Expert Network Engineer

CD PROJEKT RED

Expert Network Engineer

Boston, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an Expert Network Engineer who will play a pivotal role in shaping the online server infrastructure for Project Sirius - an original video game combining beloved aspects of The Witcher world with immersive multiplayer gameplay.

    We are seeking a seasoned professional who can bring extensive experience in network engineering to enhance the multiplayer aspects of our game. Your contributions will directly play a critical role in providing our players the best gameplay experiences.

    Responsibilities:

    • Work with gameplay programmers and designers to help ensure that all game features are functional and optimized for the best player experience on clients and servers.
    • Proactively identify, implement, and support new network features in the game and engine, such as replication systems, client and server replays, and novel features to be shared across projects.
    • Help guide and establish network programming patterns for other developers to follow.
    • Maintain and support listen and dedicated servers on multiple platforms, including Linux and Windows.
    • Optimize dedicated and listen server usage for bandwidth, latency and overall network usage as well as ensuring optimal cpu and memory usage.
    • Work closely with infrastructure teams across the organization to drive the implementation and feedback for matchmaking, server orchestration, containerization, and session scalability.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • networked in-engine, realtime, multiplayer experience, with a proven track record of shipping networked multiplayer games utilizing the Unreal Engine.
    • Excellent C++ skills, and familiarity with game scripting languages like Blueprint.
    • Familiarity with various potential scripting languages used in server orchestration and usage, like Lua, Python, etc.
    • Experience in a cross-disciplinary development environment.
    • Deep understanding of game networking concepts and trade offs required for cooperative multiplayer games..
    • Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and able to work independently.
    • Curiosity, kindness, and a positive and professional can-do attitude.

    Nice to haves:

    • Experience with interfacing with various cloud providers, and other online infrastructure systems including Docker containerization.
    • Commercial experience shipping games on multiple platforms.
    • Knowledge of Linux development and potential Linux specific optimizations.

    Additional Information

    This job can be hybrid/in-office from Boston or fully remote.

    Health & Well-being

    • Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
    • Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
    • No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
    • 401K with employer matching.
    • Gym Membership Reimbursement.

    Perks & Professional Growth

    • Flexible working hours.
    • Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
    • Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
    • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

    Life in the Office

    • Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
    • Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.