Senior Software Engineer

11 Minutes ago • 7 Years + • ~ $110,000 PA

Software Development & Engineering

Job Description

PeopleFun is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in developing new casual mobile titles from prototyping to production. You will collaborate closely within your cross-functional team to help move titles through early-stage prototyping and into full production and release. You will bring your expertise and passion for solid engineering, implementing core gameplay systems, tools, and pipelines, and iterating quickly based on player feedback and design pivots. This role involves contributing to technical decision-making, optimizing for performance across mobile platforms, and working within an agile development environment.

Must Have:

Develop rapid prototypes from rudimentary game pitches to test hypotheses, validate ideas, and deliver on gameplay concepts.
Collaborate closely with other disciplines to help achieve the project’s goals, including artists, designers, other engineers, user research, and data analysts.
Implement core gameplay systems, tools, and pipelines to a quality befitting their requirements.
Respond and iterate quickly based on player feedback, telemetry results, and design pivots.
Contribute to technical decision-making and shape opinions on which technology to carry forward or adapt for production.
Transition from pre-production into full production, adapting your development practices as needed.
Optimize for performance and memory usage across a wide range of mobile platforms.
Work within an agile development environment, adapting to evolving requirements and priorities.
7+ years of professional engineering experience within the gaming industry.
Demonstrated proficiency with Unity and casual mobile game development.
Solid understanding of game architecture, design patterns, and best practices for mobile platforms.
Prior experience collaborating cross-functionally, effectively communicating with designers, artists, UX/UI designers, product managers, data analysts, and technical leadership.
Proven ability to navigate complex technical challenges.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts and tradeoffs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Perks:

Competitive compensation package
Performance bonuses
401K Match Policy
Family friendly culture
Flex DTO policy
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
Wellness Perk
Remote Work Perk
Free in-office drinks, snacks, and catered lunches on Fridays.
Happy hours, social events, and more

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About the Role

Key responsiblities:

Develop rapid prototypes from rudimentary game pitches to test hypotheses, validate ideas, and deliver on gameplay concepts.
Collaborate closely with other disciplines to help achieve the project’s goals, including artists, designers, other engineers, user research, and data analysts.
Implement core gameplay systems, tools, and pipelines to a quality befitting their requirements.
Respond and iterate quickly based on player feedback, telemetry results, and design pivots.
Contribute to technical decision-making and shape opinions on which technology to carry forward or adapt for production.
Transition from pre-production into full production, adapting your development practices as needed.
Optimize for performance and memory usage across a wide range of mobile platforms (as the game shifts to production).
Work within an agile development environment, adapting to evolving requirements and priorities.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

7+ years of professional engineering experience within the gaming industry.
Demonstrated proficiency with Unity and casual mobile game development.
Solid understanding of game architecture, design patterns, and best practices for mobile platforms.
Prior experience collaborating cross-functionally, effectively communicating with designers, artists, UX/UI designers, product managers, data analysts, and technical leadership.
Proven ability to navigate complex technical challenges.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts and tradeoffs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders