Games Software Design Engineer

GAMES SOFTWARE DESIGN ENGINEER REDMOND, WA 12 MONTH CONTRACT

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Our hugely popular client is working on updating high-profile casual games and we re looking for an experienced Developer to join in. Become part of the team and help update and improve leading casual games for the next giant OS launch.

You will be responsible for feature implementation as well as deep optimizations throughout an existing code base. Optimization areas include: CPU/GPU frame time, memory usage, memory footprint on disk, battery consumption, responsiveness and load times. You should feel comfortable with these types of optimizations and have plenty of experience in this area.

TASKS FOR THIS ROLE:

- Identify optimization opportunities throughout an existing codebase and implement them
- Develop implementation plans and software for new game features according to functional requirements & feature specifications
- Consult on a regular basis with project leadership to align expectations and deliverables
- Collaborate with designers, artists, producers, and other programmers to deliver new experiences, tools, and features
- Multitask between projects efficiently

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

- Experience as a Systems or Engine Developer for multiple C# or C++ games
- EXTENSIVE OPTIMIZATION EXPERIENCE (CPU/GPU frame time, memory, load times, etc.) required
- Strong understanding of consumer expectations for high production value casual games
- 5+ years of professional programming experience
- Extensive C# and C++ experience
- BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent experience
- Excellent problem solving abilities including approaching them from different angles to find the best solution
- Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude and passion for collaborating with a team to make high quality games

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experience with Windows Store apps and WinRT
- Experience with XAML optimization
- Experience with .NET 4.5 Asynchronous Programming
- Familiarity with Unity game engine
- Experience collaborating with external partners
- 10+ years of professional programming experience
- Mobile game development experience

*CompuCom supports Employment Equity and Diversity*Dallas-based CompuCom Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of end-user enablement, service experience management, and cloud technology services to Fortune 1000 companies. CompuCom partners with enterprises to develop smarter ways they can work, grow and produce value for their business. Founded in 1987, privately held CompuCom has approximately 11,500 associates and supports more than 4 million end users in North America.