Game Developer (Full Stack)
Description For Game Developer (Full Stack)
Kano, a remote-first game studio based in Victoria, BC, is seeking a passionate Game Developer to join their XWars games team. This role focuses on crafting, enhancing, and evolving nostalgic clicker-based role-playing games. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of full-stack experience, knowledge of PHP, Javascript, HTML, and CSS, and familiarity with MongoDB and MySQL. The position offers a competitive salary range of $82,000 - $102,000 per year, along with benefits such as health insurance, profit sharing, and paid time off. Kano values player obsession, ownership, resourcefulness, and continuous improvement, aiming to create unparalleled gaming experiences. The company has received multiple awards, including being certified as a Great Place to Work and recognized for mental wellness initiatives. This opportunity is open only to residents of British Columbia, Canada.
Responsibilities For Game Developer (Full Stack)
- Collaborate with the development team to design and implement game features and mechanics
- Develop and maintain game logic, systems, and functionalities
- Ensure high-quality code through code reviews, testing, and debugging
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and project milestones
- Optimize game performance for various platforms and devices
- Work closely with the design team to bring their ideas to life in the game
- Stay updated with industry trends and technologies to improve game development processes
Requirements For Game Developer (Full Stack)
- Minimum 3 years of full-stack experience
- Knowledge of PHP, Javascript, HTML, and CSS
- Familiar with MongoDB and MySQL
- Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles
- Solid understanding of web development strategies
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
- Passion for game development
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
- Must be a resident of British Columbia, Canada
Benefits For Game Developer (Full Stack)
- Competitive wages determined by market research
- Uncapped profit share program
- Health, dental and vision benefits
- 3 weeks vacation to start
- Paid holiday shutdown in December
- 12 paid Care Days per year
- Yearly Continuous Improvement allowance
- Opportunity to work on game projects enjoyed by millions of players worldwide
