Respawn Entertainment · 1 month ago
Senior Software Engineer (Apex Legends)
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
CA$170K/yr - CA$243K/yr
8+ years expRespawn Entertainment is a leading studio known for creating extraordinary games like Apex Legends. The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for building foundational technology, designing and maintaining core engine systems, and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to enhance performance and player experience in a live service environment.
SoftwareGamingDeveloper PlatformPC GamesVideo Games
Responsibilities
Design and maintain core engine systems across multiple domains
Own cross-cutting technical initiatives from design to release
Optimize memory, CPU, and bandwidth across gameplay systems
Debug and resolve complex issues in large-scale codebases
Integrate platform and partner technologies into the engine
Collaborate with design, art, and audio on feature development
Mentor engineers through code reviews and technical guidance
Qualification
Required
8+ years developing game engine or systems-level code
Strong C/C++ experience in performance-critical systems
Experience working in large, shared codebases
Shipped at least one AAA game on console or PC
Experience optimizing memory, CPU, or runtime performance
Experience developing on Sony, Microsoft, or Nintendo platforms
Strong understanding of 3D math or simulation systems
Benefits
Paid time off (3 weeks per year to start)
80 hours per year of sick time
16 paid company holidays per year
10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) to regular full-time employees
Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity
Vacation (3 weeks per year to start)
10 days per year of sick time
Paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave)
Extended health/dental/vision coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement plan to regular full-time employees
Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity
Company
Respawn Entertainment
Respawn Entertainment is an independent video game development studio located in the San Fernando Valley.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2017-11-09Acquired
Leadership Team
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Bruno Werneck
Principal Concept Artist
Recent News
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