Lead Game Developer - Paper.io 2
Description For Lead Game Developer - Paper.io 2
Voodoo, a leading mobile gaming company ranked #3 worldwide in downloads after Google and Meta, is seeking a Lead Game Developer for Paper.io 2. With 800 employees and over 7 billion downloads, Voodoo has established itself as a powerhouse in mobile entertainment.
The position offers flexibility with options to be based in Paris, Amsterdam, or fully remote within CET +/-2h. You'll join the Live games team, focusing on Paper.io 2, working alongside industry veterans in a small but growing experimentation team. The role combines technical leadership with creative game development, requiring expertise in Unity and C# programming.
As Lead Game Developer, you'll drive technical innovation while mentoring senior developers, ensuring code quality, and contributing to game features that entertain millions. The role demands 7+ years of Unity experience, strong optimization skills, and a proven track record in mobile game development.
The company's impressive portfolio includes successful titles like Mob Control and Block Jam, alongside popular apps like BeReal and Wizz. With over 200 million active users and more than 10 hybrid games generating $20m+ yearly, Voodoo offers an exciting opportunity to impact global mobile gaming.
This position is perfect for a technical leader who combines creative vision with strong development skills, offering the chance to shape the future of one of mobile gaming's most successful publishers while working with a talented, multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities For Lead Game Developer - Paper.io 2
- Create innovative features
- Define and drive the technical vision, ensuring alignment with business goals
- Mentor & collaborate with our team of senior developers
- Ensure high code quality and stability, implementing robust development standards and best practices
- Write robust code to be used by millions of users
- Support and contribute new ideas to game features
- Flesh out the details of game's design, oversee testing, and revise the game based on player feedback
Requirements For Lead Game Developer - Paper.io 2
- Advanced Unity knowledge (7y+) including scripting in C#, UI systems, physics, animation, particle systems
- Experience in complex gameplay mechanics, AI systems, and custom tools development
- Skilled in identifying performance bottlenecks and implementing optimizations
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines (plus)
- Experience with analytics-driven development and A/B testing in live games
- Good sense of gameplay experience and attention to details
- Speak and write English
- Track record with successful mobile games
- Professional game development experience
- Creative and hacker mindset
Benefits For Lead Game Developer - Paper.io 2
- Best-in-class compensation
- Other benefits according to the country you reside
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