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TMSGames Position Information
Senior Technical Engineer

Job Description:

TMSGames is looking for an experienced and talented full-time Senior Technical Engineer to come join us and help to create the next generation of MMO game titles. The Senior Technical Engineer will be responsible for managing the Engineering and Programming teams for Exanimus. This person will influence the games design, software, and network architecture to help evolve the creation of the game systems for efficient creation and operation. The ideal candidate should have vast experience in the creation, operation, and maintaining of MMO projects. The ability to manage a large development team in a fast paced environment is also required. The Senior Technical Engineer will report directly to the Creative Director and Senior Producer.

This is a senior level position that REQUIRES previous game development experience.

 

Duties Include:

- Analyze requirements for designs and implements the underlying architecture and systems of the game.

- Works with Senior Engineering and Programming Leads to manage engineering and programming development schedules to ensure on-time development.

- Analyzes and documents technical risks for project.

- Maintains exceptional knowledge of appropriate programming languages and a fundamental grasp of the technical architecture of the project.

- Originates and plans the logistics of technical implementation and launch.

- Assists staff and senior engineers in creating designs and specifications for implementation.

- Participates in regular, hands-on interaction with producers and team members to ensure that the concepts and content of assigned goals meet design and technical requirements.

- Works with Senior Network Engineers to plan for Network Operations and Implementation.

- Maintains and Enhances relationships with internal and external resources and partnerships.

- Presents engineering problems and solutions to the other project leads.

 

 

 

Requirements:

- 3+ years of relevant game development experiences as a lead engineer or manager.

- 4+ years experience in software engineering which include design and implementation of software products (preferably game products).

- 4+ years of experience operating and designing enterprise level networks.

- Demonstrate knowledge of Software, Hardware, and Network Engineering.

- Past experience or strong understanding of console based (XBox 360 / PS3) networks and systems.

- Credit on at least one shipped MMO or AAA title.

- Understands technical and engineering concerns of a MMO.

- Ability to work closely with team and responsive to feedback.

- Ability to take and understand direction well, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks.

- Bachelor's degree.

- Excellent communication and organizational skills.

- Ability to work well in a large and creative environment.

Additional Pluses:

- Passion for games and MMO's.

- Familiar with Zombie / Horror Movies and Games.

- Active player of MMO / RPG / FPS games.

How to Apply

All applicants must submit an online application to be considered for positions. Please submit a digital copy of your resume / CV and cover letter to the following e-mail address:

E-Mail:

Please, No calls or follow-up emails. A representative from TMS will contact you in regards to the position your applying for if your qualifications match what we are currently looking for. This is a full-time position. Relocation will be required.