Careers - Visual C++ Programmers

Visual C++ Programmers

SN Systems has opportunities for Visual C++ programmers to join our Dublin and Bristol teams to design and develop software tools which will be used by the World's leading console games development companies. Within the teams, emphasis is placed on designing robust and maintainable applications. These applications include debugging and performance analysis tools.

You will primarily be spending your time developing new features and maintaining the current product range. In addition you will be required to:

• Provide estimates for tasks
• Develop and deliver work to schedule
• Provide input to technical writers working for product documentation
• Work with support engineers on customer issues
• Participate in code and documentation reviews

Occasionally there are opportunities to attend conferences in the US/Europe and to visit customers to demonstrate products. Some travel between SN Systems' offices is also likely.

Qualifications and experience:

• Computer Science related degree or similar
• Dublin Role: 1-5 years C++ experience in a commercial environment
  • We will consider graduates who have a genuine interest in working with our tools
• Bristol Roles: 3-10 years C++ experience in a commercial environment

Skills required:

Essential

• Practical experience of developing Microsoft Windows applications with graphical user interfaces (for example GDI)
• Strong C++ and STL development skills
• Demonstrable OO (Object Orientated) design skills
• MFC 9.0 (VS C++ 2008)

Desirable

Knowledge and experience of:

• Visual C++ frameworks including ATL/WTL
• Debugger internals
• Debugging file formats
• Developing debuggers
• MIPS, PowerPC or ARM architectures
• Multi-threaded experience
• Presentation skills
• Team leadership/mentoring experience

Package:

• Negotiable, dependent on experience
• Excellent benefits package

Location:

• Dublin
• Bristol

Start date:

• Immediate

Application Process:

Candidates should submit a CV and a covering letter indicating why they are interested in the roles, and detailing their relevant experience. Applications should be sent to hr@snsys.com.

About SN Systems

SN Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. that produces industry-standard development tools used by console game programmers worldwide.

SN Systems has built a high reputation for understanding and meeting the needs of games developers, delivering quality software such as ProDG, Tuner and SN-DBS while offering unrivalled first-class support.