Sr Software Engineer - Online Development

Description

2438: Senior Software Engineer – Online Development

WMS Industries Inc. (WMS) is a global provider of gaming products to the legalized gaming industry. WMS provides a distinct advantage over the competition we call the WMS EDGE. This advantage is shaped by our passionate approach in applying cutting-edge technology, key intellectual property, and innovation into game designs that revolutionize the casino slot floor.

The WMS EDGE is continuously supported by our commitment to view the industry through our customers' and players' perspectives, ensuring premium quality products that create an emotional connection with our brand.

At WMS you will be a part of an organization that prides itself in bringing the latest technologies to the casino industry through the creation of innovative gaming experiences. In this position you will work within our online game studio to help create an internationally targeted online solution. The Senior Software Engineer is a technology team member responsible for helping to architect and implement the online game system. This position will additionally be tasked with converting WMS' most successful land based games to the online space. This position should demonstrate a high degree of initiative and is accountable for the timely completion and thorough implementation of all tasks assigned to them.

Job Functions
• Develop designs for assigned tasks based upon architecture, specifications and requirements
• Deliver quality work with clear, well-commented code as scheduled in accordance with technical design and product requirements
• Contribute to design and development of tools, utilities and framework components
• Assist in training and mentoring of other team members
• Work with Lead Software Engineer to evaluate feature, schedule and resource trade-offs and make informed, long-term recommendations
• Contribute to improvements for software implementation plans and game development strategies

Qualifications / Required Skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years Software design and architecture experience
• 3+ years C++ work experience
• 2+ years Flash experience
• 1+ year Java Software Design experience
• 1+ years ActionScript experience
• Object Oriented Programming experience
• Experience with development tools including debuggers, bug tracking and source control systems required

Preferred experience working with:
• ActionScript 3.0 experience
• Microsoft Visual Studio experience
• Flex experience
• AJAX experience
• .NET experience
• Game development experience and/or Internet Development
• User interface implementation experience
• Familiarity with graphics engine: Open GL, Direct X or other APIs

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbent may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. WMS encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.