Senior Unity Engineer, Big Viking Games
+ Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
3+ days a week in office
Free-to-play HTML5 games developer
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Free-to-play HTML5 games developer
21-100 employees
Be an early applicant
+ Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
3+ days a week in office
21-100 employees
Company mission
To make fans—both in game and in the studio.
Role
Who you are
- The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Unity and C# programming, with a strong background in developing high-quality games or applications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in Unity development
- Previous experience in a senior or lead engineering role
- Expert proficiency in Unity and C# programming
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns
- Experience with 2D/3D game mechanics, animation, and UI development
- Knowledge of web and mobile pipelines
- Proficiency with version control systems (Git)
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Experience with multiplayer/networking technologies
- Familiarity with shader programming and graphics optimization techniques
- Previous experience working on a MMO
- Previous experience working with Flash and/or ActionScript
- Previous experience with Microsoft PlayFab, Unity Addressables, and cloud content management is a plus
What the job involves
- We’re building something big—a new, real-time multiplayer social game from the ground up using Unity. Designed to scale across platforms and deliver rich, engaging live experiences, this game blends immersive customization, social gameplay, and event-driven economies
- We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Unity Engineer to join our dynamic development team. You will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and optimization of our projects, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding products
- System Design/Architecture: Critically evaluate and take ownership of major game systems
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with designers, artists, and other engineers to implement new features and enhance existing ones
- Optimize Performance: Ensure applications are optimized for maximum speed and scalability across various platforms
- Mentor Team Members: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and growth
- Code Quality Assurance: Conduct code reviews to maintain high-quality code standards and best practices
- Technical Problem-Solving: Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues promptly
- Stay Current: Keep up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices to ensure our products remain competitive
- Project Planning: Contribute to project planning, estimation, and risk management to meet deadlines and deliverables
- Implement Automated Testing: Develop and maintain automated tests to ensure code quality and reliability
Our take
Big Viking Games has long championed HTML5 as the go-to language for developing online social games, and with the decline of Adobe Flash, its foresight is paying off. In fact, many are now touting HTML HTML5 as the future of online social gaming, thanks to its ability to create smooth, embeddable games that bypass the hefty commission of app stores. So, it's a bit surprising that Big Viking Games hasn't yet expanded its impressive portfolio beyond the two major hits it released years ago.
However, there are exciting signs that the studio is working on something new and ambitious. Rumours point to a mobile project in the works. which would be a significant move for the company. Even more intriguing is the suggestion that this project could tap into the blockchain and crypto space, a rapidly growing industry that promises to revolutionize gaming.
As blockchain games are poised to gain tremendous traction in the coming years, Big Viking Games has a unique opportunity to break new ground. With its solid foundation and a fresh, innovative project, it could strike gold with a game that could reshape the landscape and drive major success.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (1 round)
Jan 2015
$0.3m
GRANT
Total funding: $0.3m
Company benefits
- Fully Remote: Work from anywhere! For over two years, we have been remote only. In that time, we have learned and adapted our global work practices to ensure everyone is supported
- Health Insurance: You can't respawn in real life! We provide extended health insurance including dental & vision so that you can focus on your total wellbeing
- Paid Family Leave:Got a wedding or a baby coming up? Celebrate with additional, paid time off
- Flexible Work Timings: Outside global collaboration hours for team meetings, we have flexible work timings based on what team you've joined
- Stock Options: All employees are owners, and share in the rewards of building a great company
- Personal Growth: Everyone at BVG is offered a variety of training opportunities from Unity to Productivity to Leadership Coaching to Agile. Or you can choose your own courses with Udemy
Company HQ
Central London, London, ON
Leadership
Albert Lai
(Co-Founder & Executive Chairman)Founder & CEO of Parallelz. A serial entrepreneur, who has founded and served as CEO at IdleAgent, BubbleShare, and Kontagent.
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