Lead Software Engineer (Unity) at Demiurge Studios

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Unity, C#, Software Development, Agile Methodologies, Software Architecture, Code Quality, Team Leadership, Mentoring, Communication, Meta-Game Features, Technical Design Documents, Task Management, Collaboration, Game Development, NoesisGUI, C++

Industry

Computer Games

Description

Demiurge Studios is seeking a talented, experienced, lead software engineer to help lead our team to success. You will be developing meta-game features, organizing engineering efforts on a day-to-day basis, and coordinating with the production staff to ensure that feature and production goals are being met. You will work on a small collaboration-oriented team where you will have the opportunity to contribute in meaningful ways. The ideal candidate has filled similar roles before, and has discovered that helping other to succeed is at least as rewarding as individual achievements. \n Responsibilities Collaborate with the design and art leads to scope meta-game features Monitor work from the engineers regularly and ensure that quality and scheduling goals are met Manage and mentor less experienced programmers, including task assignments and career management Facilitate communication between engineering and production teams Create and maintain technical design documents and programming task schedules Advocate for improving code robustness and maintainability Implement meta-game features and systems Must-Have Qualifications 8+ years professional software development experience Eperience leading teams of software engineers Experience developing with the Unity game engine Professional software development experience in C# Strong programming and software architecture skills Experience developing software using agile methodologies Demonstrated ability to apply software engineering practices to maintain code quality Demonstrated ability to achieve development goals with minimal supervision BS or higher in Computer Science or similar discipline (Physics, Math, EE, etc.), or equivalent experience Excellent written and oral communication skills in English Preference to Applicants with Engineering credits on one or more shipped games Unity DOTS experience Experience developing with NoesisGUI Experience working in C++ Experience developing products for modern game console platforms (PS5, XSX|S) Experience developing SaaS Experience working with external clients \n About Us: Headquartered in Boston, MA at Demiurge you will find a studio with an amazing, collaborative culture and a deep respect for art in all our games. With over 20 years of game development expertise and teams all over North America our commitment to balanced and sustainable development is well known in the game community. We also provide co-development services to larger, best-in-industry game companies. In this capacity, Demiurge has worked with some of the industry’s biggest hitters on exciting projects including Marvel Snap, 2XKO, Marvel Puzzle Quest, and Teamfight Tactics to name a few. This is an exciting time to join Demiurge as we are developing our own independent titles as well. With tons of challenges and opportunities ahead we are always looking for great talent! If you are looking for an exciting, creative, and collaborative studio come join us on Demiurge's next journey! DEI Statement: At Demiurge, we celebrate our differences and know that diverse perspectives empower us to build a stronger company and better games. We work hard to create an equitable, safe and accessible work environment where all Demiurgers are empowered to be themselves and do their best work regardless of race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or physical or mental ability. We thrive on self-reflection, healthy debate, and mindful listening. We respect each other's opinions and seek new ideas. We denounce hate, discrimination and racism in all forms. What Demiurge Offers: • Flexible work environment • Generous PTO program including vacation days, sick days, and holidays. Earn-as-you-go plan that rolls over year to year, offering flexibility as well as the last week of December the studio closes to recharge • A variety of medical benefits with PPO options that start on your first day of employment • Vision and Dental benefits • Health Savings Account (HSA) - Available if you select a High Deductible Healthcare plan • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (HC & DC FSA) • 401K Partial Match • Commuter Reimbursement Program for hybrid employees • Tuition reimbursement promoting lifelong learning • Referral bonuses • Bonus plan • So. Many. Games. - Access to our huge game library! As well as a State of the Art Boston Studio with in Office Perks: • Free snacks and drinks! • Demi-Lunch Tuesday - Lunch is on us! • Game Night Food • Ping Pong! • Step Mania! Get your dance on! Demiurge Studios is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, or Veteran status. Demiurge Studios also makes workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities or special needs. #LI-Remote

Responsibilities

The Lead Software Engineer will collaborate with design and art leads to scope meta-game features and monitor the work of engineers to ensure quality and scheduling goals are met. Additionally, the role involves managing and mentoring less experienced programmers and facilitating communication between engineering and production teams.