Game Dev Engineer, Game-Based Learning
Job Description
AWS Game-Based Learning Products is seeking a Game Development Engineer to join their innovative team focused on creating engaging learning experiences. This role combines software engineering with game development to build educational products that teach AWS cloud skills through interactive gameplay. The position involves working with Unity3d, developing game mechanics, and collaborating with a diverse team of architects, artists, and designers.
The team develops various game-based learning solutions including AWS Cloud Quest, AWS Industry Quest, and AWS Card Clash, which use hands-on labs, virtual environments, and interactive simulations to teach practical AWS skills. The role requires expertise in both game development and software engineering, with responsibilities spanning from gameplay design to cloud services integration.
As a Game Development Engineer, you'll be instrumental in evolving the game tech stack, designing game levels and mechanics, and building cloud service platforms. You'll work closely with designers and artists to create compelling visual experiences while ensuring learning objectives are effectively integrated into the gameplay. The position offers the unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with creative game development to shape the future of cloud skills education.
The team operates across multiple locations including the US, Canada, and Brazil, fostering a collaborative environment focused on innovative approaches to technical education. This role provides the chance to work on multiple game projects while contributing to AWS's broader educational initiatives. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, reflecting Amazon's commitment to attracting top talent in both gaming and cloud technology.
Responsibilities For Game Dev Engineer, Game-Based Learning
- Collaborate with architects, artists, designers, engineers, and testers to design, deliver, maintain, and operate game-based learning products
- Drive game tech stack and promote best practices
- Partner with stakeholders to influence long-term strategy
- Make data-driven decisions using industry landscape and user feedback
- Write high quality code
- Review technical work with peers, stakeholders, and leadership
Requirements For Game Dev Engineer, Game-Based Learning
- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture experience
- 3+ years of Unity, Unreal, CryEngine, Lumberyard or proprietary 3D game engine experience
- Experience programming with Java, C++, or C# including object-oriented design
- Ability to communicate in English (verbal and written)
Benefits For Game Dev Engineer, Game-Based Learning
- Full range of medical benefits
- Financial benefits
- Total compensation package
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