Redemption Games is looking to grow our team. We are currently looking for the following roles:
Lead Cloud Engineer
Redemption Games, a small well-funded elite group of mobile gaming veterans, is looking for an experienced backend engineer to join our team and lead backend development . This is an opportunity to make a big impact and be in an environment and culture that takes pride in the craftsmanship of creating highly successful free-to-play mobile games.
This role will be for driving the strategy and execution of server authoritative features, including the delivery and deployment of live event configurations, admin tools, and server support for new features in a new real-time PVP cross platform game. Our tech stack is built entirely on the Google Cloud platform, and the ideal candidate will have experience with this technology.
In this role, you will
- Work closely with designers, artists to implement game features as per design specification
- Design the technical architecture and approach to expanding the game’s systems and content
- Write well-designed, efficient, and well-tested code for backend services
- Iterate rapidly and respond well to constructive feedback from peers
- Help establish best practices for game system implementation and workflows
- Work with other engineers in planning, conducting code reviews, and ongoing improvements to the backend infrastructure
- Maintain regularly deployed and reliable services for a high DAU game
Work comfortably within an agile and distributed team environment
Qualifications
- BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience working with Google Cloud
- 3+ years of experience in NodeJS, JavaScript/Typescript
- Experience with Cloud Run, Cloud Firestore and Cloud Functions or Firebase equivalent
- Experience with large scale application development and deployment
- 5+ years of programming experience
- Shipped at least 1 game title
- Demonstrated experience in building and optimizing backend services for mobile applications (iOS/Android)
- Demonstrated ownership and commitment to projects/tasks
- Self-motivated and able to respond quickly to feedback
- Previous full-stack development experience preferred
Director of Live Ops
Redemption Games, a small well-funded elite group of mobile gaming veterans, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Live Ops to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a creative environment that prides itself on the craftsmanship of creating highly successful free-to-play mobile games.
As the Director of Live Ops, you will be responsible for devising and executing live events and content for our large-scale multiplayer mobile video game. You will drive the strategy and implementation of live events, ensuring they are engaging and meet player expectations. This role requires close collaboration with various departments, including design, art, and engineering, to bring these events to life.
Responsibilities:
- Strategy & Execution: Develop and execute the live ops strategy, including live events, content updates, and player engagement initiatives.
- Event Management: Plan, configure, and deploy live event configurations, ensuring timely and successful execution.
- Collaboration: Work closely with designers, artists, and engineers to implement game features and live content as per design specifications.
- Technical Oversight: Work with technical leadership to design the technical architecture and approach for live event systems, ensuring scalability and reliability.
- Continuous Improvement: Establish and enforce best practices for live ops implementation and workflows.
Feedback & Iteration: Respond rapidly to player feedback and data, iterating on live content to improve engagement and satisfaction.
Operational Excellence: Maintain reliable and high-performing live ops services, ensuring disruptions.
Qualifications:
- BA, BS or MS in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Game Design, Business Administration) or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience in live operations, preferably in the mobile gaming industry.
- Proven track record of managing live events and content for a high DAU (Daily Active Users) game.
- Experience with Google Cloud and related technologies is highly desirable.
- Experience with a server authoritative multiplayer game is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to lead a group of developers and execute a live ops roadmap
Skills:
- Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making.
- Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work in an agile and distributed team environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
3D Artist
Other Opportunities
We are also open to considering exceptionally talented individuals for roles we have not yet currently designed. If you are interested in a culture that values quality work and collaborating in a small team environment, then please feel free to reach out, jobs@redemptiongames.com.