VR Gameplay Engineer - Generalist (Senior / Staff / Principal)

Top-rated virtual reality sports platform specializing in basketball and social gaming experiences.
$165,000 - $240,000
Distributed Systems
Staff Software Engineer
Remote
1 - 10 Employees
6+ years of experience
Gaming · AR/VR

Description For VR Gameplay Engineer - Generalist (Senior / Staff / Principal)

Gym Class is a groundbreaking virtual reality platform that has become the #1 rated game on the Meta Quest platform with an impressive 4.9-star rating from 58K reviews. The platform has attracted millions of players globally who come together to play basketball, socialize, and compete in virtual spaces. The company is now expanding beyond basketball into other sports like football and baseball.

As a VR Gameplay Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of social gaming innovation, working directly with core mechanics that impact millions of players. You'll collaborate with co-founders, engineers, artists, and designers to create immersive experiences that define the future of virtual reality sports.

The company boasts impressive backing from major investors including Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Y Combinator, the NBA, and the Golden State Warriors. Notable player-investors include Kevin Durant, Danny Green, and other NBA stars, demonstrating strong industry confidence in the platform's potential.

This role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge VR technology, implement sophisticated gameplay mechanics, and contribute to a rapidly growing platform. You'll be responsible for developing core features, optimizing performance, and creating new game modes while ensuring a seamless multiplayer experience.

The position requires strong expertise in Unity and C# programming, with a focus on VR development and multiplayer game systems. You'll need to demonstrate proficiency in game optimization and have excellent collaborative skills to work effectively across teams.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For VR Gameplay Engineer - Generalist (Senior / Staff / Principal)

  • Develop Core Game Mechanics and collaborate with design teams
  • Optimize VR Gameplay Experience using Unity
  • Manage Ongoing Content Drops
  • Create Realistic Game Modes & Physics
  • Integrate Branded IP
  • Collaborate on Accessibility & User-Friendliness

Requirements For VR Gameplay Engineer - Generalist (Senior / Staff / Principal)

  • Proficiency in Unity & VR Development with shipping experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency in C# programming
  • Understanding of core gameplay mechanics
  • Familiarity with real-time multiplayer game development
  • Game optimization skills
  • Team collaboration & problem-solving abilities

Benefits For VR Gameplay Engineer - Generalist (Senior / Staff / Principal)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Equity (0.20% - 0.40%)
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Retirement matching

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