Intermediate Software Engineer; C+ Minecraft

Position: Intermediate Software Engineer (C++) | Minecraft
Who is Sky Box Labs? Recognized as one of , Sky Box Labs is a game development studio that works on some of the world’s most iconic games. The studio is currently working on projects in the Minecraft universe, supporting the dev team at Bungie on Destiny 2, supporting development of Fallout 76, in addition to work on unannounced IP. Since our inception in 2011, Sky Box Labs has evolved from a small team of eight individuals to a fully established team of Engineers, Artists, Animators, Designers, Producers, and more.

Come join our hybrid team in our Burnaby, BC studio today!

Interested? Let’s talk about what we’re hiring for:

Sky Box Labs is seeking a versatile, experienced C++ Software Engineer to join our team working on projects within the Minecraft universe. This is a high-impact opportunity to contribute to one of the most successful game franchises in history, where your skills directly shape the experience of millions of players. Your subteam will be responsible for low-level systems and features that directly ensure players worldwide play the game with smiles on their faces.

If you’re ready to apply your technical expertise and strong communication skills within a world-class development environment, we want to hear from you today.

A snapshot of your role:

Collaborate with a team of engineers to help drive engine and feature improvements

Utilize strong problem-solving skills to conduct thorough risk assessments and analyze upcoming tasks

Test software, address bug issues and identify performance issues

Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback on how to develop and improve processes, tools and workflows

Execute on software development tasks independently, and leverage your team as needed

Push the boundaries of what you know by learning new technologies and systems to meet our technical and business needs

Sound like you? This is what we're looking for:

At least 2+ years of professional software development experience, ideally in games

Proficiency in C++ is required (specifically C++17 and forward)

Strong written and oral communication skills are critical for this collaborative team

Strong problem-solving skills with a quick ability to learn new tasks

Flexibility with technical skills and abilities to work on different areas of the project as needed

A commitment to self-direction, collaboration and constant improvement

Nice-to-haves:

Low-level systems experience

Platform experience (console/mobile)

Familiarity with the AI engineering problem space and github copilot

A track record in Unreal Engine 5

Game development experience (even at the hobbyist level)

A passion for Minecraft!

And here is why we think you'll love working at Sky Box Labs:

Annual bonus and up to 3% RRSP matching available

Comprehensive health benefits, along with a supportive Parental Leave policy

Flexible hybrid working arrangements: leverage our beautiful studio spaces as needed and have the ability to work from home on certain projects

Take care of your mental health with our Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks of vacation leave, and our free gym at our Burnaby Studio

We relentlessly support your growth and development! Level up your C++ skills at Sky Box University, explore other disciplines through our Guild Program, and expand your game dev knowledge with Lunch & Learns. You’ll join a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and personal growth.

Social events! Have fun with the team at trivia nights, karaoke nights, movie nights, and various group activities. Join our soccer team, game jams, or a board game sesh after work. You name it, we’ve got it!

Get involved with our diverse community through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives and promote a supportive environment

You’ll contribute to industry-leading titles!

The base salary range is $80,000 - $110,000. The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sky Box Labs reasonably expects to pay for this position. Your base salary will be determined by various factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, skills, and experience.
Our commitment to you: Sky Box Labs is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. You’ll join a collaborative, inclusive culture where we succeed together, and like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things (and games!). Only candidates who reside in Canada or are willing to relocate will be considered for this role.

Additionally, although we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Learn more about us at