Get a job: Turbine seeks an experienced Android Engineer

March 4, 2016
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Senior Android EngineerTurbine, Inc.

Location: Needham, MA

Turbine, Inc. seeks a Senior Android Engineer for its Needham, MA development studio.

In this position, you will have a hands on role in defining and implementing key game systems and features, as well as integrating existing libraries or services. You will focus on client side technologies, porting to iOS/Android, and optimizing performance for mobile devices.

This position requires close collaboration with all other disciplines to help capture, develop and communicate a coherent vision of our game systems, features and tools. You will also be a leader in establishing best practices, assisting / mentoring other engineers on the team and identifying problem areas / opportunities for improvement in the codebase.  We are looking for candidates with a passion for games and game development.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist in setting performance targets and optimize performance for all mobile devices

  • Port and maintain systems for iOS and Android platforms

  • Game system / feature design & implementation.

  • Library / Service integration.

  • General game development programming, including UI, and debugging.

  • Prototype new gameplay ideas and concepts.

  • Implement robust, flexible, and well-architected systems.

  • Requirements Gathering / Documentation.

  • Assess middleware and 3rd party mobile technology solutions.

  • Adhere to and promote Unity best practices

  • Review the work of other mobile engineers to ensure adherence to design, patterns and coding standards.

  • Work closely with other team members, and take technical feedback.

  • Participate in development scheduling and hit deadlines for assigned tasks.

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

  • 4+ years of game industry experience.  Solid programming skills and passion for making games.

  • 2+ years Unity development experience, using the 4.x and 5.x platform.

  • Experience with Mobile development is a must. Candidate should have shipped at least two mobile games on Android and iOS.

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

  • Solid knowledge of C#.

  • Strong practical knowledge of mobile, platforms middleware technologies, strengths and weaknesses.

  • Experience with client technologies and user interface development, including mobile input handlers

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