Kernel Software Engineer - Anti Cheat
At EFG (ESL FACEIT Group), we don't just build games — we build worlds. Our mission goes beyond gameplay: we create immersive spaces where players, fans, and communities come together to connect, compete, and celebrate. Central to our ethos is our corporate social responsibility, encapsulated by our guiding principle: "It's not GG, until it's GG for all."
Everything we do — from global esports tournaments and community-driven leagues to next-generation platforms and live events — is rooted in our passion, craftsmanship, and culture. With millions of players and fans around the world, we aim to shape the future of esports and gaming by building ecosystems that are inclusive, innovative, and enduring.
About FACEIT
As one of the core pillars of EFG, FACEIT is the beating heart of competitive online gaming. With over 26 million registered users playing 30 million matches each month, we are the industry leader in competitive play. Our platform is where gamers of all levels come together to test their skills, climb the ranks, and forge communities.
At FACEIT, we're relentless in our pursuit of excellence. We push the limits of technology, deliver cutting-edge features, and provide an unparalleled competitive gaming experience. Our vision is simple: to empower every player to reach their full potential, while keeping competition fair, engaging, and thrilling.
About the Role
The Anti-Cheat team is a pivotal part of FACEIT. Our mission is to guarantee our community a fair and cheat-free environment where players can truly test their skills against their opponents, because if there's one thing gamers dislike, it's cheating!
Your contribution will directly protect our players' game-to-game experience. Our Anti-Cheat solution is a sophisticated client- and server-based system designed to detect recognized hacks, cheat signatures, and unauthorized third-party software that provides an unfair advantage.
The system gathers data from a collection of behavioral models to profile users suspected of cheating, and you will be responsible for developing new detection techniques on a daily basis.
Responsibilities
As a Kernel Software Engineer - Anti Cheat you will work in a small-knit team, reporting to the Senior Engineering Manager of the Community Integrity Team. You will make sure we are always on top of the latest cheating ploys, and find the best ways to prevent them from happening. You will work closely with various teams across FACEIT to make sure we are implementing the right measures that support a fair play environment for our players.
Requirements
- Strong hands-on experience with C/C++ and Assembly language;
- Proven skills in reverse engineering methodologies and tools;
- Direct experience with Windows kernel driver development;
- Previous professional or research experience working as a C++ Developer, Engineer, or Researcher;
- Prior experience working on anti-cheat, anti-virus, anti-malware, or competitive cheat/hack development projects;
- Knowledge of Unreal (UE4), Unity, Source, or other proprietary game engines is highly preferable;
- Exceptional attention to detail with a strong ability to analyze and comprehend technical direction;
- Strong communication skills, focusing on verbalizing conceptual thoughts and willingly accepting constructive critique;
- Experience in backend development using Java or Golang (Go). You should be comfortable navigating or contributing to the server-side infrastructure that ingests driver telemetry and behavioral data.
Bonus skills
- Passionate about learning new, cutting-edge technologies and finding applicable business cases as needed;
- A passion for video games and esports is a plus.