Senior Software Engineer

The L.A. Times Studios LLC vision is to be the premier studio for groundbreaking and impactful storytelling, setting high standards for excellence in content creation and production. We push the boundaries of traditional media, exploring new formats and platforms to reach diverse and global audiences. By championing innovative ideas and diverse voices, we aspire to create a more connected world through storytelling and events supported by robust revenue streams from advertising sales, branded content, event production, products and business development.

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The Senior Software Engineer is a technical contributor responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing complex game systems, tools, and features across multiple platforms. This role drives technical excellence through innovative solutions, strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and a focus on building efficient, scalable, and high-quality systems that enhance player experiences. The Senior Software Engineer works independently on advanced projects, ensuring stability, performance, and creative alignment across the development pipeline.

Main Job Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement core gameplay systems, tools, or backend services with minimal supervision.
• Develop and maintain complex game features, networking components, or platform integrations.
• Ensure performance, stability, and code quality through rigorous testing and documentation.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and production teams to translate creative concepts into efficient technical implementations.
• Profile, analyze, and optimize code for memory usage, speed, and scalability across multiple platforms.
• Conduct peer code reviews to maintain high coding standards and consistency.
• Integrate and support advanced third-party SDKs, APIs, and platform services.
• Participate in technical design discussions and contribute to long-term engineering strategies.
• Identify and recommend process improvements, workflow efficiencies, and new technologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or related field and 4+ years of professional experience in software or game development, including operating on one or more live titles or large-scale software projects. OR 6+ years of professional experience in software or game development, including operating on one or more live titles or large-scale software projects.
• Advanced proficiency in C++, C#, or similar programming languages.
• Strong understanding of game engines such as Unity, Unreal Engine, or proprietary tools.
• Expertise in gameplay systems, rendering, physics, or networking.
• Skilled in debugging, profiling, and optimizing code for performance and scalability.
• Experience with version control systems (Git, Perforce) and build automation tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and manage multiple complex tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in systems architecture, AI programming, gameplay frameworks, or online services.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
• Deep passion for gaming and building world-class interactive experiences.
• Experience with cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and contributing to documentation of technical pipelines.

The L.A. Times Studios, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We actively work to create an inclusive environment where all of our employees can thrive. This Privacy Notice for L.A. Times Studios, LLC sets forth how we will use the information we obtain when you apply for a position with us.

The pay scale the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of the posting is $140,000 to $150,000.24 and takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, experience, training, licenses, certifications, and other business or organizational needs. Compensation will be determined based on the above factors along with the requirements of the position. At the L.A. Times Studios, LLC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.
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