Senior Network Programmer

The Role
We are looking for a passionate developer who wants to take on the challenge of designing and implementing a platform based on our own distributed game server technology. You will work both in a team and independently, and take ownership of design and implementation for key parts of the network layer on both the server and client. We strive for technical excellence and you will be required to venture outside of your comfort zone, learning, and implementing new technologies. You need to be able to take initiative and find creative solutions to complex problems.

Responsibilities
Work on our core network technologies
Design distributed, real-time, scalable systems as part of a team
Implement and maintain features for our in-house game server platform
Drive the architecture of our networking systems, protocols and services
Support and mentor other team members
Be creative and vocal to improve the development team and process



Essential Requirements
Experience implementing multiplayer on a shipped title
Up to date knowledge of higher level networking technologies and frameworks
Knowledge of networking protocols
Experience profiling and optimizing code
Fluent in English, both written and spoken



Good to have
Experience working on an MMO, twitch shooter or fighting game
Experience in C#
Experience in Unity



Personal traits
Ability to take ownership of responsibilities
Good interpersonal and team-work skills
Open to feedback
Collaborative and consensus-driven approach



About Ringtail Interactive
Ringtail Interactive is fast-growing technology start up working in the games industry with an overall goal of creating an unrivalled server solution to the market for use within small and medium sized enterprises. The team consists of a diverse group of experienced professionals from all around the world consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible for a small development team. The company consists of two subsidiaries, Ringtail Games and Ringtail Technology.
Over the next year, we will be continuing to build the core of the team. Joining now will give you a chance to have a real impact on the company and the way in which the project develops.