We are looking for an experienced Senior Network Programmer to develop and maintain CRYENGINE Networking Systems at our Frankfurt, Germany studio.
Responsibilities
Take ownership, develop and maintain CRYENGINE Networking Systems.
Improve and optimize existing components of the code base.
Work with the game project teams to assist in multiplayer technology integration into Crytek in-house games.
Gather and verify requirements across multiple projects for the Network domain.
Maintain cross-platform solutions to support third-party online services (Steam, PSN, Xbox Live).
Work closely with other programming disciplines to achieve great multiplayer experiences in the games.
Create and maintain modules to be used for automated testing purposes.
Undertake technical training/teaching of the team.
Create accurate task duration estimates and complete all work in a timely basis.
Remain focused, motivated and effective on all tasks through to completion.
Contribute to Developer and End-user documentation.
Mentor junior programmers.
Requirements
5+ years of professional software development experience within the games industry or an equivalent.
At least a Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience.
Previously held a Senior or an equivalent position while working on Network technology.
Deep understanding with at least one of the following: Socket networking (TCP, UDP protocols), P2P or Client-Server architectures, synchronization or network security.
Have been a feature owner of Network systems in a shipped game title.
Excellent knowledge of C++.
Excellent understanding of:
Object-oriented software engineering
Multithreaded software architecture
Performance measurement and optimization
Object-oriented software engineering
Multithreaded software architecture
Performance measurement and optimization
Experience with any game engine, preferably CRYENGINE.
Experience with large code bases.
A team player and be self-driven.
Excellent communication skills with a strong affinity for transparency.
Fluent English language skills.
Willing to relocate to Frankfurt am Main area, Germany.