Senior Multiplayer Engineer
Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) is a premier live entertainment and media company. The Company includes Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium powered by cutting-edge technologies to redefine the future of entertainment. The first Sphere venue in Las Vegas opened in September 2023. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a direct-to-consumer and authenticated streaming product, MSG+, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming. More information is available at sphereentertainmentco.com.
Who are we hiring?
As a Senior Software Engineer at Sphere Entertainment Company, you’ll contribute to both new and existing projects, collaborating to develop tools and code, driving system performance, and sharing your knowledge and experience with the team as we create massively-multiplayer games for Sphere, a new entertainment venue in Las Vegas. Ideal candidates bring extensive experience with online multiplayer and distributed systems and architecture, a deep understanding of C++ programming (Unreal Engine), along with creative vision and a passion for delivery. 16K visuals. 60fps performance. 164,000 speaker audio. 20,000 players per shard. A screen the size of three football fields. It’s AAA on a whole new scale – and that’s why you’re here.
What will you do?
- Prototype and test new game systems and features using Unreal Engine
- Architect, develop, and maintain high-quality, efficient multiplayer experiences.
- Create and document reusable code as an individual contributor.
- Review and provide meaningful feedback to other team members on best practices.
- Analyze technical and design documentation and requests, translating them into discrete and manageable engineering tasks.
- Collaborate across departments (gameplay engineering, infrastructure, design, QA) to deliver tools and features on schedule.
- Stay on top of the latest industry developments, sharing key findings with the team at regular intervals. Attend and update in daily scrums, bi-weekly sprint planning sessions, reviews, and retrospectives in accordance with the team’s Agile practices.
What do you need to succeed?
- Computer Science BS/MS or equivalent experience
- 5+ years professional multiplayer gameplay engineering experience Expertise in software development using the Unreal Engine and C++.
- Excellent communications and team relations skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with mobile and PC / console game development.
- Knowledge of network architecture, microservices, and client/server architecture
- Shipped at least one title with senior-tier contributions to multiplayer / network systems.
- Understanding of DevOps concepts and QA methodologies.
- Experience working in an Agile team and familiarity with Agile methodology.
#LI-Hybrid
At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.
We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, MSG complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.