Game Developer (Designer/Programmer/Animator/Tester)

3 - 8 years

15 - 27 Lacs

Posted:3 weeks ago| Platform: Naukri logo

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Work Mode

Remote

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

Game Developer

1. Game Design & Development:

  • Collaborate with designers and other developers to create and implement engaging game mechanics, systems, and interactive features.
  • Design and structure gameplay, balancing mechanics to provide players with a compelling experience.
  • Integrate art, animation, sound, and other content into the game while ensuring smooth gameplay functionality across platforms.

2. Game Programming & Coding:

  • Write and optimize clean, maintainable code for gameplay features, UI elements, and game systems using languages such as

    C++, C#, or Python

    .
  • Work with game engines like

    Unity

    or

    Unreal Engine

    to develop features that will run seamlessly across various platforms (PC, mobile, console).
  • Handle the technical aspects of the game, such as game physics, AI, multiplayer functionality, and performance optimization.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues, bugs, and ensure smooth cross-platform compatibility.

3. Animation & Visual Integration:

  • Create and implement 2D/3D animations to support gameplay and ensure the games visual appeal.
  • Collaborate with the art team to integrate models, animations, and textures, ensuring they work seamlessly within the game engine.
  • Ensure proper integration of character animations, environmental animations, and in-game cutscenes to enhance the user experience.

4. Quality Assurance & Testing:

  • Perform detailed testing to ensure game functionality, gameplay balance, and visual effects are free of bugs and meet performance requirements.
  • Identify, debug, and fix issues related to gameplay, AI, graphics, and performance across different platforms and devices.
  • Document, track, and report defects in bug tracking systems, following through to resolution.

5. Collaboration & Iteration:

  • Participate in agile development cycles, providing regular feedback and contributing to iterations based on user feedback and playtesting.
  • Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including designers, artists, and other developers, to ensure game design and technical requirements are met.
  • Maintain clear and organized documentation of development progress, code, and design specifications.

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience

    : 3 to 9 years of professional experience in game development, with expertise in at least one of the following:

    Game Design

    ,

    Programming

    ,

    Animation

    , or

    Testing

    .
  • Skills

    :
    • Game Programming

      : Proficiency in

      C++

      ,

      C#

      , or

      Python

      . Strong experience with game engines like

      Unity

      or

      Unreal Engine

      .
    • Game Design

      : Understanding of gameplay mechanics, user experience (UX), and how to structure interactive systems that are fun and engaging.
    • Animation

      : Experience in

      2D/3D animation

      pipelines using tools like

      Blender

      ,

      Maya

      , or

      3D Studio Max

      , and implementing animations within game engines.
    • Testing

      : Strong debugging skills and experience in manual testing, regression testing, and ensuring the game works smoothly across platforms (PC, mobile, console).
  • Technical Proficiency

    :
    • Experience in developing games for

      PC, mobile, or console

      platforms.
    • Proficiency with

      version control tools

      (e.g., Git, SVN).
    • Knowledge of

      game optimization

      , including performance tuning and memory management.
    • Ability to work with

      multiplayer game development

      and network synchronization.
  • Soft Skills

    :
    • Excellent communication skills to collaborate with a distributed, multidisciplinary team.
    • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.
    • Passionate about gaming, with a deep understanding of what makes games enjoyable and engaging.

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