Java LibGDX Game Developer – Cross‑Platform Focus

Crossing Hurdles; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles in South Africa is seeking a skilled game developer to design, develop, and maintain engaging 2D and 3D games using Java and the libGDX framework. The ideal candidate will have strong Java programming skills, experience in cross-platform development, and the ability to optimize game performance. Join a collaborative team to create high-quality interactive gaming experiences. Strong communication skills and clear documentation practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java programming, especially in game development.
• Strong experience working with the libGDX framework.
• Solid understanding of cross-platform game development principles.
• Ability to optimize performance and improve code efficiency.
• Experience building modular and reusable codebases.
• Strong communication skills with clear documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain 2D and 3D games using Java and libGDX.
• Collaborate with designers and developers to create engaging gameplay experiences.
• Optimize game performance across desktop, Android, and web platforms.
• Build reusable and modular code structures for scalable development.
• Implement gameplay mechanics, UI elements, and interactive features.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Communicate progress, feedback, and technical insights with the team.

Skills

Java programming

Game development

libGDX

Cross-platform development

Code optimization

Communication skills

Job description

Crossing Hurdles in South Africa is seeking a skilled game developer to design, develop, and maintain engaging 2D and 3D games using Java and the libGDX framework. The ideal candidate will have strong Java programming skills, experience in cross-platform development, and the ability to optimize game performance. Join a collaborative team to create high-quality interactive gaming experiences. Strong communication skills and clear documentation practices are essential.