Job Description

About the employer

vrCAVE is a rapidly growing software startup company that has developed its own multiplayer virtual reality platform which is sold to entertainment operators around the world. We have over 250 customer locations around the world using our products.

Job description: Customer Success Specialist

vrCAVE is expanding its Virtual Reality products line-up. We are searching for energized team members who are excited about developing in this cutting-edge field. We are looking for a 3D Game developer to turn game ideas into code in a fast moving, innovative environment. The position involves various aspects of game development; from concept to finished product including coding, programming, audio, design, visual arts, production, troubleshooting, and technical support.

This is a hybrid position: in-person on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday, and remotely on Tuesday and Thursday.

Responsibilities

Use Unreal Engine's blueprint scripting engine to help build VR games Add crucial features to extend the capabilities of the VR application in C++ Provide technical support and troubleshooting Contribute to the design features of the game Validate and verify all coding deliverables to assure quality Create and maintain detailed technical documentation Maintain code, and fix bugs of content offered through vrCAVE

Requirements

Strong skills in one or more aspects of 3D game creation, including: 3D computer graphics, game modding/scripting, etc Knowledge of computer programming in a language like C++, Python, or similar Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively Interest and eagerness in exploring new technology Motivation to learn, and perseverance in solving complex issues
The following are considered an asset

Experience in working with a modern game engine: (particularly Unreal Engine, but experience with Unity, Source Engine, etc. also an asset) Experience with 3D content production tools such as Blender 3D, 3dsmax, Maya, etc Experience with Photoshop or other image editing software Some experience with version control (particularly Git) Experience working with multiplayer video game client-server architecture Up-to-date with the latest gaming trends, techniques, best practices and technologies Have made a video game before (or a game mod) High level knowledge of game design Hands-on experience developing applications in Python and Javascript Experience developing web applications with the Django framework Experience in customer support and troubleshooting
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,000.00-$83,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Extended health care Flexible schedule Life insurance Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

game development: 3 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB