Remote Senior Unity Engineer

Description:

• Big Viking Games is seeking a highly skilled Senior Unity Engineer to join their dynamic development team.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Unity and C# programming, with a strong background in developing high-quality games or applications.
• The role involves taking ownership of the entire development lifecycle for Unity-based projects, from concept to delivery.
• The engineer will collaborate closely with designers, artists, and other engineers to implement new features and enhance existing ones.
• Responsibilities include optimizing applications for maximum speed and scalability across various platforms.
• The engineer will mentor junior team members, providing guidance and fostering a culture of learning and growth.
• Conducting code reviews to maintain high-quality code standards and best practices is also a key responsibility.
• The role requires identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving complex technical issues promptly.
• Staying current with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices is essential to ensure competitive products.
• The engineer will contribute to project planning, estimation, and risk management to meet deadlines and deliverables.
• Developing and maintaining automated testing frameworks to ensure code quality and reliability is part of the job.
• The engineer will coordinate with external vendors and contractors, managing timelines and deliverables to ensure quality standards are met.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is mandatory.
• A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in Unity development is required.
• The candidate must have at least 3 published games to their credit.
• Previous experience in a senior or lead engineering role is necessary.
• Expert proficiency in Unity and C# programming is required.
• A strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns is essential.
• Experience with 3D/2D game mechanics, physics, animation, and UI development is needed.
• Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN) is required.
• Knowledge of mobile and web pipelines is necessary.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail are mandatory.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment is required.
• Proven leadership and mentorship capabilities are necessary.
• Preferred qualifications include experience with multiplayer/networking technologies, familiarity with shader programming and graphics optimization techniques, previous experience working on an MMO, and experience with ActionScript.

Benefits:

• The position offers health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Employees receive a generous amount of paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and sick days.
• Competitive salaries are provided.
• Opportunities for professional growth are available.
• Health and wellness benefits are included.
• The company has a peer recognition program and rewards called Vikoins.
• Stock options are part of the benefits package.
• Group RRSP matching is offered.
• Remote events and meetings are organized to keep employees connected and share company updates.
• A remote work environment is provided.