A Video Game Developer is a software developer who takes a designer's concepts and builds them into a playable game for users. They write code for games for a variety of formats, such as PCs, consoles, web browsers and mobile phones.
Texas City, TX Job Details Contract $80 - $120 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Health savings account 401(k) matching Qualifications Jira Blender (3D software) 2D animation Performance tuning Software engineering 3D modeling software Unreal Engine iOS development Data structures C# iOS Trello Android support System design Git Public Cloud Android Video gameplay mechanics Collaboration with product development teams AWS 3ds Max JavaScript Perforce Version control systems Performance optimization (iOS development) Unity Integration with Third-Party Services (system development) Digital project management boards Agile software development Apache Full Job Description Overview Are you passionate about game development and eager to bring your creative ideas to life using Python? We are seeking a motivated Junior Python Game Developer to join our dynamic team! In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and optimization of engaging games across multiple platforms. This is an exciting opportunity for emerging developers who thrive in collaborative environments and are eager to grow their skills in game programming, graphics, and system design. Join us to help craft immersive gaming experiences that captivate players worldwide! Responsibilities Assist in developing game features and mechanics using Python, ensuring smooth gameplay and engaging user experiences Collaborate with designers and artists to implement visual assets created in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max into the game engine Write clean, efficient code for game logic, rendering, and performance tuning while adhering to best practices in software engineering and object-oriented programming (OOP) Debug and troubleshoot issues across multiple platforms including Android and iOS, optimizing performance for seamless gameplay Support cross-functional teams by integrating APIs, SDKs, and third-party tools such as Unreal Engine, Unity, or custom scripting frameworks Participate in code reviews using version control systems like Git or Perforce to maintain high-quality code standards Contribute ideas during agile development cycles to improve system design, data structures, and overall game performance Experience Basic understanding of software development principles with experience in Python programming Familiarity with game development tools such as Unity or Unreal Engine is a plus Knowledge of computer graphics concepts including rendering techniques and 3D/2D animation workflows Exposure to scripting languages like JavaScript or C# is advantageous Experience working with APIs, SDKs, or cloud services such as AWS or Apache is beneficial Ability to collaborate effectively within a cross-functional team using tools like Jira or Trello Passion for gaming and a strong desire to learn new technologies related to AI, system performance optimization, multithreading, and system design
