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2D Game Developer – Defold
Location
India
Posted
11 days ago
Salary
$50 - $120 / hour
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
2D Game Developer – Defold
Weekday (YC W21)
• Create, develop, and launch 2D games using the Defold engine, prioritizing optimal performance and minimal build sizes. • Develop sturdy gameplay mechanics and systems through Lua scripting within a modular framework. • Work closely with designers and artists to rapidly prototype games and enhance the user experience. • Ensure games run smoothly by optimizing performance across various mobile and web platforms. • Write efficient, well-documented code following industry best practices in game development. • Identify, profile, and fix performance issues to guarantee stable game releases. • Offer innovative solutions to technical problems and contribute ideas for gameplay and UI improvements.
Job Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in developing and releasing 2D games with the Defold engine.
- Proficient in Lua scripting and knowledgeable about component-based game architecture.
- Proven ability to create lightweight, performance-optimized builds suitable for mobile and web platforms.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a collaborative and proactive mindset.
- Ability to quickly iterate and deliver results within an agile development environment.
- Good understanding of deployment workflows across multiple platforms.
- Keen eye for detail and enthusiasm for crafting engaging user experiences.
- Experience with cross-platform deployment and performance tuning (preferred).
- Knowledge of continuous integration and automated testing methodologies for games (preferred).
- A strong portfolio featuring released 2D games or prototypes (preferred).
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