Lead iOS Game Developer

Join us as a Lead iOS Engineer and spearhead our dynamic game studio!In this exciting role, you will contribute to the development of innovative casual games that capture the attention of players worldwide. You will be instrumental in designing engaging gameplay features and optimizing multiple titles.We are seeking experienced engineers who are proficient in Objective-C and eager to create unforgettable gaming experiences.

Join our dynamic game studio as an iOS Game Developer! You will have the opportunity to work on thrilling casual games that boast high visibility while contributing to the design and optimization of gameplay features across multiple titles. We are seeking experienced engineers who are proficient in Objective-C.Key Responsibilities:Primarily code in Objective-CDesign and implement reusable cross-game features for live gamesCollaborate within a team of talented iOS engineers to create outstanding gamesWork closely with engineering, product, graphic, and game design teams to shape our next-generation games.

Join the team at Exploding Kittens as a Lead Principal Game Developer, where you will spearhead the development of innovative and engaging games. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a talented team in a vibrant environment where your creativity and technical expertise will be valued.

We are seeking a talented and driven iOS Application Developer to spearhead the creation and ongoing enhancement of innovative iOS applications. In this role, you will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, product managers, and the engineering team throughout the entire product lifecycle—from initial concept through to delivery and post-launch support.Responsibilities:Collaborate with the engineering and product management teams to conceptualize, develop, test, and launch high-quality applications.Partner with web developers to establish and maintain a robust framework that supports our applications.Engage directly with developers and product managers throughout the entire application lifecycle, from ideation and design to development, testing, and release.Create prototypes during the tech scoping phase of projects to validate concepts.Stay abreast of the latest mobile technology trends to ensure our applications remain competitive and cutting-edge.

At Riot Games, our engineers possess extensive expertise in specific technical areas and appreciate the chance to engage across a wider spectrum of domains. We leverage both emerging and established technologies to craft innovative solutions that address complex, large-scale challenges and enhance player experiences. As a Principal Software Engineer and Tech Lead for a groundbreaking R&D project, you will be at the forefront of developing the technical underpinnings for one of Riot's most thrilling new games. You will collaborate closely with a talented mix of engineers, quality assurance specialists, artists, and designers to ensure the game aligns with our team's development objectives, creative aspirations, and quality benchmarks across multiple platforms. In this dynamic role, you'll be actively involved in architecting core game features, assessing current and emerging technologies, guiding the efforts of fellow engineers, and troubleshooting some of the game's foundational systems. You will have the opportunity to utilize cutting-edge technology while exploring innovative solutions that will captivate our players as we bring this new gaming experience to fruition. You will report to the Senior Engineering Manager of the Tech Foundations team and collaborate with them to lead a team of 8-10 engineers focusing on engine, tools, build, rendering, and console functionalities.

Our MissionSince its inception in 2012, Tinder® has transformed the way individuals connect, achieving a remarkable growth from 1 match to over one billion matches within just two years. This extraordinary journey highlights our commitment to fulfilling a core human desire: authentic connection. Today, our app has been downloaded over 630 million times, resulting in more than 97 billion matches, and serving approximately 50 million users monthly across 190 countries in 45+ languages - an achievement unparalleled in our industry. In 2024, Tinder was honored with four Effie Awards for our inaugural global brand campaign, “It Starts with a Swipe”™.Our ValuesOne Team, One DreamWe collaborate closely, dedicated to building Tinder for our members. Our collective success is rooted in teamwork across various functions, time zones, and innovative thinking that aligns with our vision and mission.Own ItWe embrace accountability, aiming to create a positive impact through innovation, ownership, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.Never Stop LearningWe foster a culture that encourages risk-taking and values input. We share constructive feedback, celebrate achievements, and learn from our setbacks to continually enhance our processes.Spark SolutionsAs proactive problem solvers, we focus on moving forward despite challenges, prioritizing agility and resilience to achieve our objectives.Embrace Our DifferencesWe are committed to nurturing a diverse workplace that mirrors our users. By valuing varied perspectives, we enhance the experiences we provide to both our members and our team.As a pivotal iOS engineer at Tinder, you will significantly influence and take ownership of the app's most prominent features. We are passionate about challenging the status quo, advancing architectural design, exploring emerging technologies, and creatively utilizing new innovations to deliver a globally recognized app.Where You’ll WorkThis is a hybrid role requiring in-office collaboration three times a week at our Los Angeles office.

At TapBlaze, we are an innovative independent game studio renowned for creating Good Pizza, Great Pizza, a beloved character-driven simulation game that has fostered a vibrant global community. Our games thrive for years, necessitating a consistent narrative, character development, and tone across regular live updates, seasonal events, and platform releases. We are currently on the lookout for a passionate Game Writer to contribute to the engaging storytelling within the Good, Great universe.About The RoleAs a Game Writer, you will play a crucial role within our creative team. Your responsibilities will include crafting character dialogue, storylines, and in-game experiences for titles like Good Pizza, Great Pizza and Good Coffee, Great Coffee. Your writing will captivate our dedicated player community, encouraging their continued engagement. This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for generating content for live updates, seasonal events, and future releases, all while maintaining the warmth and humor our players cherish.ResponsibilitiesStory & Content DevelopmentCraft engaging event narratives and seasonal arcs, character dialogue, story beats, and in-game narrative moments.Create story content that enhances gameplay pacing and enriches player experience.Strike a balance between humor, warmth, and emotional depth while ensuring clarity and consistency.Narrative QualityEnsure narrative logic, character consistency, and tone are upheld across all story content.Keep characters true to their established personalities and motivations.Identify and rectify narrative issues before content undergoes review or release.Cross-Team CollaborationCollaborate closely with Game Designers to weave narrative elements into mechanics and events.Partner with the art team to ensure visual storytelling aligns with character portrayal and thematic elements.Coordinate with the community team to ensure narrative tone resonates with player expectations.What We're Looking ForA creative thinker who can connect seemingly disparate ideas into a cohesive narrative.Demonstrated skills in character development and world-building.A strong understanding of character voice, motivation, and emotional continuity.

Join our dynamic team at Riot Games as a Game Designer III (Card Rules) for our exciting title, Riftbound. In this role, you will be instrumental in crafting engaging card game mechanics that elevate player experiences and drive player engagement. If you have a passion for game design, a keen sense of balance, and a desire to create captivating gameplay experiences, we would love to hear from you!

Join our expanding team at HoYoverse as we seek a seasoned expert in the gaming industry to drive our North America initiatives. This position, based remotely, will play a crucial role in our pursuit of long-term success in the region.Discover and evaluate new strategic partnership opportunities within the North American gaming landscape.Proactively generate leads among both endemic and non-endemic top brands, crafting mutually beneficial deals that emphasize IP exposure and brand recognition.Oversee the complete deal execution process, from due diligence and negotiation to post-launch integration.Continuously assess market trends to uncover emerging business and gaming opportunities.Build and maintain strong relationships internally and with external partners.Collaborate effectively with diverse internal teams to develop impactful solutions.#LI-Remote

About Santa Monica Studio and PlayStation Santa Monica Studio, part of Sony Interactive Entertainment, is known for award-winning games like God of War. As a PlayStation studio, we develop for platforms including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and PlayStation®VR. Our team values creativity, innovation, and a supportive, inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives drive our projects forward. Role Overview: Contract Producer, Game Development This contract Producer role focuses on supporting the Audio team for a new game in development at Santa Monica Studio. The position is based in Los Angeles, CA, or elsewhere in the United States. The Producer will work closely with other producers, creative leads, and directors, helping to guide the production pipeline from initial design through final approval. What You Will Do Create, update, and execute project plans for the Audio team, covering resource allocation, budget, and scheduling. Act as a key communication point between teams, ensuring everyone stays aligned throughout the production cycle. Facilitate development processes and help maintain quality standards. Collaborate with upstream teams (design, level design, level art, combat, animation) and lateral groups (VFX, localization, tools) whose work impacts Audio. Who We Are Looking For Experience in game development production, especially coordinating with various creative and technical teams. Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle complex schedules and resource planning. Clear, effective communicator who can bridge gaps between disciplines. Understanding of how different teams influence the Audio pipeline during game development. Note: Experience as an audio producer in the music industry does not meet the requirements for this role. Santa Monica Studio welcomes candidates who are eager to contribute to a collaborative and creative environment. Join us and help shape the next chapter in game development.

Role overview As Principal Game Designer for meta systems and progression at League of Legends, this position shapes how players engage with the game beyond its core matches. Based in Los Angeles, the role centers on designing and refining systems that keep the player journey engaging and rewarding over time. The next era of League will draw on your expertise to ensure its progression and meta systems remain fresh and meaningful for millions. What you will do Create and iterate on meta systems, including progression, seasonal content, and the new player experience. Collaborate with designers, artists, and engineers to develop systems that add strategic depth and meaningful progression. Use player data and feedback to shape engaging experiences both inside and outside of matches. Mentor fellow team members and help foster a collaborative, high-quality design culture. Report directly to the Design Director for League of Legends. Requirements Extensive experience in game design, with a focus on meta systems and progression mechanics. Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn player insights into actionable design improvements. Deep understanding of League of Legends and its player community. Comfort working through ambiguous challenges and driving innovation. Demonstrated leadership and mentorship within multidisciplinary teams. Location This role is based in Los Angeles, USA.

Are you an avid video game enthusiast with a passion for gaming news? Join our dynamic team at MXDWN Games, where we are on the lookout for dedicated gamers and talented writers who can capture the latest trends and updates in the gaming community. We aim to provide our readers with the most exciting and relevant gaming news from around the globe.Your articles, ranging from 400 to 500 words, will reach a vast audience of gaming aficionados daily.We require strong English writing skills, familiarity with WordPress, and a commitment to producing content consistently. Please note that this is an unpaid internship opportunity.If you possess the creativity and passion necessary to contribute to an innovative project in the gaming sector, we want to hear from you! Reach out to us at r.casella10@gmail.com and share your story.To apply, please send your resume and a writing sample to Rolando Casella at r.casella10@gmail.com.

Role Overview Skydance Media is hiring a Lead Infrastructure Security Analyst focused on games. This role works closely with the infrastructure team to shape and apply security best practices across gaming projects. The position is based in Santa Monica, Los Angeles. What You Will Do Collaborate with infrastructure teams to develop and enforce security practices for gaming initiatives. Advise on the selection and use of security tools. Contribute expertise to strengthen the security of Skydance's gaming projects.

As a Technical Product Manager II at Riot Games, you will leverage your technical expertise and product leadership skills to enhance player experiences across our gaming platforms. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing and implementing strategies that align with Riot's mission to make it better to be a player. You will lead diverse teams in overcoming complex technical and experiential challenges. Your responsibilities will include understanding the needs of our game teams and players to ensure high-quality experiences. You will work closely with studios, designers, and backend service teams to translate our aspirations into actionable product requirements. Additionally, you will prioritize and create a roadmap for our initiatives, collaborating with engineering to maintain and optimize our cross-game infrastructure, focusing on reliability, scalability, and performance.

As the Level Design Lead for VALORANT, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the game's design direction. Collaborating with leads across various disciplines, you will ensure that VALORANT's tactical gameplay remains at the forefront. Your commitment to design excellence will inspire your team and elevate the quality of game design.Utilizing critical thinking and creativity, you will craft exhilarating in-game experiences. Your work will engage players worldwide as you collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop player-centric designs.In this hands-on role, you will lead a talented team of level designers while actively contributing to the design process. You will dive into the editor, guide design decisions, and oversee meaningful updates and reworks for our competitive game.You will report directly to the Director of Game Design, positioning you at the core of VALORANT's gameplay evolution.

Join our dynamic team at Search Solutions LLC as a Mobile Application Developer, where you'll create innovative applications utilizing geofencing technology to deliver real-time alerts based on users' locations. If you are passionate about mobile development and eager to contribute to exciting projects, we want to hear from you!Design and develop high-quality mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms.Integrate with external APIs to retrieve, manipulate, and store data efficiently.Work with XML and JSON data in conjunction with a remote SQL database.Implement client-side caching to enhance application performance.Utilize your expertise in mobile application push notifications to engage users effectively.Conduct a thorough technical analysis of project requirements, producing detailed designs and writing clean, modular, and robust code. We welcome your ideas to enhance the usability and functionality of our applications.

At Riot Games, our engineers possess deep expertise in specific technical areas while embracing the chance to engage across a variety of broader domains. As a Staff Software Engineer in our Unreal Ecosystem (UnEco) team, you will contribute to projects that enhance team cohesion and align cross-team objectives.The UnEco team plays a pivotal role in shaping various aspects of game development, including gameplay features, runtime performance, tooling, and CI/CD processes, among others. As a Software Engineer III, you will establish organizational alignment by crafting a robust engineering vision and devising innovative solutions to technical challenges. You will also mentor engineers, helping identify growth opportunities and fostering the delivery of captivating player experiences.

Our Mission:Make a real impact. Build essential skills. Join us on a journey of growth.At Positive Development, we are dedicated to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to grow, learn, and flourish. We also believe that every aspiring professional deserves meaningful work that develops real skills for the future.We provide personalized, one-on-one support to autistic children, focusing on enhancing their communication, social, and daily living skills through engaging, play-based interactions that prioritize relationship-building.Why This Role Stands Out:This is not just an “observe and assist” position. You will be actively involved in coaching, engaging, and facilitating growth in children while acquiring invaluable experience relevant to careers in:PsychologySocial WorkOccupational TherapySpeech Language PathologyEducation and Special EducationCounselingMedicine and HealthThis role is incredibly rewarding but demands patience, emotional intelligence, and a strong commitment. You will receive continuous support from experienced clinicians and supervisors who are invested in your professional development.We are particularly eager to connect with candidates who are:Enthusiastic about working with children and adolescentsInquisitive about human development and learning processesPatient, empathetic, and passionateDependable and dedicated to maintaining a consistent schedule (children thrive on consistency!)Comfortable working directly with families in a home-based settingIdeal candidates include education majors, psychology students, pre-med students, nursing students, aspiring occupational and speech language therapists, behavior technicians, camp counselors, teacher's assistants, childcare providers, direct support professionals, and caregivers.As a Child Development Specialist, your responsibilities will include:

Are you passionate about casual free-to-play mobile games? We're looking for a Senior Game Designer who not only plays these games but truly enjoys them. Your role will involve designing innovative game mechanics and refining existing ones for our hit titles, Good Pizza, Great Pizza (over 300 million downloads) and our newest release, Good Coffee, Great Coffee. You will be instrumental in shaping the game economy, balancing progression, and crafting features that prioritize both player satisfaction and business sustainability.If you've ever found yourself frustrated with a game update that altered your favorite feature or felt trapped by the in-game economy, we want your insights. Our ideal candidate designs with players in mind, ensuring their experience remains enjoyable.About TapBlazeAt TapBlaze, our mission is to create unforgettable entertainment experiences for players globally. Our vision is to establish ourselves as a leading entertainment company worldwide. As a self-funded, independent studio, we prioritize our players over investors or publishers. With Good Pizza, Great Pizza achieving over 300 million downloads, our compact and dedicated team is making waves in the industry.Our core values guide our work:Ambitious: We aspire to create games that resonate for decades.Disciplined: Our choices are thoughtful and well-grounded.Ownership-minded: You own your area, celebrating the successes and addressing the challenges.Results-oriented: We define success by our releases and player experiences.Extraordinary: We hold ourselves to a higher standard than expected from a studio of our size.We seek individuals who embody these values and are eager to elevate themselves, the games they contribute to, and the company as a whole. Attention to detail is essential for achieving these goals. Please include the phrase "beauty is in the details" in your cover letter.

As a Lead Concept Artist specializing in Premium Content for VALORANT at Riot Games, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the artistic direction and quality of our weapon skins. Your expertise will significantly impact the performance and creativity of your team, ensuring that each piece resonates with our audience and aligns with VALORANT's unique art style.Your responsibilities will include collaborating with team leadership to cultivate a cohesive vision, mentoring talented artists, and guiding your team from initial ideation to final production. You will ensure that all artwork reflects the game's artistic integrity and enhances the gameplay experience, while also partnering closely with other Art Leads to foster effective collaboration across disciplines.