Online Engineer at Activision Publishing Inc in Santa Monica, California

Job Description:

Job Title: Online Engineer

Requisition ID: R009600

Job Description:
Job Title : Online Engineer

Reporting To: Technical Development Director

Department : Mobile

Location: Santa Monica, CA or Remote for the right candidate

Your Platform

Founded in 1979, Activision has continuously disrupted the world of entertainment as a leader in the videogame industry. With a history of delivering iconic game changers -- like Pitfall® , Tony Hawk®, Guitar Hero®, Crash Bandicoot™, Skylanders ™ and Call of Duty ® -- our obsession is delighting our players around the globe. Focused and committed to innovation, we consistently deliver the most beloved, engaging and successful entertainment.

And while we have world-class franchises, infrastructure and resources, our success comes from a passionate, talented and diverse team of people producing greatness together. So, if you're interested in our biggest priority, it's our people.

We're currently driving the next era for our company and community by creating amazing experiences for fans and continuing to make Activision an inclusive place where everyone can thrive.

Join us, make history. To learn more, check us out at www.activision.com , www.activisiongamesblog.com or @Activision on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Your Mission

Activision Publishing is currently looking for a Online Engineer to join the Mobile team to work on a new mobile title. We are looking for an individual who has a passion and proven track record forbuildingand launching great games.

As an Online Engineer on the Mobile team, your mission is to implement networking systems including online multiplayer, matchmaking, community features, and 1st party technical requirements to create an immersive experience for our players. This role requires knowledge of fundamental networking behaviors including synchronization, authority, determinism, replication, prediction, latency, and bandwidth. You will be a direct part of a core team but collaboratewithaglobal team.

Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

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  Develop networking code to interact with backendsystemsandonlineservices
  
  


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  Optimizeexistingnetworkingcodebasebyinstrumenting, profiling, analyzing, and optimizing
  
  


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  Architect and implementhigh performancenetwork code solutions for clientand servergame logic
  
  


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  Participate in design and code reviews
  
  

Player Profile

Minimum Requirements:

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  Excellent C++ programming skills- at least 3yearsexperiencein games or related industry
  
  


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  Proficiency in client-serverand peer-to-peernetworking architectures
  
  


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  Proficient with synchronization, lag compensation, UDP/TCP, packet bandwidth optimization
  
  


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  Excellent debugging skills within a networked environment
  
  


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  Toolsdevelopment experience using Python, or other relevantlanguages
  
  


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  Comfortable working with RESTful APIs,JSON, and network protocol design/implementation
  
  


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  Online/Network programming experience onmobileorcurrent generationconsoles/PC
  
  


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  A strong passion for video games
  
  

Extra Points:

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  Experience working with first party online serviceson mobile, console orPC
  
  


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  Experience in data science (visualization, analysis, pipelines)
  
  


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  Developed and shipped at least one online multi-player game
  
  


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  Proficiency in database modeling and access libraries
  
  

Our World

Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI), is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty ®, World of Warcraft® , Overwatch ®, Diablo ®, Candy Crush ™ and Bubble Witch ™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered!

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

Activision is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.