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George Mason University · 18 hours ago

Project Developer, Virginia Serious Game Institute (VSGI)

Manassas, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

George Mason University is dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship through the Virginia Serious Game Institute (VSGI). The Project Developer will lead and manage projects that advance VSGI's research and outreach initiatives, utilizing strong technical expertise in game development and emerging technologies.

Education

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provides design, development, and coding expertise for VSGI projects and grant-funded initiatives

Designs and implements interactive digital experiences using Unity, Unreal, and other industry-standard engines

Writes and maintains scalable, efficient code for serious game applications

Collaborates with faculty and external partners to translate research into prototypes; and

Troubleshoots cross-platform technical issues

Leads and manages VSGI research and start-up projects, including timelines, asset creation, and development workflows

Develops project plans with clear milestones and deliverables

Oversees asset creation and integration

Coordinates interdisciplinary teams

Documents decisions and project outcomes; and

Conducts QA testing and iterative improvements

Facilitates communication among VSGI staff, affiliated companies, students, university administration, and external stakeholders

Serves as liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders

Leads regular meetings and collaborative sessions; and

Mentors student interns and junior developers

Delivers project updates and presentations to stakeholders, including corporate partners, faculty, administrators, and government officials

Prepares and presents reports on project status and impact

Tailors presentations to diverse audiences

Contributes to grant reporting and proposals; and

Represents VSGI at public events

Develops new resources and tools to support VSGI and affiliated programs when not directly engaged in project work

Researches and prototypes emerging technologies; and

Supports curriculum development and outreach

Represents VSGI in meetings with clients, partners, and dignitaries, including in the absence of the Director

Acts as spokesperson for VSGI

Builds relationships with partners and agencies

Facilitates strategic discussions; and

Ensures continuity of leadership

Qualification

Game developmentUnityUnreal EngineVR technologiesAR technologiesAI technologiesSource control (Git)Project managementTeam coordinationTechnology integrationDiversity engagementGrant knowledgeProgramming C#Programming C++Programming PythonCommunication skillsAdaptabilityMentoringPresentation skillsCollaborationIndependent work