About this role

Nintendo is hiring a principal-level Principal Engineer in the software engineering function based in Redmond, WA. The posting calls out experience with Python, C, C#, HTML/CSS. Compensation is listed at $145,150–$261,200 per year.

Role: Principal Engineer
Function: software engineering
Level: principal
Track: Tech leadership
Employment: Full-time
Location: Redmond, WA
Department: 7870T - Development: Platform

Job description

from Nintendo careers

Nintendo Technology Development

The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Nintendo Switch™ system and the Nintendo 3DS™ family of portable systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment System™, Nintendo has sold more than 4.7 billion video games and more than 740 million hardware units globally, including Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, as well as the Game Boy™, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS™ family of systems, Super NES™, Nintendo 64™, Nintendo GameCube™, Wii™ and Wii U™ systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names, such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Zelda and Pokémon. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo Technology Development, based in Redmond, Washington, creates future hardware/software technology and researches North American-based technologies.

Nintendo is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Develop and prototype new algorithms and workflows to improve developer experience.
Research complex subjects and provide expert guidance.
May take lead role of software components from prototype to production
Review code of others work in C#, C++, or Python.
Document work according to defined processes.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS

BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field; MS preferred.
5 or more years of software development in C/C++ programming.
Significant experience with modern machine learning, frameworks, and Python.
Practical experience building end-to-end applications.
Strong data structures and algorithms knowledge.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

This position is onsite in Redmond, WA, and not open to remote status at this time.

This position includes the base pay range listed below, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Pay Range:

$145,150—$261,200 USD