Senior Game Developer (UI, Animations & Polish) - Paper.io2

📋 Description

• • Voodoo, a leading global tech company with a mission to entertain the world through mobile games and apps, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Game Developer specializing in UI, Animations, and Polish for its iconic title, Paper.io 2.
• • With a significant presence in the mobile gaming market, boasting 800 employees, 7 billion downloads, and over 200 million active users, Voodoo is the third-largest mobile publisher globally. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a team that has produced chart-topping games and popular apps, impacting millions of players worldwide.
• • You will join one of Voodoo's Live Studios, specifically working on Paper.io 2, a game renowned for its engaging gameplay and continuous development. The team is dedicated to creating an unforgettable gaming experience, maintaining high standards, and fostering an environment of innovation and collaboration.
• • As a Senior Game Developer, your primary focus will be on enhancing the player experience through exceptional UI design, fluid animations, and meticulous polish. You will be instrumental in bringing new features to life and refining existing ones, ensuring Paper.io 2 remains at the forefront of the casual mobile game market.
• • Responsibilities will be tailored to leverage your unique strengths and expertise. This includes developing client-facing features with a strong emphasis on user interface elements, ensuring intuitive navigation and visually appealing presentation.
• • A significant part of your role will involve crafting and implementing engaging animations that bring the game's characters and environments to life, enhancing the overall dynamism and appeal of the gameplay.
• • You will also be responsible for the meticulous polish of the game, focusing on details that elevate the user experience, such as smooth transitions, satisfying visual feedback, and overall aesthetic coherence.
• • Beyond UI and animations, you will contribute to core gameplay improvements, identifying areas for enhancement and implementing changes that boost player engagement and satisfaction.
• • The role also encompasses the development of new meta features, expanding the game's depth and longevity, and ensuring players have compelling reasons to return.
• • You will play a crucial part in enhancing and refining existing game systems, optimizing performance, and ensuring the stability and scalability of Paper.io 2.
• • This position offers a unique opportunity to have a strong impact on the company's success. You will contribute daily to important strategic decisions within a senior, multidisciplinary team comprised of passionate and talented individuals.
• • You will be involved in fleshing out the intricate details of a game's design, overseeing its rigorous testing phases, and actively revising the game based on valuable player feedback.
• • Your creativity, technical prowess, and collaborative spirit will be key in entertaining millions of people worldwide with a game that becomes a true hit.
• • The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the casual mobile game market, enabling them to develop fun, innovative, and entertaining features that resonate with a broad audience.
• • You will approach gameplay ideas and features with an innovative mindset, consistently seeking to add your unique spin and elevate the player experience.
• • This role is perfect for a hands-on developer who is passionate about delivering high-quality work and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• • You will work closely with designers, artists, and other developers to ensure a cohesive and high-quality final product.
• • The opportunity to work on a globally recognized and successful game like Paper.io 2, with the potential to influence its future direction, is a significant draw for ambitious game developers.
• • Embrace the challenge of pushing the boundaries of mobile game development, focusing on creating visually stunning and highly interactive user experiences.
• • Contribute to a culture of excellence, where innovation, player satisfaction, and continuous improvement are paramount.
• • This role is based in Paris, Barcelona, Amsterdam, or fully remote within CET +/-2h, offering flexibility to suit your lifestyle.