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    Associate Software Engineer - SanDiego, United States - Daybreak Games

    Daybreak Games
    Daybreak Games SanDiego, United States

    1 week ago

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    Description

    Position Title: Associate Game Engineer

    Salary Range: $59,000 - $76,000 USD, pay may vary based on location.

    Studio/Department: Darkpaw Games

    Employee Type: Full Time, Regular

    Location: San Diego, CA / Daybreak Approved Remote Locations (CA, WA, TX, NY)

    ABOUT OUR STUDIO

    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.

    Find out more about our studio at

    THE OPPORTUNITY

    Daybreak and Darkpaw Games are looking for a talented Associate Software Engineer to help tackle the massive codebase of EverQuest and build new features. If you have a knack for problem-solving, translating English into C++, and a passion for tinkering, then come help us continue the legacy of EverQuest

    Your Contribution

    • 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

    Required Knowledge and Experience

    • Experience playing EverQuest
    • Self-starter attitude
    • S. in Computer Science or Computer Science Engineering or equivalent work experience
    • 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

    Year-1 Success

    • Become familiar with the different sections of the EverQuest codebase
    • Gain a basic understanding of a few core gameplay systems as needed
    • Regularly engage in the software development lifecycle of gathering requirements, planning, implementation, testing, and releasing
    • Effective at managing your time appropriately and remain productive so most small tasks are completed in 3 - 5 days
    • Participate in team meetings and bring up ideas for discussion to improve the game, our tools, or our workflows
    • Clearly communicate with other developers to move past roadblocks or areas of confusion
    • Demonstrate high standards of ethics and fairness

    Feel like you are a match for this role, but don't meet all the requirements? We encourage fresh viewpoints, so as long as you can show us how your attitude and other skills make up for any gaps, we still want to see your application

    ABOUT OUR COMPANY

    Daybreak Game Company LLC is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for blockbuster hits and franchises such as DC UniverseTM 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 Find out more about our company at

    We invite you to get in the game with us and help us make exciting experiences

    Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities
    Daybreak Game Company will never ask applicants to provide their social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or through online messaging apps (WhatsApp, Hangouts). We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview. Please contact Daybreak Game Company's People & Culture team at if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.

    **Daybreak Game Company, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Diversity in the workplace.**

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