Associate Android Platform Engineer - Temporary New Kirkland, Washington, United States

2K Games, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Android Platform Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will develop and enhance mobile game features, collaborating with top-tier developers to ensure the highest quality experience for players. Your expertise in Android development, C++, and Java will be crucial as you tackle technical challenges and innovate solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to exciting projects in a fun and inclusive environment, where your passion for gaming can shine. Join a dedicated family of game developers and help shape the future of mobile gaming!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• Experience developing video games or applications for Android.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance code for games on Android devices.
• Collaborate with team members and QA to resolve bugs efficiently.

Skills

C++

Java

Android Development

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Tools

Android Debugging Tools

Job description

Kirkland, Washington, United States

2K’s Cat Daddy studio, based in Kirkland, Washington, was started 25+ years ago by industry veterans and is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive within the 2K Label. The studio is a fun, dedicated family of incredibly hardworking game developers. We have shipped games on almost every genre and platform, with a current focus on mobile games.

What We Need:

Cat Daddy Games is seeking an Associate Android Platform Engineer to provide temporary development support for platform features, libraries, tools and processes that power our mobile game titles. In this role, you will collaborate with top-tier game developers to improve and maintain both existing and new features and workflows, with a primary focus on the Android platform.

What You Will Do:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance code for our games and proprietary engine on Android devices, including designing, testing, debugging, and improving functionality
• Create detailed designs, technical documentation, and test cases for assigned projects
• Collaborate with the team members and QA staff to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs efficiently
• Work with existing proprietary software and develop new technologies to meet project requirements and objectives
• Proactively identify technical challenges and development risks, and implement effective solutions to address them

Who We Think Will Be a Great Fit:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience developing video games or applications for Android
• Experience in C++ and Java
• Proficiency with Android development and debugging tools
• Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn and master new tools, frameworks, and technologies
• Ability to work independently and efficiently under deadlines
• A positive demeanor with a passion for gaming
• Ability to work onsite at Cat Daddy studio 4-5 days/week

Along with your application, please submit a portfolio of professional or personal work samples.

At Cat Daddy, we believe diversity of experience is fundamental to crafting accessible and fun gaming experiences for all of our players. We encourage everyone to consider joining our team.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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The pay range for this position in Washington at the start of employment is expected to be between $29 and $43 per Hour. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.

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