Remote Lead Game Developer (Unity/C#)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

International team

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Lead Game Developer with Unity and C# expertise to guide a talented, international team. You will shape technical direction and mentor developers while delivering ambitious game titles in a fully remote setup.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in game development, ships titles on PC/console/mobile, and strong leadership and debugging skills. You will collaborate across disciplines and optimize performance across platforms.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional game development experience, with 2+ years in a lead or senior technical role.
• Strong Unity and C# expertise with shipped titles on PC/console/mobile.
• Experience mentoring developers, code reviews, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of game developers through the full development lifecycle.
• Oversee technical design and architecture using Unity and C#.
• Write high-quality, maintainable C# code for game systems and features.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and producers to realize concepts.
• Implement features, optimize performance, and ensure platform targets.
• Conduct code reviews, guide best practices, and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Drive R&D for new technologies and manage development timelines.

Skills

Unity

C#

Lead role

Remote collaboration

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Git

Perforce

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative and ambitious independent game studio, is looking for a talented and visionary Remote Lead Game Developer with expertise in Unity and C# . This is a fully remote position, allowing you to shape groundbreaking gaming experiences from anywhere, while contributing to a studio with a significant presence and reach, including the region of Rustenburg, North West, ZA . You will lead a passionate team of developers, driving the technical direction and execution of exciting new game titles. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of game development principles, a proven ability to mentor and guide developers, and a strong portfolio of shipped games. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leadership role in creating engaging and memorable interactive entertainment, enjoying the flexibility and freedom of a fully remote setup.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of game developers throughout the entire game development lifecycle.
• Oversee the technical design and architecture of game projects using Unity and C#.
• Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable C# code for game mechanics, systems, and features.
• Collaborate closely with designers, artists, and producers to bring game concepts to life.
• Implement and optimize game features, ensuring performance targets are met.
• Conduct code reviews, provide technical guidance, and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across different platforms.
• Contribute to R&D efforts for new technologies and game development techniques.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables related to development tasks.
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 7+ years of professional experience in game development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior technical role.
• Expertise in Unity game engine and C# programming.
• Proven experience shipping successful titles on major platforms (PC, console, mobile).
• Strong understanding of game design principles, physics, AI, and rendering.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, Perforce).
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and optimization skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with other game engines or programming languages is a plus.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Highly competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and exciting game projects.
• Be part of a creative and passionate international team.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to shaping the future of interactive entertainment.