Senior Frontend Game Developer (Vue3 + Cocos)

GoCode Pte Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A gaming development company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Frontend Game Developer with strong skills in Cocos Creator and Vue.js 3. You will lead the development of mobile and web games, collaborate with designers, and optimize performance. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of experience, a relevant degree, and a passion for gaming. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with innovative projects.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in frontend/game development.
• Hands-on experience with Cocos Creator / Cocos2d-x for mobile development.
• Proven expertise in Vue.js 3 with state management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of mobile and web games using Cocos.
• Collaborate with designers for high-quality gameplay interfaces.
• Integrate frontend solutions with backend services.

Skills

Cocos Creator / Cocos2d-x

Vue.js 3

RESTful APIs

Git

Problem-solving

Performance optimization

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Vite

Webpack

Babel

Vue CLI

Job description

Senior Frontend Game Developer (Vue3 + Cocos)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of mobile and web games using Cocos Creator / Cocos2d-x.
• Build and maintain frontend applications and game-related tools using Vue.js 3.
• Collaborate with game designers, UI/UX designers, and artists to deliver intuitive, high-quality gameplay and interfaces.
• Implement game features, mechanics, and supporting frontend systems based on project requirements.
• Integrate frontend solutions with RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Troubleshoot and resolve performance bottlenecks, ensuring smooth gameplay and responsive UI across devices.
• Apply best practices in game optimization, frontend performance tuning, and code maintainability.
• Use Git for version control and contribute to Agile/Scrum workflows.
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and provide technical guidance.
• Contribute innovative ideas to improve user experience and enhance gameplay.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration, delivery, and deployment.
• Ensure compliance with security and coding standards throughout development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of professional experience in frontend/game development.
• Hands-on experience with Cocos Creator / Cocos2d-x for mobile and desktop game development.
• Proven expertise in Vue.js 3, including component-based architecture, reactivity, and state management (Pinia/Vuex).
• Experience with frontend build tools (Vite, Webpack, Babel, Vue CLI).
• Familiarity with MySQL/NoSQL databases, APIs, and asynchronous programming.
• Strong debugging, problem-solving, and performance optimization skills.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Experience mentoring junior developers and leading small teams is a plus.
• Bonus: Knowledge of C++ or other languages, and familiarity with other game engines (Unity, Unreal Engine).