Software Engineer

Company: Intrepid Studios
Location: San Diego
Posted on: May 19, 2025

Job Description:

Intrepid Studios is looking for an exceptional Software Engineer to develop MMO game data persistence systems. As part of the Cloud Services team you will develop database structures, APIs and algorithms for optimal storage and delivery of game data, and integrate those APIs into our game systems. You will monitor and measure the performance and reliability of those persistence systems and provide metrics to stakeholders.Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain MMO game data persistence systems and APIs.
• Develop and maintain testing tools, automation tools, and reporting tools.
• Advise and guide engineers on data persistence best practices.
• Advise and guide the quality assurance team on effective testing strategies.
• Troubleshoot operational errors and performance issues.
• Effectively report performance metrics to stakeholders.Requirements
  • BS in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent.
  • 3+ years of experience.
  • Proficiency in C++.
  • Proficiency in concurrent systems (multithreaded, asynchronous).
  • Proficiency in data structures and algorithms.
  • Proficiency in database concepts (normalization, indexing, transactions, etc.)
  • Experience with modern SQL and NoSQL databases.
  • Experience with Python.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Preferences
    • Experience with MongoDB.
    • Experience with game system architecture.
    • Experience with Go.
    • Experience with Cloud technologies like kubernetes.Required Application Materials
      • Resume
      • Cover letter describing your qualifications, why you are specifically interested in Intrepid Studios, and what games you are currently playing.Interview Overview:Below you'll find an outline of the interview plan for this role. Please note that while this is what we expect the process to look like; we may ask you for supplemental information or require an additional step before making a final decision.
        • 30 min interview with a member of our Talent Team
        • 60 min interview with the Hiring Manager and Team
        • Final interview with the Executive Team
        • References calls & a background checkThe Legal Bits:We offer competitive pay based on market standards plus a significant annual bonus structure. The base salary for this role is between $98,000 - $137,000, depending on skills and experience. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company. We expect the majority of the candidates who are offered roles at our company to fall throughout the range based on these factors.Job descriptions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee.We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, to apply for positions. We are an equal opportunity employer and we're committed to a fair and consistent interview process and employer experience.About Us:Founded in 2015, Intrepid Studios is the independent developer and publisher of the upcoming and Most Anticipated MMORPG, Ashes of Creation. Based in beautiful Southern California, Intrepid has assembled a veteran AAA team of tremendous talent and experience in the MMORPG industry.The gaming industry can be a turbulent storm of hiring cycles and layoffs. We've set out to do something different, to break this cycle and create an independent studio capable of withstanding the chaos of this industry. We've brought on-board a team of professionals that hold a diverse set of skills, and who all share a singular goal: making fun games. The studio is designed to be an open place for collaboration and communication, a place that is conducive to team building and success. Our goal is to build a family that will laugh together, play together, succeed together, and stay together.All posted positions are full-timewith generous medical benefitoptions covered 100% by employer for employees and dependents pluspaid vacation & sick days, and 401k with matching.We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Intrepid Studios will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Applicants of all ages, identities, and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Intrepid Studios will provide reasonable accommodation to employees who have protected disabilities consistent with local law.See more details on your right to work here:This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. See more details here: Note to Recruiters and Placement Agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered our property and will be processed accordingly.
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