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SCCM / Intune Engineer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

This is an on-site, contract role. This employer is a leader in the Gaming and Hospitality industry ... an Endpoint Engineer. * Experience with Linux environments and patching tools (e.g., Red Hat ...

Beamable: The infrastructure powering the next generation of live games, giving developers ... scalable commercial engine. The addressable market across performance marketing, gaming ...

Software Engineer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Gaming industry experience is preferred but not required**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities ... by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure L&W complies with its regulatory and ...

Beamable is the backend and LiveOps infrastructure for game developers, acquired in 2026. One ... scalable commercial engine. The addressable market across performance marketing, gaming ...

Beamable: The infrastructure powering the next generation of live games, giving developers ... scalable commercial engine. The addressable market across performance marketing, gaming ...

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What is the difference between Contract Game Engine Programmer vs Contract Software Developer?

AspectContract Game Engine ProgrammerContract Software Developer
Required CredentialsRelevant programming skills, experience with game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal), often a degree in computer science or related fieldGeneral programming skills, degree in computer science or related field, experience with various software applications
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in game development studios, collaborative with artists and designersVaries across industries; tech companies, startups, or enterprise software teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed mainly in gaming industry for developing game engines or toolsUsed across multiple industries including tech, finance, healthcare, for software solutions

Contract Game Engine Programmers focus on developing and optimizing game engines and tools within the gaming industry, requiring specialized knowledge of game-specific programming. Contract Software Developers have broader roles across various industries, working on diverse software applications. While both roles require strong programming skills and relevant credentials, their work environments and industry applications differ significantly.

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Associate Software Engineer

Light and Wonder, Inc.

Reno, NV • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New


Light & Wonder rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 15 rated gambling companies


Job description

Gaming:
Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it's all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated C/C++/C# Software Engineer to join our dynamic development team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex software systems, with a focus on building high-quality, scalable applications using various software programming languages. As a key member of the team, you will collaborate with engineers, product managers, and cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions to solve complex business challenges.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Write, test, and maintain high-quality software applications using C, C++, or C#. Work on system-level programming, application development, and automation
  • Implement software features and modules as part of a larger application, ensuring they meet functional and technical requirements
  • Ensure that code is well-organized, modular, and follows the industry's best practices for readability and maintainability
  • Participate in code reviews, both as a reviewer and reviewee, to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
  • Identify and address performance bottlenecks, optimize code for better resource utilization, and ensure optimal performance across platforms
  • Use debugging tools (debugger) to troubleshoot and fix issues in both development and production environments
  • Identify and resolve software bugs and technical challenges efficiently, maintaining software stability
  • Work closely with other engineers, designers, and product managers to understand requirements, design solutions, and deliver successful software products
  • Stakeholder Communication: Communicate with stakeholders to clarify requirements, provide status updates, and deliver features on time
  • Develop and execute tests to verify the functionality and correctness of the software
  • Contribute to the creation of automated test scripts for software validation and continuous integration
  • Maintain thorough documentation for software features, APIs, algorithms, and technical details for future reference and team collaboration
  • Contribute to the internal knowledge base and user manuals as needed
  • Stay updated on industry trends, new programming techniques, and evolving technologies to improve your technical skills

Qualifications
  • Basic understanding of C, C++, and C# programming languages along with knowledge of object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts such as inheritance, polymorphism, and encapsulation
  • Familiarity with basic data structures and algorithms, and the ability to implement them in C/C++ or C#
  • Exposure to Linux operating systems internals
  • Exposure to scripting languages like python, bash etc. is a plus
  • Familiarity with Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio, VS Code, Eclipse, CLion, or other C/C++ IDEs
  • Basic Knowledge of Software Development along with tools like Jira, Perforce, Git, Swarm etc
  • Familiarity with debugging tools for C/C++ and C#, such as GDB, Visual Studio Debugger, or WinDbg
  • Knowledge of unit testing frameworks like Google Test (for C++), NUnit, or xUnit (for C#)
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to debug and troubleshoot complex issues
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
  • A willingness to learn new languages, frameworks, or tools as needed

Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with frontend technologies like React or Angular for full-stack development
  • Experience with unit testing frameworks like xUnit, NUnit, or MSTest
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems like Git
  • Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
  • Proficiency in developing RESTful APIs and services

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree is required in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Light & Wonder and its affiliates (collectively, L&W) are engaged in highly regulated gaming businesses. As a result, certain L&W employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure L&W complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, L&W requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles. As a prerequisite to employment with L&W (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to L&W conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.
L&W is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here: EEOC Poster.
Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.

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