Software Engineer (C++) - Online/Multiplayer
CD Projekt · Warsaw, Poland · 3mo ago
Company Description
To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!
Job Description
We are looking for passionate Software Engineers to enhance our team working on online gaming functionality. Work alongside different teams of game developers to create useful tools and features, all with the goal of forming exciting new gaming experiences to the highest possible standards.
Daily Responsibilities:
- Design, develop and maintain a library, combining networking, gameplay, and community features, used to deliver the best experience for millions of gamers.
- Propose, discuss, and decide on an application architecture and technical stack used to deliver the best and most efficient tooling for game developers.
- Support developers in creating new games by providing them the best quality tools possible and working with them cooperatively.
- Bring and employ the best, proven practices from the modern C++ world.
- Implement performance measurements, testing strategies, and optimizations.
- Work with other engineers in Agile methodology, and be ready to share knowledge and mentor other team members.
- Stay abreast of emerging new technologies, research new tools, and implement best practices.
Qualifications
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
- Very good communication skills.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Knowledge of system architectures and designs.
- Proficiency in modern C++ (at least C++11; C++17/20 is highly welcomed) with proven years of experience.
- Knowledge of software development best practices (version control, testing, CI/CD etc.) and C++ best practices.
- Understanding of network and server security issues; understanding of the client-server architecture, and p2p communication.
- Software architecture skills.
- Passion for gaming, game services, and online communities.
Nice to have:
- Experience with Unreal Engine.
- Experience in creating multi-platform software.
- Experience in programming for gaming consoles, and knowledge of platform-specific details
- Basic Python knowledge.
- Knowledge of as many of the following as possible: multiplayer services in games, NAT busting, low level network tools and diagnosis, VoIP, code optimization, and networking performance measurements.
- Experience with any of the following tools: Conan, Gitlab CI, Kubernetes.
- Experience with multithreaded programming and understanding of related issues and potential pitfalls.
- Good problem solving skills.
Additional Information
Work mode:office-first — at least 3 days per week from Warsaw office.
Onboarding process is being held fully on-site.
Health & Well-Being
- Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care and unlimited rehabilitation to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives.
- Life insurance — comprehensive pension and insurance plans to protect you and your loved ones.
- Annual screenings for cancer prevention covered by the company.
- Psychological and psychiatrist care — free mental health support and various well-being initiatives.
- Sports card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city.
- Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
- RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.
- RED Summer Camp for Kids — a fun summer program for children aged 5–12, majoritively paid by the company.
Perks & Professional Growth
- A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
- Trainings, lectures, and courses — workshops and trainings for each employee, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
- REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive subscription benefits, additional medical packages or vouchers and codes to shops, cinemas, and public transport reimbursement.
- Gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
Social Activities & Life in the Office
- Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
- Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together.
- Healthy selections — canteens.
- Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
- Sustainability is an ongoing commitment for us, and our campus has electric car charging points, green zones, and much more. Read all about it on our Beyond the Game Blog.
- A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them.
- An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support, and yoga and boxing classes.
- No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
Estimated pay range for this position: 12 600 – 22 400 PLN gross monthly.
Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience and qualifications.
Type of contract: Employment Contract ("Umowa o pracę").
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