| Electronic Arts (Canada) объявляет о наборе людей, способных изменить будущее игровой индустрии в играх серий The Sims, Medal of Honor, FIFA Soccer и Need for Speed. Основные требования - владение языком и беспрецендентное владение своими знаниями. Что из этого следует? Только лишь то, что разработчики собираются серьёзно освежить контент своих нынешних блокбастеров и сделать основной упор на он-лайн составляющую. Также с уверенностью можно сказать, что данный набор персонала не окажет влияния на новую часть НФС, уже находящуюся в разработке. Подробно ознакомиться с предъявляемыми требованиями можно ниже (англ.): Position Title: Software Engineer - Online Position Overview The Online Software Engineer designs and implements code that allows players to compete against each other (or play together) connected via a LAN or the Internet. The position requires collaborative work on complex problems. Key Responsibilities - Create and own leading edge reusable server solutions, both systems and engines if required.
- Research cutting-edge algorithms and techniques.
- Write technical design specifications.
- Design, maintain, implement, test and debug code.
- Create tools, features and engine components to required coding standards.
- Provide solutions that take into account network latency, de-synchronization of data between networked machines/players, packet compression, cheating and interrupted connections. Required Technical Skills and Experience - Bachelor degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent training and professional experience.
- 12+ years of development experience.
- Extensive Linux and/or Unix experience.
- Experience with client-server and peer-to-peer architectures, network security, basic network protocols (e.g. TCP/IP and UDP), concurrency and synchronization.
- Excellent Problem solving skills.
- Expert level proficiency with C++.
- Experience with Java a plus.
- Understanding of memory management, multiple processor use, and runtime optimization. Additional Skills - Experience with scripting languages (i.e. Perl, Lua, Python), XML and C#.
- Ability to test, debug, and extend other Software Engineer's code competently.
- Exposure to encryption algorithms (SSL, RSA).
- Demonstrated knowledge of good software engineering practices. Performance Competencies (Non Technical Skills) - Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
- Constantly innovate how to improve product quality as well as group productivity.
- Excellent decision making capabilities.
- Ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts, principles and solutions.
- Demonstrates dependability and commitment to projects/tasks. *IMPORTANT* Please contact Ryan MacDougall via email at rmacdougall@ea.com to submit your resume. Must put in the subject line: “Next Gen – Online – [Your Name]” to apply for the position. If this opportunity interests you and your skills and experience align, then "Get in the Game" with us today! Compensation: Competitive salary based on skills and experience.
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