game programmer

Can't Afford Studios

<p><b>Company Description</b></p><p>Can't Afford Studios is an independent video game developer based in the United States, focused on creating games that combine excitement with a sense of community. Founded on the principle that great games come from small, passionate teams, we are working on our first title. Our design philosophy emphasizes fun, rewarding gameplay, and creating imaginative worlds that foster player self-expression and lasting communities.</p><p><b>Role Description</b></p><p>As a Volunteer Game Programmer, you&rsquo;ll be a key contributor to the development of our game. You&rsquo;ll collaborate closely with designers, artists, and other programmers to bring gameplay features to life, optimize performance, and ensure a smooth player experience. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a creative, collaborative environment and wants to make a meaningful impact on an indie title.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Develop and implement gameplay systems and mechanics</li><li>Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code</li><li>Debug and optimize game performance across platforms</li><li>Collaborate with designers and artists to integrate assets and features</li><li>Participate in team meetings and contribute to creative problem-solving</li><li>Stay up-to-date with best practices in game development</li></ul><p><b>Nice to Have</b></p><ul><li>Experience with version control software (GitHub)</li><li>Experience with Unreal Engine 5 / Unity / Godot</li><li>Self-motivated and determined</li></ul><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Gain</b></p><ul><li>Real-world experience in game development</li><li>Creative freedom and input on a growing indie project</li><li>A supportive, passionate team environment</li><li>Portfolio-worthy contributions to a published title</li></ul><p><b>Application Process:</b></p><p>1. Go to our website: https://cant-afford-studios.github.io/</p><p>2. Go to the opportunities section.</p><p>3. Fill out the Google form!</p><p>We welcome creatives who think outside the box, enjoy handcrafted design, and thrive in collaborative environments. If you're ready to bring something truly unique to life, join us today!</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship</p><p>Pay: $1.00 per hour</p><p>Expected hours: 10 &ndash; 40 per week</p><p>People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply</p><p>Work Location: Remote</p>

Volunteer Game Programmer / Designer

Elytra Studios

<p><b>Job Title:</b></p><p><b>Unreal Engine Gameplay Programmer</b></p><p><b>Company:</b> Elytra Studios<br/><b>Location:</b> 69B, PCSIR, Near Ameer Chowk, Lahore, Pakistan<br/><b>Job Type:</b> On-site (Full-Time)<br/><b>Timings:</b> 11:00 AM &ndash; 8:00 PM</p><p><b>About the Role:</b></p><p>Elytra Studios is looking for a <b>creative and technically skilled Unreal Engine Gameplay Programmer</b> to lead the development of innovative and engaging gameplay experiences. The ideal candidate is a strong problem-solver with solid expertise in both <b>programming and game design</b>, eager to build polished, immersive, and responsive game systems.</p><p>This is a <b>full-time on-site position</b> based in Lahore.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Implement, debug, and optimize <b>core gameplay mechanics and systems</b> using <b>C++</b> and <b>Blueprints</b> in Unreal Engine.</li><li>Design and develop <b>AI behaviors</b> using Unreal&rsquo;s <b>AI Blackboard</b> and <b>State Tree systems</b>.</li><li>Architect and maintain clean, scalable game code aligned with Unreal&rsquo;s gameplay framework and <b>Gameplay Ability System</b>.</li><li>Bridge the gap between <b>design and programming</b>, contributing ideas that improve player experience and gameplay flow.</li><li>Collaborate closely with <b>artists and designers</b> for seamless integration of all gameplay features.</li></ul><p><b>Required Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><b>1&ndash;2 years</b> of professional experience as a <b>Gameplay Programmer</b> on Unreal Engine projects.</li><li>Proven expertise in <b>C++</b> within the Unreal Engine environment.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in <b>Blueprint visual scripting</b> for rapid prototyping and iteration.</li><li>Experience in building and iterating on diverse game systems and complex mechanics.</li><li>Strong technical understanding of Unreal Engine&rsquo;s architecture and gameplay systems.</li><li>A genuine passion for gameplay programming and fine-tuning player interactions.</li></ul><p><b>Bonus Skills:</b></p><ul><li>Experience with <b>multiplayer networking and replication</b> in Unreal Engine.</li><li>Knowledge of <b>performance profiling and optimization techniques</b>.</li><li>Familiarity with <b>version control tools</b> (GitHub, Perforce, etc.).</li></ul><p><b>Perks &amp; Benefits:</b></p><ul><li>Free lunch provided by the company</li><li>Annual company trips</li><li>Annual promotions and performance-based bonuses</li><li>Quarterly team dinners</li><li>Fuel allowance</li><li>Maternity leaves</li><li>Supportive and growth-oriented work culture</li></ul><p><b>How to Apply:</b></p><p>Send your <b>resume</b> to <b>hr2elytrastudios.com</b><br/>or contact via <b>WhatsApp at 0311-2163460</b>.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Unreal Engine Gameplay Programmer

Miniclip

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Game Developer (C++)

360 Bright Media

<div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h4><p>
We are hiring a Game Developer to join our dynamic team of game programmers to build amazing games for our users. You will be responsible to create and develop games for gaming consoles, personal computers, mobile phones, tablets, and other handheld devices.
</p><p>As a Game Developer, you are supposed to have a thorough understanding of game development processes including story writing, designing, coding, and development. Your main job is to provide the base for game play. You will also be interacting with other team members such as designers and other programmers and work closely with them to build the best games.
</p><p>A comprehensive knowledge of various game programming languages, best gaming trends and development will be highly preferred. If you have a passion for games with a creative mind and ideas, we would like you to take the chance and send in your resume to us.</p></div>
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Responsibilities</b></h4><ul><li>
Understand the game specifications and design 3d models</li><li>
Design and develop efficient code using the desired programming languages</li><li>
Review, record, and test your code to identify bugs and problems</li><li>
Interact with developers, artists, animation developers, and other team members to finalise a good video game design</li><li>
Provide solutions for complex technical problems and debug them systematically</li><li>
Document technical specifications and procedures</li><li>
Ensure the delivery of quality product within the scheduled timeline</li><li>
Follow and stay updated about latest developments of the game industry</li></ul></div>
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science or a related field</li><li>
Relevant working experience in game development or similar role in IT industry</li><li>
Familiarity with the best software development practices</li><li>
Experience of programming languages such as C#, C++, Java, etc.</li><li>
Expertise in Artificial Intelligence, 3D Animation, and 3D Rendering</li><li>
Scripting experience and thorough understanding of software tools</li><li>
Abreast with latest techniques and technologies in the gaming world</li><li>
Excellent communication skills</li><li>
Should be a team player</li><li>
Ability to multitask is a must</li></ul></div></div>

Game Developer

Magic Media

<p></p><div><p>Magic Media is a pioneering media, entertainment and tech group powered by creativity and innovation. We have a physical presence in 15 countries and expertize in the areas of art, animation, cybersecurity, game development, software development, VFX and video production amongst others. We work with leading developers and publishers within the games and tech industry, providing support and solutions designed around individual needs and carried out by global experts.</p><p></p><p>
We are looking for a C++ Game Developer who is self-motivated, goal-orientated, and a strong team player. The ideal candidate will have extensive C++ development experience in games. We are looking for someone who is passionate about the digital content production process and who is willing to work with content creators and engineers of other disciplines to build awesome games.</p><p></p><p>
What you will do:</p><ul>
<li>Maintain and build code using C++ for all assigned work streams.</li>
<li>Work on gameplay and tools for C++ game.</li>
<li>Help provide architectural oversight across the entire application.</li>
<li>Collaborate to devise optimal engineering solutions to technical challenges.</li>
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<li>Knowledge of C++.</li>
<li>Understanding of C++ in games and memory optimization.</li>
<li>UI and networking code experience.</li>
<li>Understanding of fundamentals of game development.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills.</li>
<li>Fluent in English.</li>
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Solid technical foundation (e.g. Computer Science / Maths Degree or equivalent).</li></ul><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><p></p><ul>
<li>Permanently remote position.</li>
<li>An opportunity to hone and improve your skills by applying them to a diverse variety of engaging projects.</li>
<li>Be part of an international group with offices worldwide.</li>
<li>Career growth and development.</li>
<li>Working closely with a team of like-minded people in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.</li>
<li>Ongoing training and professional self-improvement opportunities.</li>
<li>Flexible working hours.</li>
<li>An inclusive culture and open communication.</li>
</ul><p></p><p>At Magic Media, our passion lies in gaming. Our vision is to create and deliver engaging and interesting games for our clients. We can deliver this high-quality work on any platform, whether it be on a console, PC, or mobile. We know that reputation and results go hand-in-hand. Therefore, we work hard to find experts and talented creators to deliver the best results.</p></div><p></p>

C++ Game Developer

Indiana University

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</div><p>LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES (UA-LT-IUBLA)
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</div><p>Teaching and Learning Technologies (TLT) encompass a team-based work environment in which we support online instruction and learning across the Indiana University (IU) system. The TLT team includes instructional designers, technologists, and developers who collaborate to design, build, and enhance online courses that meet accessibility standards and leverage best practices in instructional design. Team members often work in distributed environments, collaborating across campuses in Bloomington, Indianapolis, and beyond.</p>
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</div><p>The TLT Game Developer will work with a team of TLT instructional designers, TLT instructional technologists, and faculty members from various disciplines to design and develop interactive experiences to be used as part of online courses at Indiana University. The game developer will consult on the best environments and approaches for developing different types of games (casual games, adventure games, online card games etc.).</p><p>
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Designs and builds engaging games and learning activities for IU courses</li><li>
Adds and edits content in Canvas to facilitate access to interactive material, including using basic HTML.</li><li>
Explores new educational technologies, researches how they can be used effectively, and writes content for web pages that promote their use by faculty and students.</li><li>
Tests interactive content to ensure all learners can access and understand it.</li><li>
Provides feedback from a student perspective.</li></ul>
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Bachelor's degree.</li></ul><p>
WORK EXPERIENCE</p><p><b>
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Experience teaching or providing instructional support at the college or university level.</li></ul><p>
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Knowledge of and experience with game-building environments such as Unity, Unreal engine, Construct, etc.</li><li>
Knowledge of and experience with deploying games as native mobile applications for the Apple and Android platforms.</li><li>
Demonstrated understanding of fundamental graphic design principles and accompanying tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, etc.).</li><li>
Understanding of game theory; able to provide guidance in the design of gameplay modes that reinforce instructional goals and learning objectives.</li><li>
Ability to iterate rapidly, based on feedback from faculty member and supporting course design team.</li></ul><p><b>
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Fundamental web development experience (HTML/Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)/JavaScript).</li><li>
Understanding of basic accessibility principles.</li><li>
Familiarity with online learning environments and emerging educational technologies, either as an instructor or learner.</li></ul>
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</div><p>This role requires the ability to effectively communicate in synchronous and asynchronous environments, and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.</p>
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</div><p>Have you taken online classes? Do you think you know how to make games for them? How about what can make an educational game GREAT? Are you intrigued by games and how they can be used to engage students in online and face-to-face classes?</p><p>
Teaching and Learning Technologies is looking for an Indiana University student to work part-time as a game developer, designing and building engaging learning games for both for-credit and not-for-credit courses.</p>
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</div><p>Bloomington, Indiana</p><p>
This position is eligible for remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.</p>
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Work Hours</b></h2><div><br>
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</div><p>Approximately 20 hours per week</p>
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</div><p>Career Level: Part Time Employee</p><p>
FLSA: Nonexempt</p><p>
Job Function: Part Time Employee</p><p>
Job Family: Part Time Student Employee
</p>Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
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</div><p>This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.</p><p>
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.</p>
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Equal Employment Opportunity</b></h2><div><br>
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</div><p>Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.</p>
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</div><p>The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.</p>
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</div><p>Request Support<br>
Telephone: 812-856-1234</p></div></div></div></div></div>

Part-Time Student Game Developer

SplashLearn

<p>Position: Game Developer</p><p>Experience Required: 1 to 3 years</p><p>Qualification: BTech/MTech/MCA</p><p>Location: Gurgaon (Hybrid)</p><p>At SplashLearn, we are looking for a passionate and talented Game Developer to join our dynamic team and help create amazing educational games! As a Game Developer, you will be responsible for:</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>-Develop engaging games based on Game and Level Design Documents.</p><p>-Collaborate with Game Designers to algorithmically generate levels.</p><p>-Own the technical aspects of the game, including implementing core game mechanics, art, and animation.</p><p>-Optimize game code for performance, quality, and responsiveness across multiple platforms.</p><p>-Write modular, reusable code to create efficient components.</p><p>-Build quick prototypes for new game ideas and concepts.</p><p>-Solve complex problems with solid algorithms.</p><p>Skills &amp; Qualifications:</p><p>-Proficient in at least one programming language.</p><p>-Strong problem-solving skills with a good grasp of algorithms.</p><p>-Experience in game development and a keen eye for game mechanics and optimization.</p><p>Bonus Skills (Brownie Points):</p><p>-Experience building games for mobile or web platforms.</p><p>-Familiarity with Design Patterns and techniques in game development.</p><p>-Experience with 2D game engines like Phaser, Unity2D, Cocos2d-x, Cocos2d-js, etc.</p><p>Why Join Us? At SplashLearn, you'll have the chance to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment with a team that loves creativity and learning. You will play a crucial role in shaping the future of educational gaming!</p><p>Interested? Apply now and be part of something exciting!</p><p>Please send your resume to- diksha.shakya@splashlearn.com</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: &#8377;1,082,194.44 - &#8377;2,354,911.71 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Provident Fund</li><li>Work from home</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

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