Unity Game Engineer (Junior/Associate)

Squadloom Studios; Lahore; Hybrid; PKR 446,000 - 670,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

AI subscriptions

Performance bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

SquadLoom Studios in Lahore seeks a junior Unity Engineer to help build mobile co-op games with a focus on gameplay, networking, and performance optimization. You will work with AI-assisted tools to accelerate prototyping and debugging while contributing to architecture and creative problem-solving.

This hybrid role offers collaboration with the founding team and growth opportunities in a small studio environment, with office days in Bahria Town and flexibility for remote work.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of professional Unity experience or a strong portfolio of personal projects.
• Proficiency in C# and the Unity engine.
• Interest in AI-assisted development and multiplayer games.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement core gameplay features within Unity.
• Collaborate on multiplayer logic to ensure smooth, low-latency co-op experiences.
• Leverage AI coding assistants and models to accelerate development, refactor code, and prototype logic.
• Optimize game performance specifically for mobile platforms.

Skills

C#

Unity

AI tools

Mobile development

Multiplayer

Co-op mindset

Job description

Build high-stakes, asymmetric, and deeply cooperative mobile games in Unity while using AI tools to accelerate prototyping, debugging, and shipping.

Bahria Town, Lahore / Hybrid Unity + C# 0-2 years experience AI coding tools Mobile co-op games

The Vision

At SquadLoom, we believe the best mobile experiences are the ones shared. We are not just building games; we are weaving players together through high-stakes, asymmetric, and deeply cooperative gameplay.

We are an AI-first studio. We integrate AI into every fiber of our development process, from asset generation to logic prototyping, so we can move faster, stay lean, and build smarter. If you are passionate about the technical magic that makes multiplayer feel seamless, we want to build the future of mobile co-op with you.

The Role

We are looking for a forward-thinking Unity Engineer to join our founding journey. You will work directly on gameplay mechanics, networking synchronization, and performance optimization. Because we lean heavily into AI-assisted development, we want an engineer who knows how to leverage modern AI tools to amplify their output, allowing them to focus on architecture and creative problem-solving.

What You Will Do

• Develop and implement core gameplay features within Unity.
• Collaborate on multiplayer logic to ensure smooth, low-latency co-op experiences.
• Use provided AI coding assistants and models to accelerate development, refactor code, and prototype logic.
• Optimize game performance specifically for mobile platforms.
• Work closely with the founders to iterate on unique asymmetric mechanics, including shared roles, sensory imbalances, and tactical teamwork.

What We Are Looking For

• 0-2 years of professional experience, or a strong portfolio of personal Unity projects.
• Proficiency in C# and the Unity engine.
• An AI-first mindset and genuine excitement about using LLMs and modern AI tools to augment your daily workflow.
• Solid understanding of mobile-specific constraints, including touch controls and memory management.
• Experience or strong interest in building multiplayer/network-connected games.
• A co-op mindset and interest in how players interact with each other.

Location

This is a hybrid role based in Bahria Town, Lahore, with a mix of focused remote work and in-person collaboration at our office.

Experience

This role is designed for junior and associate engineers with 0-2 years of experience who are ready to grow quickly in a founding-stage studio.

Engine

• Unity
• Market Competitive Salary: Based on your skill set and potential.
• AI Subscriptions: We provide premium subscriptions to top-tier AI models and coding assistants to supercharge your work.
• Performance Bonuses: We win together; when the games succeed, so do you.
• Hybrid Work Model: Balance your focus with days at our Bahria Town office and the flexibility of working from home.
• Paid Time Off: Rest and recharge so you can bring your best ideas to the table.