Game Developer Job New York City area,New York USA,Software Development

Game Developer

We are seeking a creative and passionate Game Developer to design, develop, and maintain engaging video games across multiple platforms including PC, Console, Mobile, and Web. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills, experience with game engines, and a deep understanding of game mechanics, graphics, physics, and performance optimization. This role involves collaborating with game designers, artists, QA teams, and product stakeholders to deliver high-quality gaming experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and implement game features, mechanics, and systems.
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for gameplay functionality.
Collaborate with game designers, artists, animators, and sound engineers to bring game concepts to life.
Develop and integrate game assets, animations, UI elements, and visual effects.
Optimize game performance, memory usage, and frame rates across platforms.
Debug and resolve gameplay, rendering, networking, and performance issues.
Implement multiplayer, networking, and online gaming features where applicable.
Participate in code reviews and follow software development best practices.
Create and maintain technical documentation for game systems and architecture.
Stay current with gaming industry trends, technologies, and development methodologies.

Required Skills:

Strong understanding of game development principles and software engineering practices.
Experience developing 2D and 3D games.
Knowledge of game physics, AI, animation, and rendering techniques.
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
Ability to work in a collaborative and fast-paced development environment.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Technical

Skills:

Programming

Languages:

C++, C#, Java, Python
Game Engines:
Unity, Unreal Engine, Godot
Graphics APIs:
OpenGL, DirectX, Vulkan
Scripting:
Lua, Python
Version Control:
Git, Git Hub, Perforce
Databases:
MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL
Multiplayer Technologies:
Photon, Mirror, Netcode for Game Objects
Mobile Development:
Android, iOS
Cloud Services: AWS, Azure, Play Fab
3D Modeling Integration:
Blender, Maya, 3ds Max

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Game Development, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Game Development certifications are a plus.

Experience:

2–6 years of experience in Game Development or Software Development.
Hands-on experience with Unity, Unreal Engine, or similar game development platforms.
Experience developing and releasing games on PC, Mobile, Console, or Web platforms.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Multiplayer and Online Game Development.
Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems for gaming.
Experience with AR/VR development using Unity XR or Unreal Engine.
Familiarity with game monetization systems, in-app purchases, and live services.
Understanding of game analytics and player engagement metrics.

Preferred Qualities:

Passion for gaming and interactive entertainment.
Strong creativity and attention to detail.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing project requirements.
Commitment to delivering high-quality gaming experiences.

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Location:

Remote / Hybrid / On-site