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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Expert Engineer, Security - Central Technology - **Company:** Activision Publishing, Inc. - **Location:** Santa Monica, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $124,000.0 - $229,400.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, DevOps, Video Game Development, Game Engine, GNU Linker, Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, Toolchain, Codebase, Reverse Engineering Software, Code Restructuring - **Published:** July 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/73750805-expert-engineer-security-central-technology ## About the Role * 8+ years of relevant professional software development experience * Proven experience working on large-scale complex systems * Deep familiarity with C++ codebases and refactoring * Experience working in an engineering organization with a focus on CI/CD, scalability, and automation * Expertise in debugging, optimization and performance tuning Knowledge & Skills * Advanced knowledge of algorithms and data structures Key Attributes * Strong passion for delivering high-quality products * Curiosity and drive to understand how systems work under the hood, break them down, analyze their behavior, and improve them * Passion for low-level systems work, including comfort reading and debugging compiled code at the assembly level * Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, * Experience working on the internals of a multi-player game engine * Experience in reverse engineering software analysis * DevOps experience Knowledge & Skills * Background in Mathematics and/or cryptography * Deep understanding of C++ compilation, linking, and toolchains, including diagnosing compiler and linker failures and optimizing build performance * Deep understanding or hands-on experience in the anti-cheat domain ## Description Call of Duty is one of the most iconic and successful video game franchises in the world, delivering unforgettable experiences to millions of players. At the heart of that experience is fair play-and that's where the Ricochet team comes in. We're on a mission to detect and eliminate cheaters swiftly, ensuring every player enjoys a level playing field. As an Expert Engineer on the Ricochet team, you'll be a key driver in designing and building cutting-edge systems that safeguard our game clients. Your work will directly protect the integrity of one of the most beloved franchises in gaming. What you bring to the table The Game Security team's priorities can change quickly based on the threat landscape. The following areas of ownership will act as a baseline.Therefore, this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities: * Innovate and Evolve: Design and implement advanced anti-cheat technologies to stay ahead of emerging threats. * Strengthen Core Systems: Analyze, update, and enhance existing protection frameworks to maintain top-tier security. * Detect and Defend: Investigate, develop, and deploy cheat detection mechanisms that keep gameplay fair and fun. * Collaborate Across Studios: Work closely with engineers across multiple teams to ensure seamless integration and performance. Why This Role Matters: Your contributions will help millions of players experience Call of Duty as it's meant to be played-competitive, fair, and thrilling. 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