Unity Game Developer

Akima; Huntsville, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Solutions is seeking a Game Developer to join our hybrid team focused on serious games. You will implement gameplay features within Unity, collaborate with designers and artists, and maintain code quality across iterations.

The ideal candidate has a foundational programming background, a passion for games, and a willingness to learn proprietary tools while contributing to ongoing projects for a federal contracting environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of 2D/3D game mechanics.
• Proficiency in C#, C++, or similar languages.
• Familiarity with the Unity game engine.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers, artists, and senior developers to implement gameplay features.
• Follow development standards using proprietary development tools.
• Debug and resolve bugs, performance issues, and gameplay inconsistencies.
• Participate in regular development reviews and team meetings; stay updated with industry trends.

Skills

C# / C++

Unity

2D/3D game mechanics

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Game Development

Tools

Unity

Git

Job description

Pinnacle Solutions is looking for a passionate and motivated Game Developer to join our virtual development team. The ideal candidate has a foundational understanding of programming and game design principles, and a strong desire to learn and grow in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, have a can-do attitude, and be willing to take ownership and help grow the capabilities of our growing engineering team. This position will provide an opportunity to apply academic and professional experience to the creation of serious games. Daily work will require experience in the Unity game engine and the ability to learn custom frameworks and toolsets.

This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Applicants selected may be offered but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers, artists, and senior developers to implement gameplay features.
• Follow development standards using proprietary development tools.
• Debug and resolve bugs, performance issues, and gameplay inconsistencies.
• Participate in regular development reviews and team meetings. Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of 2D/3D game mechanics.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (C#, C++, etc.).
• Familiarity with the Unity game engine.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical skills and attention to detail are a must.
• Ability to work in a team and take constructive feedback.
• Strong communication skills.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Any clearance requirements for this position are established by the government contract.

Desired Qualification:

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN, Perforce, etc).
• Basic knowledge of game physics, or AI systems.
• Familiarity with agile development workflows.
• Experience in AR/VR development.
• Experience in the Lua programming language.
• One or more shipped titles.

Work Type

Hybrid

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is not just another federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Pinnacle Solutions, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Pinnacle Solutions provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Pinnacle Solutions delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.

As a Pinnacle Solutions employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.