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Lucky VR almost 2 years ago
canadasoftware development
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We're a virtual reality (VR) game development studio that's creating the next generation of online social gaming. Our exclusive partnership with PokerStars (the world's largest poker site) has propelled our debut game (PokerStars VR) to becoming one of the most popular multiplayer games in VR.

Originally based in Toronto, our team has adopted remote working for the future. As we continue to grow rapidly, we're looking for talented people to help make our ambitions a reality. If you're passionate about gaming and VR, we'd be delighted to hear from you!

Role

We are looking for an experienced Gameplay Programmer to join our team. You will be building the next generation of games across multiple platforms (Desktop VR, Mobile VR, Console VR). You have multiple years of experience with Unity (or other 3D game engines like Unreal) and are excited by the opportunity to build systems, interactions, and mechanics that are delightful, reliable, and performant for a live-service, online multiplayer game.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, implement, and maintain significant portions of our core game systems and tools across multiple platforms (Desktop VR, Mobile VR, Console VR)
  • Contribute creatively by being involved in the design process and proactively prototyping new ideas and solutions
  • Assist with build debugging and deployment across all platforms
  • Work on a wide variety of features and systems

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrable professional game development experience
  • Experience with version control software (Git)
  • Experience with rendering, memory and performance optimization
  • Experience with game security or cryptography
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Fluency in networking and multiplayer concepts
  • Fluency in C#
  • Experience with Unity, Unreal, or a similar game engine
  • Comfortable working in fast-moving, ambiguous development environments
  • A constant desire to learn, improve, and help others improve
  • Ability to onboard and work remotely

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with live services and rapid-deployment
  • Experience with modern gaming consoles and/or mobile game development
  • Experience with and passion for design
  • Virtual reality design experience on a shipped title
  • Experience with 3D packages such as Maya or 3DSMax
  • Multiplayer networking experience
  • Ability to solve technical design and development problems spanning multiple disciplines

Lucky VR is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Please note, only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We encourage all interested applicants to apply. We value passion and work ethic, if you are a talented programmer who wants to work on the cutting edge of technology, we want to work with you.