Rapid Prototype Developer - Unity (PRELOADED)

Preloaded; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A BAFTA-winning games studio is seeking a seasoned Unity Game Developer to join their gameplay prototyping team in London. The role involves collaborating with the Game Design team to develop innovative game experiences and requires at least two days a week on-site. Candidates should have proven experience with Unity and advanced gameplay systems, along with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Unity and proficiency in advanced gameplay systems.
• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals.
• Experience in gameplay prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Rapidly prototype new game experiences with the Game Design team.
• Collaborate to design and develop game and multiplayer systems.
• Deliver engaging player experiences through technical innovation.

Skills

Unity

C#

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Game development

Job description

Contract: (On-site / London) - 2.5 Months.

Overview

We’re seeking a seasoned Unity Game Developer with an excellent track record in Unity and an instinctive understanding of what makes a great game experience. You will be part of the gameplay prototyping team and work closely with game design and creative to prototype and develop a working proof of concept for a new portable game suite for a theme park. Specifically, you will be experimenting with innovative multiplayer mechanics for large-scale audience experiences.

Due to the unique nature of this project, this role requires on-site, at least 2 days a week at our London Studio.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Game Design team to rapidly prototype new and interesting game experiences.
• Collaborate with the wider creative team to design and develop game and multiplayer systems.
• Delivering engaging player experiences through technical innovation, creative thinking and efficient working practices.
• Proactive problem-solving skills accompanied by excellent communications skills to express ideas and reasoning to key stakeholders and the team.
• Work closely with the production team to inform the project timelines.
• Documenting learnings and insights and providing key technical limitations and concerns to the wider team.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience with Unity, C#, including proficiency in advanced gameplay systems and network replication.
• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, networking) and a proven ability to apply them in creating high-quality player experiences.
• Self-motivated and hands-on, with proven experience in gameplay prototyping and a passion for exploring emerging technologies, particularly immersive tech.
• Game development experience in a Gameplay/Prototyping technical role or similar, with a proven ability to work with loose specifications.
• Excellent communicator, collaborator, and problem solver.

Nice to Have

• Experience prototyping complex multiplayer game mechanics.
• Experience with games in real world spaces.

ABOUT PRELOADED

We are a BAFTA-winning games studio inventing new ways to play for everyone. We harness the power of play to create the experiences of tomorrow.

Founded in 2000, PRELOADED believes that play, in all contexts and for all audiences, has the potential to impact our world positively. As a cross-disciplinary team of artists, designers, play specialists, and creative technologists, we are united by this shared mission - what we call Play with Purpose.

Together, we craft a diverse range of playful experiences. We help organisations, brands, and institutions engage next-generation audiences and collaborate with technology platforms to imagine the future of play.