Our Mission We strive for greatness. This means we want our games studio to be the first globally competitive company built in India that can compete against the world's most prominent players, like Timi Tencent, Supercell, and Activision Blizzard. Greatness will be defined by taking on difficult challenges and relentlessly pursuing excellence. We seek greatness in the products we build (initially games), but more importantly in our people and the organization we build. We are not there yet, and we seek an exceptional leader who can help our engineering team achieve global competitiveness. Roles & Responsibilities You will be the driving force behind our technical excellence. You'll work closely with our team to implement best practices, improve our architecture, and create a high-performance engineering culture. Over a 6-9 month period, you'll also immerse yourself in game development, Unity, and C# to become a well-rounded technical leader in the gaming space. Drive maximum development velocity through direct involvement in development sprints, ensuring developers work as efficiently and effectively as possible. Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Drive architectural decisions that ensure scalable, maintainable, and high-performance game products. Foster a high-performance engineering culture aligned with ambitious goals, accountability, and proactive problem-solving. Implement and enforce engineering best practices (e.g., code reviews, testing, documentation) and the adoption of new tools, technologies including AI, and methodologies to optimize team efficiency. Transition our team to a high-performance culture aligned with our ambitious, venture-backed goals. Requirements 8+ years of software engineering experience with at least 3+ years in a technical leadership role Ability to reasonably estimate and plan tasks and features. Strong programming fundamentals and hands-on coding abilities Strong grasp of software architecture, TDD, code reviews, and clean coding principles. Proficient at profiling games to identify bottlenecks and performance issues. Experience building complex, scalable software systems Proven track record of driving architectural decisions and technical excellence Experience mentoring and developing engineering talent Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex technical concepts Experience with agile development methodologies Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience Lila Games is a learning organization, and one of the fundamental principles of our company is to unlock human potential with learning through challenging work. We seek those who desire to become masters of their craft. You should expect to supercharge your learning once you get into this role, but hard work and effort are expected. Before applying, please review our LILA Games | Business Values ( https://bit.ly/3rsN1ti) document. We take our culture incredibly seriously and will not accommodate a Values mismatch in our company. So please make sure your Values are in alignment before you apply! Show more Show less

Job Details Type: Permanent Full-time Location: Bangalore, India LILA Games is looking for a passionate QA Game Tester to join our studio in Bangalore, India, contributing to the delivery of exciting new mobile shooter game experiences for a global audience. As a QA Game Tester, you will be an integral part of the QA team, responsible for executing comprehensive testing across multiple game titles. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest quality of gameplay and user experience. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the game testing lifecycle. Responsibilities Execute functional, regression, negative, smoke, and matchmaking sanity tests on new mobile shooter games to identify gameplay issues. Actively report bugs, maintain detailed documentation, and provide daily updates on testing progress. Log issues in Jira and collaborate with development teams to ensure timely resolution. Critically review design specifications to provide player-focused feedback, identifying inconsistencies, ambiguities, and edge cases. Participate in playtests and collaborate with design, art, level design, and engineering teams to discuss playability and suggest actionable improvements. Manage iOS and Android devices to ensure proper allocation and availability for testing. Maintain clear and detailed test cases and bug reports with strong technical writing skills. Must Have Qualifications 1-2 years of experience in QA or related roles within the gaming or entertainment industry. Extensive experience playing mid-core or hard-core shooter games such as BGMI, PUBG, COD Mobile, or Garena Free Fire. Strong fundamental understanding of the game testing lifecycle and its applications. Excellent written communication skills with the ability to craft clear and concise test cases and bug reports. Experience logging defects in Jira or similar defect tracking systems. Proactive, disciplined, and a strong team player with ownership and resilience. Willingness to work in-studio in Bangalore and start immediately. Bonus Skills Near-pro or pro-level experience in competitive shooter games as a player, coach, or analyst. Skilled at understanding player sentiment and identifying root causes of enjoyment or frustration. Familiarity with game engines, programming, scripting, or test automation. Eligibility & Cultural Fit Willingness to relocate to Bangalore, India, if not already based there. Alignment with LILA Games’ culture and values is essential. Please review our LILA Games | Business Values before applying. We prioritize a culture of open communication, problem-solving, and high-quality delivery. Commitment to a hardworking, “get it done” attitude, with a focus on solutions rather than politics. Application Process Written Test: You will receive a written test by email. Video Interviews: Selected candidates will be invited to 2-3 video interviews. Live Interview: Demonstrate bug finding and reporting skills live on our project. Offer: Successful candidates will receive a formal offer letter with compensation and logistical details. On-boarding: Prior to joining, candidates are required to review our Values & Culture materials and complete assigned tasks. Begin: All necessary work materials, including a computer and accessories, will be provided at our Bangalore office. Lila Games is a learning organization, and one of the fundamental principles of our company is to unlock human potential with learning through challenging work. We seek those who desire to become masters of their craft. You should expect to supercharge your learning once you get into this role, but hard work and effort are expected. Before applying, please review our LILA Games | Business Values ( https://bit.ly/3rsN1ti) document. We take our culture incredibly seriously and will not accommodate a Values mismatch in our company. So please make sure your Values are in alignment before you apply! Show more Show less

Job Details Type: Contract/Freelancer Location: Bangalore, Indiranagar (Bangalore-based candidates preferred for occasional in-person meetings, but remote candidates will also be considered) About Us We are a game development studio based in Bangalore, creating an exciting mobile extraction shooter game and several AI-based games. We're looking for a talented video editor to help us create compelling content for our social media platforms and YouTube channel to showcase our game development journey and engage with our audience. Role Overview We're seeking a skilled video editor who can create both short-form and long-form video content. The ideal candidate will have experience with gaming content, startup journey documentation, and creating engaging social media videos that drive audience growth and engagement. Responsibilities Create high-quality short-form videos ( up to 60 seconds) for TikTok/Instagram/YouTube Shorts and (up to 15 minutes) for LinkedIn, that showcase content on game development and company culture Edit long-form documentary-style videos (over 60 minutes minutes) for YouTube highlighting our startup journey, game development process, and day-in-the-life content Develop a consistent visual style that aligns with our brand identity Collaborate with our team to understand content requirements and implement creative direction Manage video projects from concept to final delivery with minimal supervision Meet project deadlines and quality standards consistently Requirements 2+ years of professional video editing experience Portfolio demonstrating experience with both short-form social media content and long-form documentary-style videos Proficiency in industry-standard video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, etc.) Strong understanding of editing techniques, visual storytelling, pacing, and sound design Experience with gaming content or understanding of the gaming industry is highly preferred Familiarity with current social media trends and platform-specific content requirements Ability to work independently and adapt to feedback quickly Strong time management and communication skills Nice To Have Experience with startup or tech industry content creation Knowledge of mobile game development Motion graphics skills Sound design experience Understanding of YouTube algorithm and optimization strategies Previous work with content similar to WTF YouTube channel and Product Growth YouTube channel Interview Process #1. First round: Submit your portfolio We aim to produce high-quality, long-form and short-form videos with a focus on game development for our company, Lila Games. Long-form Examples That We Like Studio Interview of Hypernova: https://youtu.be/UDpI-wo8TX8?si=pCB5AkE4TkHqdgsC Employee Profile: https://youtu.be/-vUkCaE-7Mc?si=NlQlzQDlZ4a6DZsO WTF is Gaming: https://youtu.be/VIlfHB7Jk2s?si=BVwlPcqxiNNPpl8s WTF Remote Interview: https://youtu.be/y5Ewu8wYgqM?si=860hzhzYKDqHreuI Short-form We are open to different formats. You can submit examples of short-form content you have created in our link below. Portfolio Submission Use the following link to submit your portfolio that demonstrates your ability to create similar videos: LINK #2. Second round : Intro Call Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview with Lila HR over a 30-minute intro call: A quick chat to align on experience, mindset, and availability. #3. Third round: Final Interview A creative deep dive with Lila CEO to discuss your approach, clarify objectives, and determine whether there is good alignment on vision. We may also provide paid test to finalists to determine who can create the highest quality videos for us.

Job Details Type: 2-month contract (with potential for full-time based on performance) Location: Bangalore, India LILA Games is looking for a passionate QA Game Tester to join our studio in Bangalore, India, contributing to the delivery of exciting new mobile shooter game experiences for a global audience. As a QA Game Tester, you will be an integral part of the QA team, responsible for executing comprehensive testing across multiple game titles. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest quality of gameplay and user experience. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the game testing lifecycle. Responsibilities Execute functional, regression, negative, smoke, and matchmaking sanity tests on new mobile shooter games to identify gameplay issues. Actively report bugs, maintain detailed documentation, and provide daily updates on testing progress. Log issues in Jira and collaborate with development teams to ensure timely resolution. Critically review design specifications to provide player-focused feedback, identifying inconsistencies, ambiguities, and edge cases. Participate in playtests and collaborate with design, art, level design, and engineering teams to discuss playability and suggest actionable improvements. Manage iOS and Android devices to ensure proper allocation and availability for testing. Maintain clear and detailed test cases and bug reports with strong technical writing skills. Must Have Qualifications 1-2 years of experience in QA or related roles within the gaming or entertainment industry. Extensive experience playing mid-core or hard-core shooter games such as BGMI, PUBG, COD Mobile, or Garena Free Fire. Strong fundamental understanding of the game testing lifecycle and its applications. Excellent written communication skills with the ability to craft clear and concise test cases and bug reports. Experience logging defects in Jira or similar defect tracking systems. Proactive, disciplined, and a strong team player with ownership and resilience. Willingness to work in-studio in Bangalore and start immediately. Bonus Skills Near-pro or pro-level experience in competitive shooter games as a player, coach, or analyst. Skilled at understanding player sentiment and identifying root causes of enjoyment or frustration. Familiarity with game engines, programming, scripting, or test automation. Eligibility & Cultural Fit Willingness to relocate to Bangalore, India, if not already based there. Alignment with LILA Games’ culture and values is essential. Please review our LILA Games | Business Values before applying. We prioritize a culture of open communication, problem-solving, and high-quality delivery. Commitment to a hardworking, “get it done” attitude, with a focus on solutions rather than politics. Application Process Written Test: You will receive a written test by email. Video Interviews: Selected candidates will be invited to 2-3 video interviews. Live Interview: Demonstrate bug finding and reporting skills live on our project. Offer: Successful candidates will receive a formal offer letter with compensation and logistical details. On-boarding: Prior to joining, candidates are required to review our Values & Culture materials and complete assigned tasks. Begin: All necessary work materials, including a computer and accessories, will be provided at our Bangalore office. Lila Games is a learning organization, and one of the fundamental principles of our company is to unlock human potential with learning through challenging work. We seek those who desire to become masters of their craft. You should expect to supercharge your learning once you get into this role, but hard work and effort are expected. Before applying, please review our LILA Games | Business Values ( https://bit.ly/3rsN1ti) document. We take our culture incredibly seriously and will not accommodate a Values mismatch in our company. So please make sure your Values are in alignment before you apply!