Software Developer

Activate; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering interactive gaming facility as a Software Developer, where creativity meets technology! You will be part of a dynamic team responsible for designing and maintaining innovative game software for a human-scale gaming experience. This role offers the opportunity to work on both front-end and back-end development, developing engaging user interfaces and robust APIs. If you thrive in a fast-paced, sales-focused environment and have a passion for game design, this position is perfect for you. Contribute to exciting projects that challenge your skills and allow you to make a significant impact in the gaming industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop game software, features, and interactive applications.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance software development processes.

Skills

C++

PHP

MySQL

Node.js

PowerShell

Game Design

Android Development

iOS Development

Arduino

Raspberry Pi

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Certificate/Diploma in Software Development

Tools

MS SQL Server

Vue.JS

Docker

AWS

Microservice Architectures

Job description

DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW

Activate Games is Canada’s first full-scale interactive gaming facility. We are looking to expand our team with the addition of a seasoned Software Developer. In this position, you will work with a small team of computer engineers and programmers who design and maintain the core software (both front-end and back-end) behind an interactive human-scale gaming facility. You will be responsible for developing game software, new features and products, maintenance and other interactive applications.

The successful candidate is experienced and thrives in a high-paced environment with competing priorities and enjoys a sales-focused software development environment.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaboration

• Share technical expertise and development of revenue-generating features
• Define and iteratively improve software development timeframes, standards, and processes

Front-End Development

• Demonstrate proficiency developing web-based user interfaces that adhere to design systems and brand standards
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure visual standards are met
• Execute on developing mockups or wireframes from inception to production
• Accurately identify specific issues in user experience and provide recommendations and codified solutions to influence the design

Back-End Development

• Develop software (games, services, and APIs) using a variety of development tools, including C++, PHP, MySQL, PowerShell, and Node.js
• Create maintainable and extensible web applications with clean, portable, self-documenting code
• Develop effective and efficient solutions based on technical requirements produced through team collaboration

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or Certificate/Diploma in Software Development is required
• Experience working in sales-driven software development teams
• 5+ years of experience in software development is required
• Willingness to work irregular hours if/when needed, including evenings and weekends
• Must have daily reliable transportation to Activate locations for deployment and software testing

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Game design experience, video game or otherwise
• Experience developing Android and/or iOS apps
• Experience using Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or other microcontroller platforms
• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (SES, S3, etc.)
• Proficiency in an assortment of technologies, including MS SQL Server, Vue.JS, Docker, Windows and/or Linux, and microservice architectures