Gameplay Software Engineer

Summary:

Mobile Game Developer with past experience building successful mobile games. Game Developer would be focused on:

• New game development Build new daily games from concept to playable prototype, following team design guidelines and mechanical standards.
• Rapid prototyping Quickly iterate on social daily play game concepts to validate engagement hypotheses before FTE investment in integration.
• Game polish & production Take validated prototypes through to production-ready quality, preparing them for entry point integration and launch.
• Social mechanics Implement social features (challenges, leaderboards, sharing) that drive viral engagement and daily return behavior.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and prototype casual and mobile games using industry-standard frameworks.
• Implement game design patterns including daily loops, progression systems, and social mechanics.
• Work independently on game development tasks, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones.
• Collaborate with engineering team for validation, feedback, and integration.
• Maintain high standards of code quality and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Skillsets/Qualifications:

• Software Engineer with a casual and mobile gaming background and hands-on experience building games
• Experience with game development frameworks and rapid prototyping
• Familiarity with social/casual game design patterns daily loops, progression systems, social mechanics
• Ability to work independently on game development while collaborating with the team on validation and integration handoff

Minimum Requirements:

• Proven hands-on experience building games for casual and mobile platforms.
• Proficiency with game development frameworks and rapid prototyping tools.
• Strong understanding of social/casual game design patterns (daily loops, progression systems, social mechanics).
• Ability to work independently and manage project deliverables with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams.