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Job Description - Lead Game Developer

The project team
will be extremely lean, so cross discipline skills are
highly valued. A broad skill set is a strength and a must! 




We need a lead
designer with experience and a startup mindset. Main
responsibilities include developing GDD, developing design
and gaming protocols, defining gameplay mechanics,
recruiting and managing the team, working to quality, time
and budget.










A successful
candidate should have exceptional coding skills, no problems
with working long hours under pressure, a yearning for
making games that are original and groundbreaking, and a
love for the process. Ideal candidates will have experience
in game design, knowledge of computer systems and languages
and excellent collaboration skills.


We are a startup in
the games industry in Africa with a vision to utliize “play”
as a force for youth development and empowerment in Africa.
We have an amazing book we'd love to create into a
mobile game. We are looking for people who love games,
having fun and are purpose driven.


Put your amazing
skills to work at an ambitious startup that challenges the
norm.


Non Nigerian residents who qualify and are interested can apply.


Requirements







  • Bachelor's
    degree in game design, computer science or computer
    engineering. O
    r
    Equivalent experience in mobile game development projects
    using Unity3D or UE4.






  • Gameplay and level design experience.






  • Enthusiasm and knowledge of
    the industry.






  • Relevant certification in
    programming languages.






  • Portfolio of sample projects.






Benefits



We are a games and esports startup focused on 6 - 18 year olds based in an emerging market with over 200 million people.
You'll be joining a purpose driven startup with a potential of having revenue
share discussions on the project.





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