{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b572912d58ddec633730bfd4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b572912d58ddec633730bfd4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b572912d58ddec633730bfd4","title":"Sr. Engine Programmer","description":"ARK: Survival Evolved - Sr. Engine Programmer - Seattle, WA\n\nStudio Wildcard, creators of the smash indie hit ARK: Survival Evolved, was founded in 2014 by industry veterans Jeremy Stieglitz and Jesse Rapczak. ARK is the most successful Steam Early Access and Xbox Game Preview title ever and continues to break industry records on consoles and PC. We are looking for an experienced engine programmer to help improve existing (and create new) engine tools on the ARK IP.\n\nResponsibilities:\nCollaborate with cross discipline team members to develop timed releases on multiple platforms including Xbox and PlayStation\nCommunicate with other developers within the team to improve the existing development pipelines\n\nRequirements:\nMinimum 5 years experience as an engineer, 2 of which must include game development\nStrong Understanding of C++\nSignificant Experience working with Unreal Engine\nFamiliarity with build systems, build processes, and build automation such as Jenkins\n\nRecommended Skills:\nExperience with Unreal Engine at a low level\nFamiliarity with engineering on platforms other than PC\nFamiliarity with Xbox and PlayStation development including Certification Requirement(s) resolution\n\nPluses:\nFan of the ARK franchise\nExperience in one or more of the following categories:\nGraphics\nAudio including Voice Chat\nNetworking for Games\nCybersecurity\nExperience with planning software including JIRA\nDegree in computer science or similar discipline\n\nRequired Application Materials:\nResume\n\nAbout The Game\nARK: Survival Evolved takes on the survival genre with a unique blend of emergent multiplayer cooperation and competition. Players must hunt, harvest, craft, research technology, and build shelters to protect against punishing climate conditions, dangerous wildlife, and potential enemies. Tame and ride one of nearly 100 prehistoric beasts, including gargantuan creatures on a scale never before seen in video games! Fly a Pterodactyl squadron over the snow-capped mountains, race through the deep jungle with a pack of trained Raptors, tromp through a fortified enemy base along a convoy of gigantic Brontosaurus, or chase down prey on the back of a raging T-Rex.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nWildcard is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws, regulations or ordinances. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to disability during the application or the recruiting process, please let us know.\n\nPay Transparency Information\nThe expected annual base pay range(s) for this position vary based on a variety of factors, which include: (but aren't limited to) skills, competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. Each pay range is only relevant to those residing in WA state and can vary based on geographical location.\n\nWildcard Benefits\nWe pay 100% of all premiums for the employee and discounted rates for dependent premiums. 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ARK is the most successful Steam Early Access and Xbox Game Preview title ever and continues to break industry records on consoles and PC. We are looking for an experienced engine programmer to help improve existing (and create new) engine tools on the ARK IP.\n\nResponsibilities:\nCollaborate with cross discipline team members to develop timed releases on multiple platforms including Xbox and PlayStation\nCommunicate with other developers within the team to improve the existing development pipelines\n\nRequirements:\nMinimum 5 years experience as an engineer, 2 of which must include game development\nStrong Understanding of C++\nSignificant Experience working with Unreal Engine\nFamiliarity with build systems, build processes, and build automation such as Jenkins\n\nRecommended Skills:\nExperience with Unreal Engine at a low level\nFamiliarity with engineering on platforms other than PC\nFamiliarity with Xbox and PlayStation development including Certification Requirement(s) resolution\n\nPluses:\nFan of the ARK franchise\nExperience in one or more of the following categories:\nGraphics\nAudio including Voice Chat\nNetworking for Games\nCybersecurity\nExperience with planning software including JIRA\nDegree in computer science or similar discipline\n\nRequired Application Materials:\nResume\n\nAbout The Game\nARK: Survival Evolved takes on the survival genre with a unique blend of emergent multiplayer cooperation and competition. 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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws, regulations or ordinances. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to disability during the application or the recruiting process, please let us know.\n\nPay Transparency Information\nThe expected annual base pay range(s) for this position vary based on a variety of factors, which include: (but aren't limited to) skills, competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. 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