ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Our headquarters is where the gaming culture and Southern California lifestyle meet, creating a vibrant work environment that epitomizes our belief that every day should be well played. Daybreak San Diego is the home of Darkpaw Games, creators of the legendary EverQuest and EverQuest II games. This is also the home of Rogue Planet Games, developer of the award-winning MMOFPS PlanetSide 2.
The perks of working at Daybreak San Diego extend well beyond the beautiful weather in this prime location. Access to the local gym, as well as on-site fitness classes, game nights, and a strong appreciation for the local craft brew scene (we even turned one of our original game servers into an on-site kegerator) are just some of the ways that make working at Daybreak (San Diego) exciting! Working here is about being part of a community.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Associate Software Engineer is responsible for the design and implementation of game features and systems to manage thousands of simultaneous players in EverQuest. This position will be in Darkpaw Games reporting to the Engineering Lead, this position will be responsible for:
- Writing and testing solid, reliable, and efficient code for highly scalable systems
- Working with designers and artists to design, create, optimize, and maintain game systems and custom tools
- Efficiently self-managing to balance working independently and with other developers
- Documenting complex systems in a clear manner for others to rely as a reference and potentially expand upon
What craft expertise you'll have:
- 2+ years software engineering experience either in school, personal projects, or for work
- Ability to communicate (both in written and verbal methods) complex processes in a clear manner
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- A working proficiency in C++
- Versatility with different styles of programming
- Understanding of object-oriented software engineering principles and methodologies
Other Criteria
- Experience playing EverQuest®
- A.S. in Computer Science or Computer Science Engineering or equivalent work experience
We invite you to get in the game with us and help us make exciting experiences!
Daybreak Game Company LLC is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for blockbuster hits and franchises such as DC Universe™ Online, PlanetSide®, EverQuest®, and Dungeons and Dragons Online®, Daybreak creates, develops, and provides compelling online entertainment for millions of gamers worldwide. We are the game publisher for Darkpaw Studios, Rogue Planet Gaming Studio, Dimensional Ink Games, and Standing Stone Games. To top it off, we are making games in three of the coolest cities in the United States: San Diego, Austin, and Boston. We make games that bring people together and build lasting communities and are totally devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience!
Exceptional employee benefits: 18 days PTO first year; Robust Medical, Dental, Vision insurance coverage for entire family; Company matched 401(k) vested immediately; Flex Spending Accounts, generous tuition reimbursements, ultra-creative environment, bring your dog to work with you.
**Daybreak Games is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Diversity in the workplace.**
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