Who We Are
Gardens is a new remote games studio from developers of games like Journey, What Remains of Edith Finch, Blaseball, Spider Man, Dustforce, Skyrim, Ashen, Ultima, and more. We're named after the games we grow together - lush, living worlds that bring players together to cultivate lasting friendships. Worlds that offer surprising multiplayer experiences and flourish with the help of their communities.
We believe a team of diverse voices has the most to say, and we are committed to providing a healthy, inclusive, collaborative, and transparent work environment for all!
We offer competitive pay, stock options, unlimited PTO, 35 hour work weeks, and robust benefits (including full medical and vision, dental, 401k contributions and more)!
We are currently creating our flagship project - a shared 3D fantasy adventure inspired by our favorite memories playing online games over the years.
It's the world we want to play in every day!
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking a full-time Principal Unity Engineer for current and future games at our growing remote studio!
An engineering skill set that's both wide and deep is a must for this role, as you will be tackling some of the game's biggest challenges. By architecting reliable, reusable systems, leading code reviews, and embodying best practices, you will elevate the entire engineering team. Help create the foundation on which we'll build an ever-growing online game.
We seek collaborative individuals that are excited to contribute innovative and original ideas across all aspects of the game's design & production, working together as a team.
Responsibilities
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Using C# and the Unity engine, collaboratively design and implement major code systems that will support ongoing development of our game for years after launch.
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Mentor other programmers and advocate for engineering excellence.
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Work closely with design, art, QA and other disciplines, providing your technical expertise to inform their decisions and incorporating their needs into your work.
Qualifications
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Ability and drive to contribute innovative and original ideas across all aspects of the game's design & production.
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Ability to creatively overcome complex gameplay and systems problems with innovative solutions.
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Excited and able to work with an agile and flexible team and participate in major decisions.
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Expert knowledge of C# and Unity3D.
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Experience across multiple projects of delivering performant, readable, and reliable code at all phases of the software development lifecycle.
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Excellent communication and documentation skills.
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Readiness to lead with integrity, honesty, and accountability, taking ownership of your actions and decisions.
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Capable of working independently, keeping on-task and motivated.
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Located in PT, MT, CT, ET time zone, or willing to relocate.
Bonus Qualifications
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Experience with functional and/or data-oriented programming techniques.
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One or more shipped real-time networked titles.
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Deep expertise in one or more of these specialties:
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Procedural content generation
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Procedural and/or IK animation
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Debugging and optimizing netcode
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Complex NPC behavior AI
We are a small, highly collaborative studio, eager to give people the chance to bring their full selves to work. Tell us how your unique skill set and life experiences make you the ideal candidate for this role!
Gardens Offers*
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Competitive Salaries and Pay Transparency
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Stock Options
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Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
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401k Contributions
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Non-accrual paid time off with flexibility in timing.
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A fully-distributed studio. We aspire to support employees living and working where they want.
Benefits and perks listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Gardens and the country in which you work.
We are supportive of a diverse workforce and strive for inclusiveness. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, criminal history, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
Compensation Range: $150.9K - $226.3K