Associate Systems Engineering

Associate Gameplay Systems Engineer - Raven - Middleton, WIRequisition ID:R028059Job Description:Your MissionAs an Associate Gameplay Systems Engineer you will optimize, enhance, and develop new engine systems on top of the foundation of Call of Duty’s AAA technology. You will be working on the engine systems for our shipping products as well as improving the workflows of our development team. You will need to be proficient in writing efficient and clean C/C++ code. Qualified candidates will need to have a background in engine development and the subsystems that support games. This role is based in our Middleton, WI office and follows an onsite work schedule of four days per week. What you bring to the tableThe video game industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. Designing, modifying, optimizing, anddebugging gameplay systems Researching and documenting ways of improving our gameplay systems Deploying, evaluating performance, andtesting software on all supported platforms Communicating features and development with production, engineering, design, and art teams Participating in the performance and code review process Contributing to the design and roadmap of industry-leading AAA engine technology Collaborating andco-developing with other engineering teams This position reports to the Lead Gameplay Systems Engineer Player ProfileMinimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a Computer Science, Engineering, or Math related field Experience developing and optimizing engine systems Effective 3D math and algebra skills Strong programming skills in C/C++ Background with multi-threaded systems Understanding of computer architecture and memory management Solid debugging skills Shipped at least one game title 2+ years of experience working in the game industry or related field Proven ability to collaborate, coordinate, communicate and support other team members Understanding of object-oriented programming Creative, motivated, focused, passionate, results-oriented Demonstrated ability to write efficient, readable, and reliable code Passion for games and technology Extra Points: Development experience with networked multiplayer games Experience with systems in a client-server architecture Understanding of animation technology, including state machines, playback, and blending Your PlatformFounded in 1990 by brothers Brian and Steve Raffel in Middleton, Wisconsin, Raven Software began as a small studio focused on crafting fantasy and role-playing games. Ultimate Alliance, and - for the past 15 years - major contributions to the critically acclaimed Call of Duty franchise. As the lead developers behind Call of Duty: Warzone and the force behind the campaigns of the Black Ops series, most recently Black Ops 6, we have established ourselves as a key player in shaping the FPS genre and pushing the boundaries of what games can achieve. We’ve built a team rooted in respect, collaboration, and a shared focus on what’s best for the game. By fostering innovation and owning our mistakes, we continually push boundaries to create unforgettable games for our players. As a studio located in Middleton - a suburb of Madison consistently ranked among the best places to live - we offer a thriving, supportive environment paired with exceptional quality of life. Job Opportunities:LinkedIn:Our WorldAt Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, and Guitar Hero. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.  We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.    We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. RewardsWe provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. the standard base pay range for this role is $30.53 - $56.48 Hourly. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. Job SummaryJob number: R028059Profession: Programming/Software Engineering