Senior Software Engineer II, Platform SDK

Blizzard Entertainment

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Team Name:

Battle.net & Online Products

Job Title:

Senior Software Engineer II, Platform SDK

Requisition ID:

R025283

Job Description:

The Platform SDK team within Battle.net provides a suite of SDKs which allow game teams to seamlessly integrate with Battle.net services. By integrating Battle.net’s SDKs, studios can easily supercharge their development - unlocking key capabilities like login, social and purchasing - while primarily focusing on crafting genre-defining player experiences in their game.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be part of a new, highly performant team responsible for shaping and implementing the future of our game interfacing strategy within Battle.net. As someone experienced with various rendering pipelines, your primary responsibility will be to assist the Platform SDK team with integrating rendering-focused solutions.

Our ideal candidate is an experienced developer with a passion for and knowledge in rendering pipelines, interacting with web applications, and a history of working with a team in an agile environment.

This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The home studio for this position is located in Irvine, CA.

Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of high-performance C++ solutions which are integrated with game clients to access Battle.net services.
  • Design and implement new systems through innovative solutions.
  • Author and maintain technical documentation for consumption by studio partners.
  • Support studio partners as they integrate our solutions into their games.
  • Create technical design documents and other artifacts.
  • Uphold and promote the Blizzard Core Values.

Requirements:

  • Professional experience with C and C++
  • Experience working on real-time rendering engines.
  • In-depth knowledge of graphics APIs including Direct3D, Vulkan, and Metal.
  • Experience designing high-performance 3D applications.
  • Strong skills in graphics performance analysis and optimization.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills with people of varying technical backgrounds.

Pluses:

  • Proficiency in modern C++ (C++ 17 preferred).
  • Experience developing libraries, frameworks, APIs, and/or SDKs for use by other developers.
  • Understanding of OpenGL.
  • Knowledge of web communication protocols and integrations.
  • Familiarity with Chromium Embedded Framework (CEF) and/or Edge WebView2.

Your Platform

Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, and StarCraft®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net®, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.

Our World

Activision Blizzard, Inc., 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 innovative 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.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
  • 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
  • Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
  • Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
  • If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $121,500.00 - $224,880.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.

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