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Senior Network Programmer
at Vigil Games
Austin, TX
About Vigil Games:
Vigil Games was founded in 2005 by world renowned comic artist Joe Madureira and
video game industry veteran David Adams. In 2006, we became a member of the THQ
family. Vigil's recent release, Darksiders, available on current generation
console systems, has achieved both critical acclaim and solid retail sales. The
studio facility is located in the beautiful hills of Austin, TX. While always
striving to be a world class game development house, Vigil also provides an
exciting, fun, and creative work atmosphere.As part of the THQ family of
studios, Vigil offers a very competitive compensation package that includes
bonuses, stock options, health insurance, 401k, educational assistance, and much
more.
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a talented Senior Console Network Programmer to work on
Darksiders II.
Core Responsibilities
This individual will work closely with Art, Design and Project Management to
determine priorities for the project and execute those priorities
Design and implementation of high level network code for next-generation console
title
Become the “go to” person for all network engineering-related technical issues
Organize and participate in regular code reviews
Help identify and solve complicated productivity issues
Participate in/lead cross-disciplinary meetings and solve problems
Identify and work with external technology as needed to improve the game’s
functionality and/or productivity
Skills & Qualifications
5+ years in a Network Programmer role
Thorough understanding of server architecture and TCP/IP networking
Proficient in C/C++
Experience in client, server, web and database programming technologies
Experience handling bandwidth, latency and synchronization issues
Experience developing on PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360 platform
Solid C/C++ skills
Positive attitude
Strong work ethic
Willingness to adapt
Self motivated
Strong team orientation and verbal / written communication skills.
Strong problem solving and decision-making ability
Computer science or similar degree, or comparable experience
Experience programming on PSN or XBox Live
Respond to the Job post by sending an email to jobs@vigilgames.com to apply for
this position!
Vigil Games was founded in 2005 by world renowned comic artist Joe Madureira and
video game industry veteran David Adams. In 2006, we became a member of the THQ
family. Vigil's recent release, Darksiders, available on current generation
console systems, has achieved both critical acclaim and solid retail sales. The
studio facility is located in the beautiful hills of Austin, TX. While always
striving to be a world class game development house, Vigil also provides an
exciting, fun, and creative work atmosphere.As part of the THQ family of
studios, Vigil offers a very competitive compensation package that includes
bonuses, stock options, health insurance, 401k, educational assistance, and much
more.
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a talented Senior Console Network Programmer to work on
Darksiders II.
Core Responsibilities
This individual will work closely with Art, Design and Project Management to
determine priorities for the project and execute those priorities
Design and implementation of high level network code for next-generation console
title
Become the “go to” person for all network engineering-related technical issues
Organize and participate in regular code reviews
Help identify and solve complicated productivity issues
Participate in/lead cross-disciplinary meetings and solve problems
Identify and work with external technology as needed to improve the game’s
functionality and/or productivity
Skills & Qualifications
5+ years in a Network Programmer role
Thorough understanding of server architecture and TCP/IP networking
Proficient in C/C++
Experience in client, server, web and database programming technologies
Experience handling bandwidth, latency and synchronization issues
Experience developing on PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360 platform
Solid C/C++ skills
Positive attitude
Strong work ethic
Willingness to adapt
Self motivated
Strong team orientation and verbal / written communication skills.
Strong problem solving and decision-making ability
Computer science or similar degree, or comparable experience
Experience programming on PSN or XBox Live
Respond to the Job post by sending an email to jobs@vigilgames.com to apply for
this position!