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Bonfire Studios · 3 months ago

Systems Engineer (Senior/Principal/Lead)

positionIrvine, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$238K/yr - $290K/yr

Bonfire Studios is a game development company focused on creating original IPs that evoke a sense of community and competition. As a Systems Engineer, you will design and optimize foundational technology for their first game, collaborating closely with artists and designers to enhance the gaming experience.

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Responsibilities

Building and optimizing the foundational engine systems in Unity/DOTS (C# and C/C++), ensuring tools and tech run efficiently for both developers and players
Collaborating with internal and external leads to improve engine platform capabilities (performance, console features, anti-cheat protection) and improve team workflows
Tackling projects such as optimizing iteration pipelines, building maintainable live-editable profiling systems, and enhancing runtime systems like rendering, streaming, and netcode
Jumping into other areas as needed (from audio to UI to gameplay systems) to support the broader team
Creating tools and APIs that make developers' lives easier, helping the team deliver high-quality content faster
Contributing beyond core engineering, leaning on your passions and perspectives to help the studio grow together

Qualification

UnityC#C/C++Multi-threaded architectureAsynchronous programmingECS paradigmsEngine-level systemsCollaborationProblem-solvingGrowth mindset

Required

Experience with custom or heavily modified engines for AAA games on PC and modern consoles, with multiple shipped titles
Deep technical knowledge in areas like multi-threaded architecture, asynchronous programming, and ECS paradigms
Enjoy solving tough problems — whether debugging elusive issues or optimizing complex systems
Thrive on curiosity and adaptability, eager to dive into new areas and unfamiliar code
Value collaboration, trust, and diverse perspectives, building strong partnerships across the studio
Embrace a growth mindset, caring about your own development and supporting others in theirs
Carry a genuine passion for both technology and the creative process of making games

Benefits

Equity
Full benefits package
Extra perks to make work (and life) better

Company

Bonfire Studios

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Bonfire studios is an independent game studio in Orange County California
dateFounded in 2016
location
Irvine, California, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://www.bonfirestudios.com/

H1B Sponsorship

Bonfire Studios has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$25M
Key Investors
Andreessen Horowitz
2025-01-15Series B
2016-09-12Series Unknown· $25M
2016-05-01Series A

Leadership Team

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Josh Mosqueira
Design @ Bonfire Studios, co-founder
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Recent News

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