Senior Online Programmer

Company Description

People Can Fly is one of the leading independent AAA games development studios with an international team of hundreds of talented individuals working from offices located in Poland, UK, US, and Canada, and from all over the world thanks to our remote work programs.

Founded in 2002, we made our mark on the shooter genre with titles such as Painkiller, Bulletstorm, Gears of War: Judgment, and Outriders. We are one of the most experienced Unreal Engine studios in the industry and we are expanding it with in-house solutions called PCF Framework.

Our creative teams are currently working on several exciting titles: Gemini is our new project being developed with Square Enix; Bifrost, Victoria and Dagger are projects we're growing in the self-publishing model. We also have one project in the concept phase – Red; as well as two projects in VR technology – Green Hell VR and Thunder - a new project based on one of the IPs from the Group's portfolio.

With over 20 years of experience, PCF sets out to explore new horizons. We aim to combine our expertise with creativity of the best and most forward-thinking talents in the industry to work together on the new generation of action games for the global gaming community.

If you decide to accompany us on this journey, you'll have a chance to perfect your craft and expand your knowledge, working alongside leaders in the industry on bringing a brand-new unique experience to the players worldwide.

PCF Framework is a home of coding experts who ensure that the key areas of the Unreal Engine used by PCF are being properly developed across different games and platforms. The team also makes sure that we have less systems to maintain while remaining competitive and is responsible for driving our architecture and R&D initiatives forward.

Job Description

Creating architecture and applications for multiplayer features

Designing and implementing systems and tools that support the networking needs of the game

Ensuring that the tools are running at optimum efficiency

Collaborating with teams of other disciplines ensure code quality and consistency

Testing, debugging, profiling and optimizing implementations

Creating design documentation according to Team Standards

Occasionally supporting Lead in recruitment projects with HR collaboration

Actively attending to code review

Qualifications

At least 6+ years of experience in the production of games for consoles and PC

At least 1 shipped AAA project from start to finish with credits as a programmer

Strong skills in C/C++

Strong experience in developing advanced server architecture and applications for online console or PC video games

Deep understanding of client-server methodology, scalability and security considerations

Working proficiency of internet and network architectures with bandwidth considerations

Experience with profiling and optimizations

Proficiency in Unreal Engine 4/5

Ability to write solid, reliable, efficient, maintainable and well- documented code

Being able to work efficiently under tight deadlines

Proficiency with Atlassian software (JIRA, Confluence)

Proficiency with Swarm and Perforce

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Open-minded team player attitude

Strong work ethic and self-motivated

Passionate about playing and making video games

Nice to have

BS (or higher) in Computer Science or similar discipline (Physics, Math, EE, etc.)

Knowledge of database systems like MySQL, PostgreSQL and NoSQL databases.

Familiarity with cloud services like Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud or Microsoft Azure.

Familiarity with Python, C# and Javascript

Additional Information

What we offer

A competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses.

Private medical healthcare including dental treatment for PCF members and their families (Signal Iduna).

MultiSport card for you and your family members or friends.

Access to Worksmile - cafeteria program.

Free library with a wide range of games and books you have unlimited access to.

In-company Polish and English language classes.

Fresh fruit, snacks, and beverages for everyone in the office.

Flexible working hours.

Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions are included in the plan for members and their dependents.

Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.

Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.