A Thinking Ape ยท 1 month ago
Junior Software Development Engineer - Client
A Thinking Ape is seeking a Junior Software Development Engineer to join their Leviathan Engineering โ Client team, focused on creating mobile games enjoyed by millions. In this role, you will implement client-side features, optimize performance, and learn from experienced engineers while contributing to game development.
Information TechnologyOnline GamesSoftware
Responsibilities
Write clean, maintainable, and performant code under the guidance of senior developers
Collaborate with designers and product managers to implement new game features
Participate in code reviews, technical workshops, and team retrospectives
Develop familiarity with Unity, Android, and iOS client architectures
Contribute to release builds, patches, and stability improvements
Provide insights from in-game play to inform development decisions
Qualification
Required
Formal education in Computer Science or a related field
Basic programming experience, preferably in mobile or game development environments
Interest in mobile game development and willingness to work across Unity, Android, and iOS
Ability to write simple, maintainable code and familiarity with debugging and source control
Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach, openness to feedback, and a growth mindset
Curiosity about game systems and a drive to understand the player perspective
Preferred
Some experience with entry-level software development through internships, co-ops, or personal projects
Benefits
Flexible work schedule
Three weeks of vacation
Flexible sick days
Generous health benefits package
Company
A Thinking Ape
A Thinking Ape owns and operates Chatterous, a communications service that allows groups of friends to stay in contact with one another.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-11-18Acquired
2008-03-19Seed
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