Principal Game Developer leading game mechanics and design for new games at Exploding Kittens. Collaborating with cross - functional teams to create engaging gameplay experiences.
About the role
- Mid-Games Developer at Arkadium supporting Microsoft Casual Games with gameplay features development and team collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain gameplay features that meet product requirements and quality standards.
- Collaborate with other developers and product owners to clarify requirements and identify potential technical issues early in planning.
- Work closely with designers and artists to integrate assets into gameplay.
- Follow coding standards and best practices to keep the codebase clean, stable, and scalable.
- Debug and optimize performance to ensure smooth gameplay across browsers and mobile devices.
- Participate in code reviews and technical discussions, contributing ideas, and sharing knowledge with peers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 2+ years of experience in game development, preferably with web-based or cross-platform games.
- Good understanding of game architecture, design patterns, and front-end systems.
- Experience with rendering frameworks (e.g., PixiJS, Three.js) or with game frameworks and engines (e.g., Phaser, Unity, Godot, etc.).
- Familiarity with Agile workflows, version control systems (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and collaborative tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub).
- Strong debugging and optimization skills for browsers and mobile devices.
- Good testing discipline and attention to code quality.
- Clear communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive and responsible approach to problem-solving.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with structured performance and career development check-ins
- Health insurance
- Additional budget for conferences you are interested in
- Personal development budget to fuel your passions and desire to learn (Arkadians are taking classes in not only Excel and leadership, but also interior design and even swimming!)
- Time off from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day so we can all enjoy the holidays
- A unique culture of transparency, true teamwork and fun
- Summer Fridays: Fridays off throughout the Summer to have more fun in the sun!
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