Tencent Boston is a premier game development studio led by industry veterans that are driving the creation of world class online games for a global audience. We are a division of Tencent Inc., one of the largest internet companies in China. For more than 400 million people Tencent is the internet encompassing portal, shopping, community and entertainment services. We are right in the middle of one of the most dynamic and fast growing game markets in the world and we are looking for outstanding individuals with passion, talent and a team focused mindset.
We are located in the Boston area and offer competitive salaries, superb benefits and profit sharing. If you’re an inspired, driven individual who is ready to take game development to the next level, then Tencent Boston is your new home.
Tencent Boston is located in Concord, Massachusetts which is 20 miles northwest of Boston. The Boston area is one of the most desirable places to live, with easy access to a great downtown, universities, beaches, mountains, skiing, and most other quality-of-life features. For more information on the Boston area, check out the following sites:
We are located in the Concord Meadows office park which is a unique property situated on a picturesque 78-acre campus setting. The building has exceptional amenities, such as a full-service cafeteria, fully equipped fitness center, and a common conference facility. The park-like environment, upgrades, location and amenities make this a one-of-a-kind location near the heart of Boston.
Financial Benefits
We offer competitive salaries and a full range of benefits including:
12 holiday, 3 weeks vacation/sick
Health plan with coverage for dependents, dental, and vision
401K plan
Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
Profit Sharing
We Support Our Team Incentive to Play We have game night every Thursday starting at 5:30pm and continuing until you drop dead tired or need to be back at work on Friday. Additionally every member of our team receives a free game of their choice every three months and $150 dollars per year towards console purchases.
Relaxation Therapy Tencent Boston also includes an ever-growing on-site library of PC and console games that everyone is free to enjoy.
Snack It Up We play hard but we also work hard, so to fuel your brain Tencent Boston provides a 24 hour kitchen stocked with free snacks and caffeinated beverages, plus regular company sponsored lunches and dinners. Do you take your Red Bull diet or regular?
Survival Program To combat the negative affects of over-snacking, Tencent Boston also pays for 50% of your membership to the on-site Gold’s Gym, or any gym of your choice, and our health insurance will reimburse you $150 annually on top of that!
Company Special-Ops We frequently head out in elite strike teams or in force as a company to perform reconnaissance on the latest blockbuster movies or infiltrate the infamous ‘Blue Coyote Lounge’ across the street for a few cold ones (you’ll never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy).
To Apply For A Position Interested parties should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to jobs@tencentboston.com. Please note the following:
You must have specific dates (to the month) for employment and education on your resume
Please note in the subject line the specific position for which you are applying
Please submit electronic materials in MS Word or PDF
We will keep your submission in the strictest confidence
We accept portfolios and demo reels in the following formats: DVD, paper, and a link to a web site.
Please be sure to note your contribution for each piece submitted. In general, we only want to see your best work.
We cannot return any portfolios or any submitted materials, so do not send originals, only send copies.
We prefer electronic submissions, but you can also submit your application via mail to:
Tencent Boston C/O Human Resources 310 Baker Avenue Suite 105 Concord, MA 01742
The successful candidate will be responsible for the architecture and implementation of key backend server technologies. Because the backend server technology is a crucial part of a successful MMO, we are looking for a candidate with a strong knowledge of MMO server architectures and a practical understanding of successful development techniques. The candidate will play an important role in helping us develop and implement the server technologies that will be used in our current and future games.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Work closely with the Technical Director and development group in China to develop a server system architecture for the game
Work closely with development groups in China to understand and leverage existing clustering, communications and database APIs
Build and maintain parts of the programming schedule as well as other technical design documents
Implement key server systems
Develop tools as necessary to support data gathering and server operations
Work with gameplay programmers to architect gameplay server side game systems
Mentor less experienced engineers
Help to develop and maintain a healthy and positive company culture in a new startup
EXPERIENCE
5+ years experience in software development
3+ years experience in game software development
MMO server side development experience
Significant Linux or Unix development experience
A Bachelors degree or equivalent relevant work experience
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Shipped MMO title or significant MMO development experience
Network software development experience
Database development experience
Fluency in Mandarin
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Understanding of distributed systems architecture and development
Deep understanding of code development and optimization in a Linux environment
Ability to understand and leverage complex third party software
Ability to plan, document and maintain a reliable programming schedule
Excellent C/C++ skills
Individual must be self motivated with a strong work ethic
SUBMISSIONS
Resumes may be submitted to: jobs@tencentboston.com or sent to Tencent Boston, 2 Clock Tower Place Suite 630, Maynard, MA 01754.
