WebGL/Front End Game Developer

PLAYSTUDIOS is seeking a WebGL/Front End Engineer to join our team. The Front End Engineer will develop PLAYSTUDIOS’s Pixar-quality slots games on the Facebook Canvas platform.

Every day, millions of players enjoy an ever-growing collection of slot and table games through PLAYSTUDIOS’ growing portfolio of gaming products and earn an unprecedented selection of valuable, real-world rewards. PLAYSTUDIOS is partnered with King, Konami, and MGM. The company has a deep passion for quality and wants someone with a high personal bar.

Responsibilities:

• Rapid development of front-end UI using the following platforms for online social network games: WebGL, Haxe, Starling, and Flash.
• Port legacy Flash content to newer HTML5-based technologies.
• Play an active role in software design decisions.
• Architect and implement game logic and interface with data services.
• Actively participate in the game development process, engaging the team and resolving issues.
• Work directly with talented designers, artists and producers to ensure the smooth development of quality products.
• Work with producers to break down high-level goals into tasks and timelines.
• Identify development methodologies to continually improve our production practices and efficiency.
• Construct well organized .FLA files.
• Improve and automate technical art pipeline with scripting (such as JSFL)

Requirements:

• Current and advanced knowledge of preferred game client technologies listed above.
• 2+ years industry experience building popular consumer games at scale.
• Extensive experience with HTTP technologies and REST/JSON interfaces.
• Game development and Facebook API experience a plus.
• Familiarity with agile processes.
• Debugging skills.
• Understanding of user-interface design principles, interaction design guidelines and usability methodologies.
• Superior communication and organization skills, flexibility and the proven ability to build quality products.
• Degree in CS/Engineering (or equivalent) preferred, an advanced degree is even better.
• Knowledge of slot games is beneficial.

Bonus:

• Casino gaming domain knowledge.
• Familiarity with agile processes.
• Experience with C# and Visual Studio.
• Game development experience in Unity, OpenGL/Open FL and HTML5 Canvas.

About PLAYSTUDIOS

PLAYSTUDIOS is a developer of engaging casual games for the world’s largest social and mobile platforms. Founded by a team of experienced gaming and technology entrepreneurs, PLAYSTUDIOS’ flagship free-to-play application, myVEGAS, combines the best elements of popular social games with established casino gaming mechanics. Along with myVEGAS, PLAYSTUDIOS’ portfolio of games also includes products developed with a diverse group of partners, including King, Konami, and MGM.

Benefits and Perks

• 100% health benefit coverage for you and your dependents!
• 401K plan and stock options.
• Flexible vacation policy.
• Great downtown Burlingame location with extensive nearby dining options.
• Employee-driven entertainment, happy hours, and team-building events.
• Catered lunches multiple times per week.
• Snacks and drinks available in the kitchen.
• Casual startup-like environment.
• An open, collaborative work space.
• Commuter benefits program.