Second Dinner

Senior Platform Engineer I - SDK & Game Integration

United States

$150,000 – $195,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Game DevelopmentIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: $150K - $195K

Second Dinner is an award-winning independent game development studio known for creating the most fun games in the world, exemplified by our hit game MARVEL SNAP. We are a remote-first studio based in Irvine, California, with a team spread across the United States. We value diversity and a wide range of perspectives to create exceptional games. This role focuses on bridging platform services and game implementations, ensuring seamless integration and optimal player experiences.

Requirements

  • Experience working with game engines such as Unity, Unreal, or Godot
  • Deep expertise with .NET/C# or C++
  • Experience building and integrating with platform services

Responsibilities

  • Partner with game teams to design and implement clean, efficient integrations between platform services and game clients and servers.
  • Develop elegant and developer-friendly SDKs and tooling.
  • Collaborate with game teams to understand their needs and ensure platform services meet their requirements.
  • Create integration patterns that optimize for performance, reliability, and developer experience.
  • Document integration approaches and provide support to game development teams.
  • Test and validate platform service implementations within game environments.
  • Work with platform teams to improve APIs and services based on game integration feedback.
  • Ensure consistent functionality across different game engines and platforms.

Application Instructions

  • If you are a dedicated platform engineer passionate about game development, thrive on integrating complex systems, and collaborating with talented cross-functional teams to deliver world-class player experiences, then APPLY!!!

Company Information

  • Who We Are: Second Dinner is an award-winning independent game development studio creating the most fun games in the world, including MARVEL SNAP.
  • Our Platform Services Team: Builds and maintains infrastructure to enable game teams to focus on crafting engaging player experiences.
  • Headquarters: Irvine, California (Remote-First)

Skills

Unity
Unreal
Godot
.NET
C#
C++
Platform services
SDK development
Game engine integration
API design
Performance optimization
Testing and validation
Documentation

Second Dinner

Develops engaging mobile games and experiences

About Second Dinner

Second Dinner develops engaging mobile games aimed at providing immersive experiences for players. Their games generate revenue through in-app purchases, advertisements, and premium sales. The studio is distinguished by its small, agile team that allows for quick development cycles and adaptability to market trends. They prioritize diversity in their hiring process, believing that varied perspectives enhance game development. With financial stability, Second Dinner focuses on creating high-quality games without the pressure of seeking additional funding, fostering a collaborative environment where team members feel a sense of ownership.

Tustin, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$126.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
GamingIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
16 weeks paid parental leave
Home Office Stipend
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Mental Health Support

Risks

Dependence on Marvel Snap's success could limit diversification.
Potential over-reliance on the Godot engine may hinder flexibility.
High competition for top talent poses recruitment challenges.

Differentiation

Second Dinner specializes in creating deep, engaging mobile games with immersive experiences.
The company emphasizes diversity, leading to innovative and varied game development.
Second Dinner's agile team allows for rapid development and market adaptability.

Upsides

Second Dinner secured $100M in Series B funding, ensuring financial stability.
The partnership with W4 Games enhances Second Dinner's capabilities with the Godot engine.
Increased interest in cross-platform play boosts user engagement and retention.

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