Principal Software Engineer
- Hiring from
- United States
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
You will be joining the Technology Group that is responsible for a cutting-edge technology for our gaming platforms, Game Development Kits and Tools that are used in Casinos around the world.
The team is responsible for devising innovative solutions to support the imaginations of the greatest game creators in the industry. As a Principal Software Engineer, you will craft complex componentized systems that help game developers quickly prototype their games. You will also support iterative development and ensure the GDK stays in sync with all jurisdiction requirements.
Job Requirements
- Extensive knowledge of Unity
- Build scalable, clean, and modular client-side architectures applying patterns like Dependency Injection (DI), State Machines, and Event Systems
- Architect workflows for dynamic data delivery using Unity Addressees and Asset Bundles to improve runtime loading efficiencies.
- Deep, exhaustive knowledge of the Unity Engine & Editor scripting APIs, memory management, and rendering pipelines.
- Lead all aspects of automation integrations including Editor tooling, automated testing pipelines, and CI/CD development build processes.
- Expert Knowledge of scripting, animation, session management, and textures.
- Experience with memory and space optimization.
- C++ experience.
- Good written and verbal communication
- Deep sense of owning your work and prioritizing business and team goals ahead of your self interest
- Help team to unblock from any critical problem
- Provide coaching, training and mentor game developers.
- Work closely with managers locally and globally in planning and execution by presenting complexity and time estimates.
- Peer code review.
Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or a related field.
- 10+ years proven experience in C#
- 10+ years of experience in Unity
- Deep, extensive knowledge of the Unity Engine & Editor scripting APIs, memory management, and rendering pipelines.
- 5+ years C++
- Experience working with modern software development processes.
- Ability to write clear, maintainable and portable code.
This job description may have been reviewed and enhanced using AI-assisted tools to improve clarity, consistency, and inclusivity. All final content, role requirements and hiring decisions remain subject to human review and approval by Aristocrat.
Compensation Philosophy
We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package designed to stay competitive in the market, support your wellbeing, and recognise your contribution to our success. Our approach is underpinned by a pay-for-performance belief in rewarding individual impact. Your specific compensation package will be determined by factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
Depending on your role and location, you may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives, health and wellbeing benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and other local or statutory benefits.
Specific details about compensation and benefits for this position will be discussed during the recruitment process.
About Aristocrat
Aristocrat Leisure Limited (Aristocrat) is a global entertainment and content creation company powered by technology to deliver world-leading casino and mobile games. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Aristocrat (ASX code: ALL) is headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with over 7300 employees working in more than 20 locations across the globe. Aristocrat offers a diverse range of products and services including electronic gaming machines, casino management systems, mobile games and online real money games, including iLottery.
Aristocrat has seven corporate functions and three reporting segments that span regulated land-based gaming (Aristocrat Gaming), social casino (Product Madness) and regulated online real money gaming (Aristocrat Interactive). Our game and product portfolios collectively entertain millions of players worldwide every day.
Across our global enterprise, Aristocrat aims to create long-term sustainable value for all stakeholders by upholding our core values and producing the world’s best gaming content. Our people-first mindset prioritises the safety and wellbeing of our people. We have ambitions to be an industry leader in responsible gameplay and we invest in employees’ development and offer career pathways, so they have what they need to do their best work at Aristocrat.
Our values of Talent Unleashed, All About the Player, Collective Brilliance and Good Business, Good Citizen guide and inspire us every day. We are excited about the future of Aristocrat and united by our mission and we invite everyone to join us as we bring joy to life through the power of play!
Employment Equality Statement
Aristocrat Leisure Limited or its affiliates worldwide provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any protected characteristic, such as race, color, sex, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by local, state/provincial or federal law.
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Empowering a Sustainable Future
At Aristocrat, sustainability is embedded in our strategy, operations and the values and culture of our teams across the globe.
Our Sustainability report provides information on the progress we’ve made each year, across our four strategic sustainability pillars – Good Governance & Responsible Business, Empowering Safer Play (formerly responsible gameplay), Operational Sustainability & Climate, and People & Community.
You can read more about our progress here: https://www.aristocrat.com/sustainability/