Animation/VFX Developer - Paper.io 2

1 Month ago • 5 Years + • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Voodoo's Live Games team seeks an Animation/VFX Developer for Paper.io 2. This role involves creating and implementing high-quality visual effects (animations, shaders, particle systems) in Unity. Collaboration with designers and gameplay teams is crucial for integrating and enhancing visual elements, optimizing effects for mobile performance, and innovating visually appealing effects. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of game development experience, expertise in Unity and C#, a strong VFX portfolio, and a deep understanding of real-time rendering and optimization. Experience with URP/HDRP, VFX Graph/Shader Graph, and custom HLSL shaders is a plus. The position offers remote work within CET +/-2h and is a permanent role.
Must have:
  • 5+ years VFX experience in game development
  • Unity & C# expertise
  • Strong mobile VFX portfolio
  • Real-time rendering & optimization understanding
Good to have:
  • URP/HDRP experience
  • VFX Graph/Shader Graph proficiency
  • Custom HLSL shader experience

Job Details

Founded in 2013, Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps with a mission to entertain the world. Gathering 800 employees, 7 billion downloads, and over 200 million active users, Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide in terms of downloads after Google and Meta. Our portfolio includes chart-topping games like Mob Control and Block Jam, alongside popular apps such as BeReal and Wizz.

This position can be Paris-based,  Amsterdam-based, or fully remote within CET +/-2h.

Team

Our Gaming team is made up of hybrid-casual, casual, and mid-core experts. Our 'Core' games team supports internal and external studios worldwide in creating, developing, and launching new hit games, whilst our 'Live' games team focuses on delivering higher engagement on our existing and successful games.

Joining our Live games team means collaborating with gaming industry experts on globally renowned, enduring games while embracing exciting new entrepreneurial ventures. With over seven billion downloads worldwide and a portfolio of more than 10 resilient hybrid games generating more than $20m per year, we are the world's largest and most successful hybrid publisher.

You will be joining one of our Live Studios, working on Paper.io 2.

With Paper.io 2, we’re building an iconic game that players will never forget!
We're a small team of excellent people who take care of everything from ideas to testing, and we intend to grow while maintaining our high standards.

Role

    • Create and implement top-tier visual effects (animations, shaders and particle systems) in Unity for Paper
    • Collaborate with designers and gameplay teams to integrate and enhance visual elements
    • Optimize effects for smooth performance on mobile devices
    • Elevate the game’s visual impact with innovative, eye-catching effects

Profile

    • 5+ years of game development experience with a strong focus on VFX (animations, shaders and particle systems) 
    • Proven expertise in Unity and C#
    • A solid portfolio showcasing advanced visual effects in mobile games
    • Experience with URP or HDRP, VFX Graph or Shader Graph and custom HLSH shaders is a big plus
    • Deep understanding of real-time rendering and performance optimization
    • Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail
    • Fluent in English with strong communication skills
    • A creative, passionate developer dedicated to crafting memorable visual experiences
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About The Company

Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps. With 7 billion downloads and over 150 million monthly active users, Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide in terms of downloads after Google and Meta.


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.


Voodoo is now a team of over 750 employees worldwide, we’re looking for talented individuals from across the globe to join.


Entertain the world with us 

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