About the role
Job Overview
- Location: Vancouver
- Department: Game Engineering
- Employment Type: Contractor
- Work Model: Hybrid
- Duration: Minimum 4 months, with possibility of extension
Role Summary
We are looking for a Frontend Senior Software Engineer to join us on a contract for an unannounced project with a large IP partner. The key function of the Senior Software Engineer is to build and maintain complex systems and tools. This position works collaboratively with other engineers and teams to maintain high performance and optimize workflows to support our game teams.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to software design, development, and maintenance, ensuring code quality and adherence to best practices.
- Architect solutions for complex technical challenges and make informed technology decisions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and departments, facilitating effective communication.
- Ensure system performance, scalability, and security, implementing advanced practices.
- Resolve critical software issues and drive documentation for knowledge sharing.
- Architect and build screens, widgets, and other UI elements in an extensible way.
- Review feature designs and provide input on costs and possible alternatives.
- Work closely with producers, artists, designers and other programmers in a highly collaborative and agile environment.
- Build and support tools that improve the workflows of artists, designers, and other programmers.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in software development, preferably in gaming.
- Technical Skills:
- Expert-level experience with C#.
- Knowledge of UI technical best practices (on Console, PC, or Mobile).
- Experience with Unity GUI or NGUI frameworks.
- Professional proficiency with multiple game engines, or proven ability to pick up new ones.
- Experience in Android / iOS Mobile application development.
- Project History: Shipped multiple titles starting from prototype stage (on Console, PC, or Mobile).
- Core Competencies:
- Ability to write clean, simple, well-documented code from design requirements.
- Proven track record of working independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team setting.
- Up-to-date knowledge on the latest mobile gaming trends.
- Ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical team members.
- Experience working in Agile, Kanban, or similar project management methodologies.
Compensation
- Rate: $58 - $73 an hour.
- The typical hiring range listed above is specific to candidates located in Vancouver. Compensation will be determined based on your knowledge, skills and competencies.
- If your expectations don’t fully align with the provided range, you are still encouraged to apply; considerations may be made based on your experience level.
Company Culture and Information
- Kabam is a world leader in developing entertaining, immersive, and highly social multiplayer games, bringing high-quality graphics, next-generation technology, and revolutionary gameplay to players around the world.
- Founded in 2006, Kabam has studios and offices in Vancouver and Montreal in Canada, and Los Angeles and San Francisco in the United States.
- Kabam is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Netmarble Games.
- Kabam is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and equitable workplace, and inclusive environment for all existing and potential employees.
- Employment decisions are based on candidate qualifications and business need, not race, color, ancestry, place of origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, political belief, religion, creed, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, prior criminal conviction or any other protected class in accordance with federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances.
- Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.