Senior HTML5 Game Developer

Booming Games

United States

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

We’re a 100% remote-first company, on-

Competitive package

Dog friendly offices in Berlin and MAL

Family friendly policies

Career growth opportunities

Zestful working environment

Knowledge sharing opportunities

Dynamic culture

Company social events

Job summary

Booming Games is seeking a skilled Frontend Game Developer to join our remote-first team building online casino slots. You will implement game features from GDDs, manage tasks in Jira, and ensure high-quality code with emphasis on performance and asset optimization.

The role requires strong TypeScript/JavaScript skills, experience with PixiJS or Phaser, and fluent English. You will work with a distributed team, contributing to a fast-paced development cycle and regular product demos.

Qualifications

3+ years of Game Development experience and 5+ years overall development.
Fluent in TypeScript and JavaScript (ES6) and HTML5/CSS3.
Highly experienced with PixiJS, Phaser, or equivalent.
Complete fluency in English, written and spoken.
Experience with Spine animations, including optimization.

Responsibilities

Translate GDD features into HTML5 game presentations.
Break down features into a WBS and create JIRA tickets.
Implement game features using TypeScript; write well-typed code with JSDoc.
Follow best practices; ensure maintainable, well-documented code.
Collaborate with Game Producers, Art Directors, and QA.
Utilize Webpack for bundling and asset optimization.
Maintain GitLab CI workflows for deployment and testing.
Address QA defects with urgency and communicate findings.
Demonstrate game progress through demos for Product Owners.

Skills

TypeScript

JavaScript (ES6)

HTML/CSS3

PixiJS

Phaser

GitLab

JIRA

GSuite

Spine animations

WebGL

Tools

Webpack

GitLab CI

Job description

You will complete our Game Development crew of 14 lovely and skilled people and report to the Team Lead Frontend Games. Your passion for online casino games combined with your technical knowledge allows us to bring the best slots to the market.

About the role

Responsibilities

Game Development & Implementation
- Translate game design documents (GDD) into HTML5 game presentations.
- Break down GDD features into a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and create JIRA tickets.
- Ensure tasks are manageable within a maximum of one workweek and align with team estimates.
- Implement game features and functionality using TypeScript (latest standard).
- Follow best practices, ensuring well-typed and well-documented code.
- Use JavaScript (ECMAScript) only when necessary, documented with JSDoc.
Version Control & Code Management
- Work with Git (GitLab as the central repository).
- Commit code at least once per working day to feature branches.
- Follow semantic commit conventions, including (JIRA or similair) ticket ID.
- Submit merge requests (MR) when work is completed and defect-free.
- Address feedback from MR reviewers and elevate disputes to the Architect or Engineering Manager if needed.
- Ensure code adheres to Secure Development Principles.
Visual & Audio Effects Implementation
- Integrate static art, animations (Spine), image sequences, and particles.
- Use libraries like PIXI.js for optimal rendering performance.
- Collaborate with Tech Art to optimize assets for efficient implementation Code Quality & Optimization
Code Quality & Optimization
- Ensure clean, well-documented, and tested code.
- Use browser developer tools to track FPS, memory, CPU/GPU usage, and draw calls.
- Prioritize and fix bugs with utmost urgenc
- Maintain unit and integration test coverage, ensuring communicated line coverage is not reduced.
- Remove dead code and optimize project assets.
Game Code Building & Delivery
- Utilize Webpack for efficient bundling, minification, and optimizat
- Optimize images, text, and assets for a production-ready build.
- Understand and enhance GitLab CI for efficient deployment
- Ensure games are optimized for HTTP/HTTP2/HTTP3, WebSockets, and other network communications to enhance player experience.
Collaboration & Development Process
- Work closely with Game Producers, Art Directors, and QA to ensure smooth development.
- Conduct game demos for Product Owners.
- Address QA-reported defects with highest urgency.
- Follow structured development milestones:
  - Alpha – Game functions as per specification (even if assets are incomplete
  - Beta – Full asset implementation; game ready for QA testing

Requirements

At least 3 years of Game Development experience and 5 years overall development
Fluent in Typescript and Javascript (ES6) and HTML5/CSS3
Highly experienced with PixiJS, Phaser, or equivalent
Complete fluency in English, written and spoken
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Experienced with Git, JIRA (or equivalent Issue / Project tracking software), and GSuite
Attention to detail, problem-solving, and multitasking skills
Experience with Spine animations, including optimization

Nice to have

Experience with WebGL or other graphics programming API.
Casino slot player.
Creativity.
Background in statically typed languages.

Good to know

This full-time position is on an indefinite freelance basis for contractors within the Central European Timezone +/-2.

Why Work for Booming Games

Founder led. Impact driven. Employee centric.
At Booming Games, we're reshaping the iGaming world with our remote-first approach. Our rhythm? Thrilling slot games with captivating features and stunning designs released every two weeks - no exceptions! Here, it's all about co-ownership and real growth. Dive into a diverse team where your input powers every game we craft!

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