Game developer job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example game developer requirements on a job description
Game developer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in game developer job postings.
Sample game developer requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
- Experience with game development software.
- Proficient in C++, C#, Java, and other scripting languages.
- Knowledge of game development pipelines.
- Knowledge of game engine architecture.
Sample required game developer soft skills
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
- Ability to take initiative and solve complex problems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Game developer job description example 1
Voodoo game developer job description
Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps. With 6 billion downloads and over 300 million monthly active users, Voodoo is the #2 mobile publisher worldwide in terms of downloads after Google.
The company is one of the most impressive examples of hypergrowth in the ecosystem, having raised over $1B and backed by Goldman Sachs, Tencent, and GBL. Deciding to expand its portfolio of products further, Voodoo has more recently announced that it will invest $200M in blockchain gaming studios, to lead the transformation of mobile gaming.
Voodoo is now a team of over 700 employees worldwide, we're looking for talented individuals from across the globe to come and entertain the world with us.
This is a fully remote position, but the studio is in the UK and our business hours are based on the UK timezone. As such, we are looking for someone that has no more than +2/-2 hours difference in timezone.
Applicants from other countries who are willing to work to set hours may also be considered.
Team
This is your chance to join a new venture, backed by Voodoo and operated by a tight-knit team of mobile game development veterans. It's an opportunity to learn from the best and make games that can be enjoyed by millions of people.
We believe deeply in remote working and feel that the best games are made when the team is able to work flexibly and without unnecessary meetings or tiresome commutes. We're light on meetings and feel that the best work happens when you're given the space to work undisturbed.
As part of a small team, you'll have opportunities every day to participate in ideation, take the initiative on new gameplay features, and voice your unfiltered opinions. You will be heard.
If you want to do good work and are hungry for success, we'll welcome you with open arms. Let's go!
RoleCreate hyper-casual games as part of a small, focused team Develop new gameplay mechanics and build levels with genuine autonomy. Forget about lengthy documents or endless review meetings Implement technology to help us monetize and scale our games Deploy the game on iOS and Android platforms Debug and resolve issues Play and deconstruct other games to increase your knowledge and bring fresh ideas to the team
ProfileA proven experience with the Unity game engine with proficiency in C#You love to make games and work with other game-makers Someone who can work at a fast pace and is able to prioritize “done” over “perfect”You are eager to learn new skills and enjoy solving problems Previous experience in game development (as part of a game development team or otherwise) A genuine interest in mobile games, especially hyper-casual and casual titles An ability to work autonomously, can be trusted to deliver against timelines Can speak and write English to a good standard
Benefits: competitive package
The company is one of the most impressive examples of hypergrowth in the ecosystem, having raised over $1B and backed by Goldman Sachs, Tencent, and GBL. Deciding to expand its portfolio of products further, Voodoo has more recently announced that it will invest $200M in blockchain gaming studios, to lead the transformation of mobile gaming.
Voodoo is now a team of over 700 employees worldwide, we're looking for talented individuals from across the globe to come and entertain the world with us.
This is a fully remote position, but the studio is in the UK and our business hours are based on the UK timezone. As such, we are looking for someone that has no more than +2/-2 hours difference in timezone.
Applicants from other countries who are willing to work to set hours may also be considered.
Team
This is your chance to join a new venture, backed by Voodoo and operated by a tight-knit team of mobile game development veterans. It's an opportunity to learn from the best and make games that can be enjoyed by millions of people.
We believe deeply in remote working and feel that the best games are made when the team is able to work flexibly and without unnecessary meetings or tiresome commutes. We're light on meetings and feel that the best work happens when you're given the space to work undisturbed.
As part of a small team, you'll have opportunities every day to participate in ideation, take the initiative on new gameplay features, and voice your unfiltered opinions. You will be heard.
If you want to do good work and are hungry for success, we'll welcome you with open arms. Let's go!
RoleCreate hyper-casual games as part of a small, focused team Develop new gameplay mechanics and build levels with genuine autonomy. Forget about lengthy documents or endless review meetings Implement technology to help us monetize and scale our games Deploy the game on iOS and Android platforms Debug and resolve issues Play and deconstruct other games to increase your knowledge and bring fresh ideas to the team
ProfileA proven experience with the Unity game engine with proficiency in C#You love to make games and work with other game-makers Someone who can work at a fast pace and is able to prioritize “done” over “perfect”You are eager to learn new skills and enjoy solving problems Previous experience in game development (as part of a game development team or otherwise) A genuine interest in mobile games, especially hyper-casual and casual titles An ability to work autonomously, can be trusted to deliver against timelines Can speak and write English to a good standard
Benefits: competitive package
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Game developer job description example 2
Everi Holdings game developer job description
Job DescriptionDescription Are you looking to be a part of a software development team at the forefront of their company's hottest products and services? Everi is currently looking for an experienced Mobile Client Developer for their Games division to help bring our expansive game catalog to Mobile applications.
Key Responsibilities
Design, modify and implement client-side mobile features for continually new games Use best practices learned from experience to create maintainable and extendable code Responsible for creating unit tests and documenting technical specifications. Responsible for documenting and implementing fixes for software defects Recommend alterations to designs and processes to improve the quality of products and procedures
Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise
5+ years of game programming experience in JavaScript, Typescript, C/C++ or C#, and Unity or Cocos. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience in a related field required Slots or games experience will bring your resume to the top of the pile Mobile and Web development experience highly preferred Managerial or lead experience desired but not required Knowledge of Agile methodology (daily standups, weekly demos, 2-week sprints). In-depth knowledge and practical application of object-oriented modeling, design, and development Knowledge of source/revision control systems (examples are Perforce and GIT)
Job Benefits
Everi's benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, adoption assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more! Discretionary Time Off (DTO) - The perfect way to prevent burnout and improve productivity. Voted not only as a Top Workplace in 2021 for both Las Vegas and Austin but nationally recognized in 2022 as a Top Workplace in the entire USA - you'll see why!
Everi Corporate HQ
is committed to expanding its innovative and creative reach, building a culture based on the tenets of respect and transparency. We are proud to be the gaming industry’s single-source provider of financial technology, loyalty solutions, games, and intelligence solutions. Let’s Go!
Everi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants and employees will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic or class protected by federal, state, or local law.
** For All External Staffing Agencies **
Everi does not accept agency submittals. Please do not forward resumes to our Executive team, Management team, or any current Everi employee for review without proper approval. Everi is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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#LI-Remote #usremote
Key Responsibilities
Design, modify and implement client-side mobile features for continually new games Use best practices learned from experience to create maintainable and extendable code Responsible for creating unit tests and documenting technical specifications. Responsible for documenting and implementing fixes for software defects Recommend alterations to designs and processes to improve the quality of products and procedures
Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise
5+ years of game programming experience in JavaScript, Typescript, C/C++ or C#, and Unity or Cocos. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience in a related field required Slots or games experience will bring your resume to the top of the pile Mobile and Web development experience highly preferred Managerial or lead experience desired but not required Knowledge of Agile methodology (daily standups, weekly demos, 2-week sprints). In-depth knowledge and practical application of object-oriented modeling, design, and development Knowledge of source/revision control systems (examples are Perforce and GIT)
Job Benefits
Everi's benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, adoption assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more! Discretionary Time Off (DTO) - The perfect way to prevent burnout and improve productivity. Voted not only as a Top Workplace in 2021 for both Las Vegas and Austin but nationally recognized in 2022 as a Top Workplace in the entire USA - you'll see why!
Everi Corporate HQ
is committed to expanding its innovative and creative reach, building a culture based on the tenets of respect and transparency. We are proud to be the gaming industry’s single-source provider of financial technology, loyalty solutions, games, and intelligence solutions. Let’s Go!
Everi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants and employees will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic or class protected by federal, state, or local law.
** For All External Staffing Agencies **
Everi does not accept agency submittals. Please do not forward resumes to our Executive team, Management team, or any current Everi employee for review without proper approval. Everi is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
#LI-DE1
#LI-Remote #usremote
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Game developer job description example 3
Arrow International Inc game developer job description
Arrow International, Inc. is seeking to add an experienced Game Developer within our Electronic Gaming Development team based in Greenville, NC. This position is integral to the development of and successful launch of new and exciting electronic gaming products, as part of our newly formed Electronic Gaming Division.
Arrow International is the world's largest manufacturer and supplier of charitable gaming products and solutions. We produce and distribute a wide array of products include consumables (pull tab tickets, bingo paper and ink, etc.) as well as world class, state-of-the-art, electronic gaming products. Our products are sold, installed, and operated in numerous social and gaming venues around the world. We continue to grow at a record pace and offer this exciting career opportunity to join our team where we are focused on attracting and engaging exceptional talent, empowering colleagues to achieve fulfilling careers, and creating fun and engaging products that are second to none for our customers
As a Game Developer you will work with Unity and C# to develop cutting edge 3D Games. Primary responsibilities will be to create a game by combining ideas, concepts, art, and assets with existing and new code into a functional and engaging game.
Requirements:
Degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field AND a minimum of 2 years experience.
Excellent understanding of computer science fundamentals (OOP, data structures, algorithms)
Practical experience in Unity and C# (or a similar language)
General understanding of common development practices (version control, agile development)
Ability to quickly understand, debug, and modify existing code
Strong analytical technical problem-solving skills
Applicants must be able to work at our studio in Greenville, N.C.
Hardware Integration such as Bill Acceptors and Printers preferred
Experience in Casino or Slot Related Industries highly preferred
Arrow International, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Arrow International, Inc. and all of its subsidiary companies and affiliates to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Arrow International prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.
Qualified MILITARY VETERANS are welcome and strongly encouraged to apply.
Arrow International is the world's largest manufacturer and supplier of charitable gaming products and solutions. We produce and distribute a wide array of products include consumables (pull tab tickets, bingo paper and ink, etc.) as well as world class, state-of-the-art, electronic gaming products. Our products are sold, installed, and operated in numerous social and gaming venues around the world. We continue to grow at a record pace and offer this exciting career opportunity to join our team where we are focused on attracting and engaging exceptional talent, empowering colleagues to achieve fulfilling careers, and creating fun and engaging products that are second to none for our customers
As a Game Developer you will work with Unity and C# to develop cutting edge 3D Games. Primary responsibilities will be to create a game by combining ideas, concepts, art, and assets with existing and new code into a functional and engaging game.
Requirements:
Degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field AND a minimum of 2 years experience.
Excellent understanding of computer science fundamentals (OOP, data structures, algorithms)
Practical experience in Unity and C# (or a similar language)
General understanding of common development practices (version control, agile development)
Ability to quickly understand, debug, and modify existing code
Strong analytical technical problem-solving skills
Applicants must be able to work at our studio in Greenville, N.C.
Hardware Integration such as Bill Acceptors and Printers preferred
Experience in Casino or Slot Related Industries highly preferred
Arrow International, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Arrow International, Inc. and all of its subsidiary companies and affiliates to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Arrow International prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.
Qualified MILITARY VETERANS are welcome and strongly encouraged to apply.
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Updated March 14, 2024