Expert Online Engineer - Infinity Ward

Expert Online Engineer - Infinity Ward

Requisition : R026401

Founded in 2002, Infinity Ward is the original studio behind the Call of Duty franchise. The titles developed by Infinity Ward have won more than 200 Game of the Year awards and 100 Editor’s Choice awards, among many other industry accolades. Some of our previous titles include:
Call of Duty:
Ghosts, Call of Duty:
Infinite Warfare, and most recently, Call of Duty:
Modern Warfare. Infinity Ward employs more than 250 people in Woodland Hills, California, just outside of Los Angeles.

We believe that making the best games relies on having the best people, so we like to look after ours. We enjoy having fun with top‑notch events that everyone gets involved with.

Infinity Ward is looking for an Expert Online Engineer. The work will encompass all elements of multiplayer online games, including new and unique online features, security, infrastructure design, operations management and defining future technologies. This position is a rare opportunity to join a growing team, shape the next generation of online gaming, and have a hand in a multi‑million‑unit selling franchise.

This role is for experienced programmers that have a passion for games and experience with online infrastructure design and development.

• Architect new networking systems for the game client, game server, and backend.
• Bring new ideas and fresh techniques to the table.
• Develop, design and maintain existing online features.
• Work with Multiplayer Designers to fully realize their visions.
• Work with QA to maintain bug‑free code and detect and eliminate network load issues.
• Maintain and implement integration of first‑party online services.
• Build and expand Activision cross‑title service infrastructure.
• Optimize and debug game network traffic and improve on existing network architecture.

• Proficiency in C and C++.
• Strong background and knowledge in client‑server architecture.
• Knowledge of networking protocols including TCP/IP and UDP and their applications in game systems design.
• Understanding of the implementation requirements of client‑server and peer‑to‑peer networking models.
• B.S. in Computer Science and/or Mathematics or equivalent work experience.
• Self‑motivated with excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Good oral and written skills.
• Interest in games, preferably first‑person shooters.
• Familiarity with using and building backend APIs – including REST and interfacing with databases.

• Current generation console programming experience with a reputation for creating clean, efficient, and well‑tested code.

Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet.

Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well‑being for ‘Every World’ – we’ve got our employees covered!

Infinity Ward is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

• 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…