Software Engineer (C#/.NET)

About this role

<p>At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.&nbsp;</p> <p>Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.</p> <p>Rockstar is on the lookout for a passionate Software Engineer who <span class="TextRun SCXW75309343 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW75309343 BCX0">considers software development to be a </span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW75309343 BCX0">craft, and</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW75309343 BCX0">&nbsp;possess a passion for solving complex problems at scale.&nbsp;</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW75309343 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s new state-of-the-art game development studio in Carlsbad, CA.</p> <h4><strong>WHAT WE DO</strong></h4> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">The Rockstar Games Online Services team creates connected experiences that are found across our game franchises.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">We create online services for our games, including matchmaking, cloud saves, leaderboards, player inventory, player stats,&nbsp;bounties&nbsp;and more.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">We improve existing features as well as architect&nbsp;new solutions&nbsp;to support the development of the Online Services features.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <h4><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></h4> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop high volume, highly scalable server-side features using Windows Server, SQL server, IIS, .NET, and C#.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop web services supporting game console clients, browser clients, and external server clients.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop&nbsp;highly reliable&nbsp;distributed server systems.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Web performance optimization.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Collaboration with other Rockstar technology teams across our worldwide studios.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <h4><strong>REQUIREMENTS</strong></h4> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">4+ years of experience developing scalable distributed systems.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Expert in C# and/or C++.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong CS fundamentals, including excellent understanding of OO design patterns and concepts.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with API design and development.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Knowledge of web service scalability, performance, and security practices.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Database development experience (MSSQL).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with source control, preferably Perforce.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <h4><strong>PLUSES</strong></h4> <p>Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.</p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience building online gaming systems, commerce systems, social networking systems, search&nbsp;systems.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">One or more titles shipped on console or PC; preferably on the Xbox and/or PlayStation consoles.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with networking systems and their components including DNS, NAT, firewalls, security methods, peer-to-peer&nbsp;and client server models.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with online game service APIs, particularly Xbox Live, Sony NP, and Games for Windows Live.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Knowledge of Agile software development processes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul>