Senior Software Engineer (C#)

**About Rockstar Games:** Rockstar Games creates world-class entertainment experiences through innovative and ambitious projects in the gaming industry. Join our inclusive team to work on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative endeavors in entertainment, collaborating with talented professionals to build immersive and cutting-edge games. Our studio in New York City offers a dynamic environment for developers passionate about tackling complex problems at scale.

**Responsibilities:** 
- Develop highly scalable server-side features using C#, ASP.NET, and SQL Server
- Build back-end services and APIs with a focus on Test Driven Development (TDD)
- Work in an AWS cloud-based, event-driven microservice architecture
- Optimize web performance and ensure high availability
- Collaborate with technology teams across Rockstar's worldwide studios

**Requirements:**
- Minimum 6+ years of experience in scalable distributed systems
- Expertise in C# and/or C++ with strong object-oriented design skills
- Experience with API design, web service scalability, and security practices
- Database development experience with MSSQL
- Proficiency with source control (preferably Perforce)
- Background in online gaming systems, networking, or relevant APIs

**What We Offer:**
- Competitive salary range: $121,400 - $161,800
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and more
- Opportunity to work on iconic game franchises like GTA and Red Dead
- Collaborative environment with talented engineers and artists
- Potential for equity participation and bonus opportunities

This role requires a deep understanding of distributed systems, networking fundamentals, and a passion for building reliable, high-performance services that millions of players interact with daily. If you thrive in a challenging environment and want to make a significant impact on some of the most successful games in the world, we want to hear from you.