Principal Unity Engineer

1 Month ago • 7 Years + • Game Engine • $120,000 PA - $206,250 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Tripledot is a leading independent mobile games company seeking a Principal Unity Engineer to spearhead the development of their dynamic difficulty system, WordAlgo. This role involves optimizing player experience by adjusting game difficulty in real-time using rule-based algorithms, Machine Learning, and Large Language Models across multiple mobile word puzzle games to boost player engagement and retention. The engineer will work collaboratively in an agile team, focusing on iterative development, A/B testing, and continuous evaluation of innovative solutions. This position is crucial for a transformative initiative within a fast-paced organization, requiring a proactive problem-solver passionate about creating engaging mobile game experiences.
Must have:
  • 7+ years in mobile game development
  • Launched at least one commercial mobile game
  • Expert Unity game engine proficiency (C#)
  • Design robust, scalable APIs
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience writing technical design documents
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies
Good to have:
  • Experience with Machine Learning concepts
  • Familiarity with Unity Sentis
  • Experience with large datasets
  • Knowledge of NLP or LLMs
Perks:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Performance Bonuses
  • 401K Match Policy
  • Flexible PTO Policy
  • Wellness Stipend
  • Free Lunch every Friday
  • Generous Parental Leave
  • Professional Development Credits

Job Details

Principal Unity Engineer

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Dallas, USA



Description

Tripledot is one of the largest independent mobile games companies in the world.

We are a multi-award-winning organisation, with a global 2,500+ strong team across 12 studios.

Our expanded portfolio includes some of the biggest titles in mobile gaming, collectively reaching top chart positions around the world and engaging over 25 million daily active users.

Tripledot’s guiding principle is that when people love what they do, what they do will be loved by others.

We’re building a company we’re proud of – one filled with driven, incredibly smart and detail-orientated people, who LOVE making games.

Our ambition is to be the most successful games company in the world, and we’re just getting started.

Peoplefun

PeopleFun is an award-winning creator of mobile games for players across the globe. PeopleFun is a Dallas-based game studio founded and led by game industry veterans, where game developers thrive on collaboration, creativity, teamwork, and fun. Our games are played by over 25 million players each month, and we have a number of exciting mobile games in development to fuel the future growth of PeopleFun.

We believe in bringing People together through Fun by creating the best in class social features and communities in our games that enables our players to engage deeply with other players. Secondly we endeavor to bring our studio teammates together by creating the very best game teams that foster healthy collaboration, incredible productivity, and life-long professional relationships.

Candidates who reside or will reside in the following locations are eligible for this role: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Oregon, Rhode Island, Texas, and Washington State.


Role Overview

PeopleFun is actively seeking a highly skilled and innovative Principal Engineer to lead the development of our pioneering dynamic difficulty system, WordAlgo. This critical role involves optimizing the player experience by dynamically adjusting game difficulty in real-time, leveraging initial rule-based algorithms, and subsequently integrating advanced Machine Learning and Large Language Models. The impact of this work will extend across multiple mobile word puzzle games within our portfolio, significantly enhancing player engagement and retention.

Reporting to a General Manager with a strong engineering background, the successful candidate will operate within a collaborative, agile team comprising a data scientist and a data engineer. This environment emphasizes iterative development, A/B testing, and continuous evaluation of innovative solutions. We are looking for a professional with a proven track record in challenging technical domains, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a passion for creating highly engaging mobile game experiences. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a transformative initiative within a fast-paced and forward-thinking organization.
  • Design, develop, and implement the core Word Algorithm (WordAlgo) system, initially focusing on rule-based logic and evolving into ML and LLM-driven solutions using unit tests
  • Create tools to convert and generate optimized data for use in mobile games.
  • Collaborate closely with data engineers and data scientists to integrate data pipelines and leverage player data for difficulty detection and adjustment.
  • Work hand-in-hand with game development teams to seamlessly integrate WordAlgo into existing and new mobile games, ensuring a clean and well-documented API for game logic to consume.
  • Design and document technical specifications for WordAlgo components, including algorithm logic, data flow, and API contracts.
  • Participate actively in an Agile development environment, contributing to iterative design, implementation, and testing cycles.
  • Continuously monitor and analyze game performance data to identify opportunities for algorithm optimization and player experience improvement.
  • Articulate technical concepts, challenges, and solutions clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders through verbal and written communication.
  • Champion PeopleFun's culture of trust, humility, and team-focused results in all aspects of work.


Required Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • 7+ years of experience in mobile game development, with a strong understanding of game architecture and systems.
  • Demonstrated experience successfully launching and operating at least one commercial mobile game title.
  • Expert-level proficiency with Unity game engine, including a deep understanding of its architecture, scripting (C#), and best practices.
  • Proven ability to design and implement robust, scalable, and well-documented APIs.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical ideas and engage in productive discussions.
  • Experience writing comprehensive technical design documents.
  • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and a track record of delivering iteratively.
Nice to have:
  • Experience with or a strong understanding of Machine Learning concepts and applications.
  • Familiarity with Unity Sentis or similar on-device ML inference engines.
  • Experience working with large datasets and data-driven systems.
  • Knowledge of Natural Language Processing (NLP) or Large Language Models (LLMs).


Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Performance Bonuses
  • 401K Match Policy
  • Flexible PTO Policy
  • Wellness Stipend
  • Free Lunch each Friday
  • Generous Parental Leave & Family-Friendly Culture
  • Annual Credits for Professional Development & In-App Purchases 
PeopleFun provides a competitive total compensation package with a pay-for-performance rewards approach. The expected base pay range for this [CA-based or North America-based] position is $120,000–$206,250. Compensation is based on factors including market location and individual qualifications. Depending on the position offered, equity, sign-on bonuses, and other compensation may be included as part of the total package.

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