Advanced Software Engineer, Backend

Role Summary

The Advanced Software Engineer will join Avalanche, a Warner Bros. Games studio in Salt Lake City, to architect and implement backend infrastructure for a new online multiplayer RPG. The role involves close collaboration with engineering, art, design, and central technology teams to develop secure, scalable, and highly available systems.

• Architect, develop, and implement key backend game systems, features, and services.
• Design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure backend services and infrastructure with WB Central Technology.
• Collaborate with project engineering to produce high‑quality, low‑latency code.
• Integrate internal and external shared services and libraries.
• Conduct peer code reviews and champion code quality standards.
• Work with design and gameplay teams to build supporting backend systems and tools.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide them on new features.
• Participate in all development stages from concept to live‑ops.

• 8+ years of professional software engineering, cross‑functional teams.
• Experience on a successful large‑scale multiplayer online game or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.
• Experience managing a high‑functioning team of engineers.
• Strong fundamentals in OOP, algorithms, and data structures.
• Deep understanding of server architecture, cloud computing (AWS, Gamelift, Lambda), backend services, and microservices.
• Knowledge of networking protocols and multiplayer systems (matchmaking, persistence, replication).
• Proficient in Unreal Engine network/multiplayer features (Online Subsystems, EOS, Rep Graph, subobject replication, RPCs).
• Strong problem‑solving, debugging, and troubleshooting skills.

• Passion for online multiplayer RPGs and deep experience with online games.
• Knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in online gaming.
• Experience with Dev Ops, CI/CD pipelines, and live‑game deployment strategies.
• Familiarity with anti‑cheat solutions and game security best practices.
• Understanding of performance analysis and optimizations.
• Knowledge of Unreal’s latest replication system, Iris.

Warner Bros. Discovery is committed to building a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives and experiences. The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, citizenship status, or protected veteran status.

Qualified candidates with a disability who require accommodations during the application or recruitment process should visit the accessibility page for instructions on submitting requests.

Base pay range: $ – $ per year. Additional rewards include annual bonuses, short‑and long‑term incentives, and program-specific awards. Benefits encompass health insurance, employee wellness programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.

Salt Lake City, UT