Senior Software Engineer, Minecraft

At Mojang Studios, the creators of Minecraft, we are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Trust and Safety team within the Franchise Technologies and Services organization. This role focuses on ensuring players have a world-class experience across all games and experiences, with emphasis on safety and product security.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting and owning Minecraft game code, delivering maintainable, well-tested, and performant solutions that delight our players. You'll work closely with Product Management and Design teams to implement safety features and systems.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of C++ development experience, preferably cross-platform, with strong debugging skills and understanding of modern game engine architecture. You'll lead design implementations, conduct code reviews, and mentor team members while collaborating across disciplines.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing extensible, maintainable systems resulting in high-quality code
• Leading design implementation and code reviews
• Mentoring team members and fostering collaboration
• Identifying technical risks and preventing bugs
• Building solutions based on customer needs

The position offers competitive compensation ($119,800 - $234,700 base salary, higher in SF/NYC), comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on one of the world's most popular games. You'll join a diverse, creative team united in building better worlds through play.

This hybrid role allows up to 50% work from home with 0-25% travel required. Join us in shaping the future of Minecraft while working in an inclusive environment that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.