Software Engineer, Multiplayer - Beat Games

Meta's Beat Games studio in Prague is seeking a Software Engineer to help evolve Beat Saber, their highly successful VR rhythm game that has sold over 4 million copies. This role focuses on multiplayer development, working with AWS-based solutions and backend systems to enhance the game's online features. Beat Games collaborates with major artists like Billie Eilish, Queen, and Lady Gaga, putting you at the intersection of gaming and music innovation.

As a Multiplayer Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for improving and extending the existing multiplayer infrastructure, designing new backend components, and optimizing systems for cross-platform performance. You'll work closely with gameplay engineers and designers to implement new features while maintaining code quality and stability.

The ideal candidate should have experience with multiplayer game development, strong programming fundamentals, and the ability to work independently. Knowledge of AWS services (especially GameLift), PHP/Hack, ReactJS, and C#/C++ is valuable. You'll be joining a growing team of VR industry leaders who are pushing the boundaries of interactive music experiences.

This position offers the flexibility of working either from the Prague office or remotely from the UK, allowing you to be part of Meta's broader mission in building the future of social technology and virtual reality. You'll contribute to a product that has already proven its market success and continues to innovate in the VR space.

If you're passionate about multiplayer game development, have a strong technical background, and want to work on a product that millions of people enjoy, this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of VR gaming at one of the world's leading technology companies.