, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Pay Range: $108,796—$163,194 USD