IGG Canada is a premium mobile game studio located at 5 East 8th Ave. Vancouver, Canada.
With spectacular views of the downtown skyline, coastal mountains, and English Bay, our new studio is spacious, high-tech, and inspiring. IGG Canada is a division of IGG (I Got Games), a global interactive digital entertainment company that specializes in the development and operation of Mobile Games. Established in 2006, IGG was founded with the aim of becoming a leading multiplayer game publisher and developer. The company has rapidly expanded its global operations, through strategic partnerships with popular gaming platforms such as Facebook, iOS, Amazon, Google Play, Kongregate, and many others. IGG currently operates studios in China, Philippines, Singapore, the U.S., and Canada (opened in 2013).If you're passionate about creating mobile games that reach millions of players around the world and are interested in becoming an integral member of our Canadian team of superheroes, we want to hear from you!
Position: Unity Developer/Programmer (Mobile Game)
Report to: Lead Programmer
Department: Game
Hiring Level: All levels (Junior to Senior)
Contract length: Permanent with 3-month probation
Workplace: At Office
Hiring Processes:
1. Resume
2. Interview(s)
3. Offer
Responsibilities
This position entails a Front-End Generalist role with the following key responsibilities:
- Design and Development Proficiency: Proficiently utilize Unity3D for both design and development tasks, while effectively outlining programming specifications to guide implementation.
- Code Creation and Scripting: Undertake the responsibility of crafting well-structured code in C# and other scripting languages. This code will cater to diverse game systems such as artificial intelligence, physics, graphics, and sound, ensuring seamless integration and operational functionality.
- Collaboration and Progress Coordination: Facilitate effective collaboration by coordinating efforts with the art, resource, and other relevant departments. This coordination ensures the smooth advancement of game development, with a focus on sustaining regular progress.
- Performance Optimization: Take ownership of optimizing game performance to provide players with a polished and responsive experience. This involves identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks, including load time reduction and resolution of performance-related concerns.
- These responsibilities collectively contribute to the holistic game development process, ultimately leading to the creation of engaging and high-quality games. All related tasks within this scope will be diligently performed.
Skills and Qualifications
1. Strong programming skills in C# or other scripting languages
2. Understand the Shaderlab language and physics engine of Unity3D and be familiar with 3D graphics;
3. Proficient in Unity3D game engine and 3D animation knowledge, able to use Javascript/C# in Unity to complete level production;
4. Experience in Unity3D online game development, including IOS and Android platforms;
5. Develop Unity3D and Maya or 3D model coordination specifications;
6. Good team spirit, communication and excellent organization and coordination skills;
7. A love of games, approach issues in a serious and responsible way, and able to work under pressure;
8. Experience in SLG game and 3D game project development is preferred;
9. Knowledge of AI techniques like midjourney, Chat GPT etc. is a plus;
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive benefits after 3 months including health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- 18 days of accrued paid Vacation + Sick Days.
- Reimbursement for Active Living Benefits and Training/Development fees after 3 months.
- Dependent/Child Benefits.
- Paid Holiday Closure between Christmas & New Year's week.
- Paid Statutory holidays.
- RRSP matching after 1 year.
- Monthly Commuter Allowance after 3 months.
- Monthly team lunches.
Perks:
- On-site car and bike parking.
- Work hours: 10 am to 6 pm with 1 hour paid lunch.
- On-Site Foosball table, table tennis, basketball game machine & pool table.
- On-Site Gym.
- Casual Dress Code.
- Gifts for employee's children.
- Snacks and drinks provided.
- Festival Bonus/Gifts.
- Referral Bonuses.
If you're passionate about creating mobile games that reach millions of players around the world and are interested in becoming an integral member of our Canadian team of superheroes, we want to hear from you!