This job listing expired on Jun 28, 2020
SkyBox Labs is looking for an ambitious and results-driven Senior Software Engineer to join our team working on projects within the Minecraft universe! This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of engine-related features across multiple platforms.
Responsibilities
- Drive engine and feature improvements, test software and address bug issues, and identify and solve performance issues
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback on how to develop and improve processes, tools and workflows
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to other software engineers on the team
- Build strong relationships and communicate effectively with both internal team members and our external partners
- Identify and provide updates on technology risks and obstacles to technical directors and project managers
- Learn new technologies and systems to meet our technical and business needs
Qualifications
- At least 5-7 years of professional software development experience
- Strong proficiency in C++
- Experience designing, developing, and maintaining features and systems
- Excellent optimization and debugging skills
- A creative thinker with advanced problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-directed and takes initiative in order to drive progress
Nice-to-haves:
- Experience data-driving custom C++ game engines
- Experience leading a team
- Experience shipping one or more game titles on PC and/or console
- A passion for Minecraft or games in general!