Akima, LLC - Game Developer

Game Developer is needed in Huntsville, United States.

Client: Akima, LLC

Location: Huntsville, AL

Contract: undefined

Job Description

Pinnacle Solutions is looking for a passionate and motivated Game Developer to join our virtual development team. The ideal candidate has a foundational understanding of programming and game design principles, and a strong desire to learn and grow in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. This position will provide an opportunity to apply academic and professional experience to the creation of serious games. Daily work will require experience in the Unity or Unreal game engines and the ability to learn custom frameworks and toolsets.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers, artists, and senior developers to implement gameplay features.
• Follow development standards using proprietary development tools.
• Debug and resolve bugs, performance issues, and gameplay inconsistencies.
• Participate in regular development reviews and team meetings. Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of 2D/3D game mechanics.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (C#, C++, etc.).
• Familiarity with at least one game engine (Unity or Unreal Engine).
• Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and attention to detail are a must.
• Ability to work in a team and take constructive feedback.
• Strong communication skills.
• Must be a US Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with Unreal Blueprint.
• Basic knowledge of game physics or AI systems.
• Familiarity with agile development workflows.
• Experience in AR/VR development.
• Experience in the Lua programming language.
• One or more shipped titles.