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Software Engineer II (NST)
Nintendo · Redmond, WA
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What Nintendo asks for
From Nintendo's Software Engineer II (NST) ad, checked 2 Nov 2026.
Gameplay systems and features
At least 3 years of experience in software engineering, specifically building gameplay systems, features, or core technology for games that have been released.
C++ or C# in modern game engines
Designing and building technical solutions within a modern game engine using languages such as C++ or C#.
Maintainable code and feature ownership
Writing portable, clean code while taking responsibility for features from the initial build through to final delivery, including debugging and optimization.
Game production pipelines
A solid grasp of how interactive entertainment is made, following a feature through the entire production pipeline from implementation to release.
The ad asks for 3 or more years of software engineering experience and a degree in Computer Science or a related field. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Hybrid in Redmond, WA.
How the example answers the ad
Three of the four requirements above, each matched to a line in the example.
Maintainable code and feature ownership
“Led the technical development of a real-time character progression system for a AAA title, resulting in a 20% reduction in menu loading times across hardware targets.”
Leading the technical development and delivering a 20% reduction in loading times across hardware targets shows feature ownership and optimization skills.
C++ or C# in modern game engines
“Optimized C++ memory management routines to resolve performance bottlenecks, achieving an 8ms frame time reduction during high-density combat scenarios.”
Using C++ to optimize memory management and reduce frame times by 8ms shows designing and building technical solutions within a game engine.
Gameplay systems and features
“Developed core character movement controllers that served as the foundation for the game traversal system, shipping successfully on current-gen consoles.”
Building core movement controllers for a shipped console game traversal system shows experience building gameplay systems for released titles.
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Sana Qureshi · Senior Gameplay Engineer
Summary
Software Engineer with 6 years of experience in game development and console software. Develop complex gameplay systems and core features using C++ for large-scale interactive titles. Own the technical lifecycle of character progression mechanics from prototyping through final console deployment. Optimize game performance to maintain stable frame rates on target hardware in fast-paced production pipelines.
Experience
Senior Gameplay Engineer · Sony Interactive Entertainment
San Mateo, CA · 2024 - Present
- Led the technical development of a real-time character progression system for a AAA title, resulting in a 20% reduction in menu loading times across hardware targets.
- Implemented complex quest logic within a proprietary engine, shipping five major feature sets on time while collaborating with cross-functional design teams.
- Optimized C++ memory management routines to resolve performance bottlenecks, achieving an 8ms frame time reduction during high-density combat scenarios.
Software Engineer · Electronic Arts
Redwood City, CA · 2022 - 2023
- Designed and deployed a dynamic NPC interaction engine using C++, supporting over 50 unique scripted behaviors across multiple game environments.
- Collaborated with artists to implement custom shaders and animation blending tools, directly increasing character visual fidelity for high-resolution console outputs.
Junior Gameplay Engineer · Ubisoft
San Francisco, CA · 2020 - 2021
- Developed core character movement controllers that served as the foundation for the game traversal system, shipping successfully on current-gen consoles.
- Implemented a robust data-driven quest framework, enabling designers to iterate on missions 25% faster without requiring engine-level re-compilation.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · University of Washington
Seattle, WA · 2016 - 2020
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a 3.8 GPA
- Awarded Departmental Honors in Computing Systems
Skills
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Is this role remote?
No. The role follows a hybrid schedule in Redmond, WA, requiring you to work onsite regularly. The company is not offering fully remote work for this position.
Are visas sponsored for this role?
No. You must already be authorized to work in the United States. The company does not provide visa sponsorship for this specific opening.
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