Senior Software Engineer, Minecraft Networking

At Mojang Studios, the creators of Minecraft, we are on a mission to build a better world through the power of play.

Why play? Well, play is at the heart of everything we do. It's the blocky backbone of our games, the core of our development philosophy, and even the origin of our name. From the relentless experimentation of our endlessly inspiring community to the classrooms where Minecraft has become an essential teaching tool, play is the bedrock of our existence.

We enable millions to create and play together, connect people across the globe, and foster a community that is among the most active and passionate in the world.Our community is global and incredibly diverse. When we are developing anything within our franchise, we keep this in mind. We want everyone to not only feel included in Minecraft, but also to see themselves in what wemake. Our goalis for the Mojang Studios team to be as diverse as our community.

Join our Networking team where you'll architect and implement cutting-edge networking solutions for multiplayer games. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to optimize server performance, ensure seamless player experiences, and innovate in online gameplay technologies in the C++ Minecraft engine. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of online gaming and thrive in a collaborative environment, apply now to shape the future.

In the end,it'sthe people of Mojang Studios that make this place truly special. When you join,you'llfind yourself in the company of incredibly bright, warm, and creative individuals - all united and working toward a single goal. Come help us reach it!

• Design solutions for systems which result in simple,extensibleand maintainable high-quality code.

• Lead design, implementation, and code reviews across the Minecraft Networking space.

• Leverage data to detect and diagnose problems andvalidatesolutions.

• Engage with teams across the studio on project planning,knowledge-sharingand code reviews.

• Ensure consistent, maintainable unit and functional tests to helpmonitorsystem quality.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python

  • OR equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience developing in C++ with an understanding of the architecture of modern game engines.

• 1+years experienceworking in a Networking related field with a strongproficiencyin designing, debugging, and programming in the area.

• Ability to prototype, iterate, and take proactiveinitiativeto advance projects.

• Verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on collaboration and inclusiveness.