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  • Senior Network Programmer, Darksiders® II - #42853 Back
    Division/Studio: Vigil Games (Austin, TX)
    Employment Status: Full Time - Benefits
    Relocation Eligible: Yes
    About Vigil Games:
    Vigil Games was founded in 2005 by world renowned comic artist Joe Madureira and video game industry veteran David Adams. In 2006, we became a member of the THQ family. Vigil's recent release, Darksiders, available on current generation console systems, has achieved both critical acclaim and solid retail sales. The studio facility is located in the beautiful hills of Austin, TX. While always striving to be a world class game development house, Vigil also provides an exciting, fun, and creative work atmosphere.As part of the THQ family of studios, Vigil offers a very competitive compensation package that includes bonuses, stock options, health insurance, 401k, educational assistance, and much more.
    Job Description:
    We are currently seeking a talented Senior Console Network Programmer to work on our upcoming, unannounced title.
    Core Responsibilities

    This individual will work closely with Art, Design and Project Management to determine priorities for the project and execute those priorities

    Design and implementation of high level network code for next-generation console title

    Become the “go to” person for all network engineering-related technical issues

    Organize and participate in regular code reviews

    Help identify and solve complicated productivity issues

    Participate in/lead cross-disciplinary meetings and solve problems

    Identify and work with external technology as needed to improve the game’s functionality and/or productivity

    Skills & Qualifications

    Thorough understanding of server architecture and TCP/IP networking 

    Proficient in C/C++

    Experience in client, server, web and database programming technologies

    Experience handling bandwidth, latency and synchronization issues

    Experience developing on PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360 platform

    Solid C/C++ skills

    Positive attitude

    Strong work ethic

    Willingness to adapt

    Self motivated

    Strong team orientation and verbal / written communication skills.

    Strong problem solving and decision-making ability

    Computer science or similar degree, or comparable experience

    Experience programming on PSN or XBox Live


    Respond to the Job post by sending an email to jobs@vigilgames.com to apply for this position!