Senior Software Engineer
Role Overview
Plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools.
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Senior Software Engineer – C# / Unity Game Developer
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Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain electronic table games using C# and the Unity3D game engine, based on requirements provided by the Game Design and Game Analyst teams.
- Transform detailed game specifications into high-quality, scalable, and performant software solutions.
- Develop reusable, maintainable, and robust code aligned with established engineering standards and best practices.
- Perform comprehensive unit testing, integration testing, debugging, and code reviews to ensure product quality and reliability.
- Collaborate closely with Game Analysts, QA teams, artists, and other stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Participate in technical design and architectural discussions, contributing innovative solutions and engineering expertise.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects, performance issues, and stability concerns in a timely manner.
- Optimize game performance, memory utilization, and rendering efficiency for fixed-hardware and embedded gaming platforms.
- Create and maintain clear technical documentation, including design specifications, implementation details, and support materials.
- Adhere to coding standards, development processes, version control practices, and agile methodologies.
- Communicate project status, risks, challenges, and recommendations effectively to team members and management.
- Required Technical Skills
- Strong hands-on experience with Unity3D, including:
- Gameplay programming
- UI/UX implementation
- Animation systems
- Game state management
- Performance optimization
- Proficiency in C# programming with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and software engineering best practices.
- Strong knowledge of software architecture, design principles, and common design patterns such as:
- MVC
- Observer Pattern
- State Machine
- Dependency Injection
- Experience designing and developing reusable, scalable, and maintainable software components.
- Solid understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
- Experience with source control and version management tools such as Git, Perforce, or SVN.
- Familiarity with automated testing frameworks, continuous integration practices, and quality assurance methodologies.
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance analysis skills.
- Experience profiling and optimizing rendering performance, memory usage, and application responsiveness within Unity.
- Experience developing games or applications for Electronic Gaming Machines (EGM), Electronic Table Games (ETG), or other regulated gaming environments is highly desirable.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working within highly regulated industries such as gaming, gambling, financial services, or similar compliance-driven environments.
- Knowledge of casino gaming systems, progressive jackpots, and multiplayer game architecture.
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies and collaborative development practices.
- Soft Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities with keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
- Self-motivated and results-oriented, with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced development environment.
- Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning, improvement, and professional growth.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Qualifications
- Experience working within highly regulated industries such as gaming, gambling, financial services, or similar compliance-driven environments.
- Knowledge of casino gaming systems, progressive jackpots, and multiplayer game architecture.
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies and collaborative development practices.
- Soft Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities with keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
- Self-motivated and results-oriented, with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced development environment.
- Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning, improvement, and professional growth.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Qualifications
About Light & Wonder
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