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Software Engineer – Game Support – Game Studio

Software Engineer – Game Support – Game Studio

CompanyNetflix
LocationLos Angeles, CA, USA
Salary$60000 – $270000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • 3+ years of professional experience in the games industry.
  • Demonstrable and substantial experience with Unity.
  • Proficiency in C#.
  • Familiarity with source control systems (e.g., Git, Perforce).
  • Understanding of debugging tools and techniques for games.
  • Experience working with issue tracking using JIRA.
  • Ability to read and interpret crash logs and error reports.
  • Familiarity with build pipelines and deployment processes.
  • Comfortable working with various operating systems (Windows, macOS, and/or mobile).

Responsibilities

  • Own and improve our catalog games.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues players report across various platforms (mobile, web, desktop).
  • Collaborate with development, QA, and production teams to identify, diagnose, and fix bugs.
  • Implement updates, patches, and hotfixes to maintain game stability and performance.
  • Monitor game health and analytics to identify potential issues proactively.
  • Provide clear and timely communication to production and internal teams regarding support incidents and resolutions.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of issues, solutions, and support processes.
  • Contribute to improving internal tools and workflows related to game support and maintenance.
  • Stay on top of shifting and evolving platform requirements (particularly mobile).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented mindset.
  • Skilled at writing code that is elegant, extensible, and optimized.
  • Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Passion for delivering outstanding player experiences.
  • A positive attitude and resilience in the face of challenging issues.
  • Enthusiasm for video games and an understanding of the gaming community.