Senior Game Developer (Unity)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible working hours

Remote work option

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Game Developer specialized in Unity to join our Pretoria studio. You will design, develop, and optimize core game systems and features for upcoming titles, collaborating with designers, artists, and engineers to deliver engaging gameplay experiences.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in game development with Unity, strong C# skills, a solid OO design foundation, and a track record of shipped titles. Remote work option may be available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional game development experience with Unity.
• Strong C# skills and Unity engine knowledge (UI, physics, animation).
• Solid object-oriented programming and design pattern understanding.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable gameplay systems using C# and Unity.
• Collaborate with designers and artists to translate concepts into features.
• Optimize performance, memory usage, and code quality.
• Write clean, documented code and follow best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across platforms.

Skills

C#

Unity

OO design

Git

Teamwork

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and passionate Senior Game Developer specializing in Unity to join their innovative studio in Pretoria . This role is essential for designing, developing, and optimizing core game systems and features for upcoming titles. You will work closely with designers, artists, and other engineers to bring engaging gameplay experiences to life. We seek an individual with a strong command of C# and the Unity engine, who is adept at problem-solving and contributing to a collaborative development environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of interactive entertainment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable gameplay systems using C# and the Unity engine.
• Collaborate closely with game designers and artists to translate gameplay concepts into functional features.
• Optimize game performance, memory usage, and overall codebase quality.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices.
• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to improve team output.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across various development platforms.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in game development, with a strong focus on Unity.
• Expert proficiency in C# and the Unity engine, including experience with its various systems (e.g., UI, physics, animation).
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and software design patterns.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• A strong portfolio of shipped titles or significant game development projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Flexible working hours and a remote work option.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and development tools.
• A creative and supportive studio culture in Pretoria .