Principal Software Engineer, Core Engine

Location: Muse

The opportunity

Unity Engine is used by millions of creators around the world to build powerful and engaging real-time experiences. Underlying these experiences is game code written in C# and targeting .NET.  We need people excited by the opportunity to integrate the cutting-edge .NET runtime and tooling into Unity, as well as help build the compiler technologies to generate highly efficient native code.

We’re looking for an experienced software engineer to guide, and be responsible for, delivery of some of the most mission-critical parts of Unity Engine.  You’ll work with software experts across the company to give our developers the tools they need to make performant, robust games:

Improving the quality of the C#/.NET integration, including GC, JIT, AOT,  and runtime libraries

Crafting, prototyping and implementing key technical solutions

Researching and spearheading methods to improve performance and reliability

Advocating standard methodologies for internal developers and our users

Please note that we are currently prioritizing candidates in Eastern Time Zone.

What you'll be doing

Ensure the timely delivery and fitness of our C#/.NET integration, including JIT and AOT tool chains

Drive general game engine technical leadership across Unity and help craft a long-term vision and technical roadmap for the team Design, track, and communicate important metrics to guide resourcing decisions

Communicate the team’s plans internally and externally to technical and non-technical audiences

Provide feedback and solutions to users through documentation, forums, bug reports, and internal support channels

Guide the development and effectiveness of team members

Advocate best practices for internal developers and Unity users

What we're looking forDeep expertise in C# and C++Compiler domain expertise, with strong knowledge of compiler toolchain technology

Strong understanding of hardware architecture

Game engine development experience, particularly on proprietary engines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships with global stakeholders

You might also have Experience developing cross-platform code, particularly between ARM and x64

Experience working with remote/international teams

Prior use of Unity Base Salary Range:
We determine the base salary range for this role based on your primary work location:

Zone A: $179,500 - $269,300 USD gross

Zone B: $202,800 - $304,200 USD gross

Zone C: $227,900 - $341,900 USD gross

This range reflects the anticipated base salary for this position. Beyond base salary, this role may be eligible for equity awards and participation in our company incentive plans (such as annual discretionary bonuses or sales commissions). The final offer amount will depend on several factors, including geographic location and the candidate’s relevant experience, professional background, and skill set.

Benefits At Unity, we want our team members to thrive. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support well-being and work-life balance.

Please note:

Benefits eligibility, specific offerings, and coverage vary based on the country and employment status.

While specific benefits vary, here are some of the ways we strive to take care of our eligible team members globally:
Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance | Commute subsidy | Employee stock ownership | Competitive retirement/pension plans | Generous vacation and personal days | Support for new parents through leave and family-care programs | Office food snacks | Mental Health and Wellbeing programs and support | Employee Resource Groups | Global Employee Assistance Program | Training and development programs | Volunteering and donation matching program

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