Senior Systems Engineer, Echtra

Position Overview

Echtra Games is looking for an experienced client Systems Engineer to work on our new cross-platform UE5 ARPG project who, excels at system level work for games, including low level optimization, platform SDK integration, input, build optimization, and more. You will also have opportunities to work on gameplay systems or delve into other low level systems like graphics, voice comms, and more.

Echtra Games is a small game studio in San Francisco with a team of veteran game developers and transformative newcomers who work both on-site and remotely. At Echtra, we value diversity and support work-life balance. We also have great benefits, an open vacation policy, and flexible schedules!

Main Responsibilities

• Drive the design and implementation of underlying game systems, building on the functionality of the Unreal Engine
• Working with platform and 3rd party middleware SDKs and APIs
• Gathering and sharing knowledge across the studio

Requirements

• You have developed and released multiple games with Unreal or another large engine, and at least one game working on low-level systems
• You have deep experience with C++, plus a good understanding of how hardware works
• You understand system design patterns, memory/performance optimization, and how to document knowledge

Pluses

• Experience working with Unreal Engine
• You’ve shipped games targeting a variety of platforms

A love and passion for gaming!

What we offer you:

• Competitive salary, bonus plan and ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• 401K Company Match Contribution (US)
• RRSP/DPSP company match contribution (Canada)
• Health coverage, dental, disability, critical illness, EAP, and life insurance (Canada)
• Medical, dental, vision, EAP, life insurance, and disability benefits (US)
• Virtual mental health and neurodiversity support programs
• Global Fitness reimbursement program
• Global Wellbeing Program
• Financial wellness program with unlimited access to certified financial planners
• Discretionary Time Off policy for many employees
• Family planning support program
• Generous paid parental, pregnancy-related disability, caregiver, and compassionate leaves
• Subsidized Back-up child care
• Zynga happy hours and frequent employee events
• Flexible working hours on many teams
• Culture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groups
• Work with cool people and impact millions of daily player

This is a fully remote role that may be based anywhere in the United States. The pay range for this position for applicants based in Colorado at the start of employment is expected to be between $90,000 and $136,00 per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to building a diverse and talented workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome job-seekers, players, employees, and partners from all backgrounds to join us!

We will consider all qualified job-seekers with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

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