Description Welcome to Amazon Games Bucharest! Joining the ranks of the existing development teams in Orange County, Montreal, San Diego and Seattle, we’re excited to expand Amazon Games’ commitment to creating and publishing incredible games, and we’re on the lookout for talented folks to join us as we grow. We’re looking for an experienced software development engineer with a track record of delivering large scale services and is passionate about building innovative systems to support our games. At Amazon Games, you’ll have the power of AWS cloud to build amazing experiences for players, streamers and creators. If you are excited about making a big impact in the game industry, we're looking for you! Key job responsibilities • Development and implementation of core gameplay mechanics and features in collaboration with designers • Development and implementation of prototypes and AI behaviors • Creation and optimization of combat systems, player controls, and game physics • Integration of gameplay systems with backend services and game engines • Collaboration with artists, animators and UI teams to implement visual effects, character animations and intuitive player interfaces • Ensure smooth gameplay experiences on different hardware configurations • Writing of performant code, debugging of complex gameplay issues and code reviews • Mentoring junior developers and providing technical guidance • Document code and features. • Work with the team to improve production processes and enforce best practices. About the team At Amazon Games, our ambition is to create bold new experiences that foster community in and around our games. Our team of game industry veterans is developing and publishing live service AAA multiplayer games and developing original IPs, including New World: Aeternum and an upcoming title based on The Lord of the Rings, with our studios and teams in Seattle, Orange County, San Diego, Montreal, and Bucharest. Amazon Games also publishes best-in-class games in close collaboration with developers, leading with Lost Ark from Smilegate RPG, THRONE AND LIBERTY from NCSOFT, and King of Meat from Glowmade, as well as the next major entry in the Tomb Raider series from Crystal Dynamics. Basic Qualifications - Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team - Experience leading the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems - Experience in professional, non-internship software development - Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Java, C++, or C# including object-oriented design - Game Development experience Preferred Qualifications - Experience with full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy\_page ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.