Senior Games Developer

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An innovative studio in Lagos is looking for a skilled Senior Games Developer to help build immersive gameplay experiences while shaping strong, scalable systems behind the scenes. This hybrid position is perfect for a developer who enjoys moving between architecture, mechanics, AI powered workflows, and polished user experiences.

If you are comfortable building interfaces one moment and refining character physics the next, this opportunity offers the variety and challenge you have been waiting for.

Job Summary for Senior Games Developer

The Senior Games Developer will design, develop, and optimize games and supporting applications using modern tools and intelligent systems. You will contribute to gameplay, architecture, and cross platform performance while collaborating with designers and other engineers to deliver high quality products.

Key Responsibilities

Core Development

• Design and maintain high performance game logic
• build reliable application frameworks using Unity
• write clean, maintainable, and scalable code

Mechanics Design

• Prototype and implement engaging mechanics such as combat systems, inventory management, and progression structures
• develop character controllers, physics interactions, and state management

AI Implementation

• Integrate AI driven tools including large language models and generative systems
• improve non player character behavior
• support smarter development workflows through automation

Systems Architecture

• build scalable backend and application systems
• manage data flow, API integrations, and performance optimization

Cross Platform Deployment

• ensure smooth performance across PC, mobile, and console platforms
• troubleshoot compatibility and deployment challenges

Technical Requirements

Candidates applying for the Senior Games Developer position should demonstrate:

• deep proficiency in Unity with strong C# expertise
• solid understanding of object oriented programming, algorithms, and design patterns
• experience integrating AI services or using AI for procedural content generation
• proven ability to script mechanics, physics, and state machines
• familiarity with RESTful APIs, JSON, and cloud platforms such as AWS or Firebase

Bonus Skills

The following will strengthen your application:

• experience with machine learning frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow
• a portfolio featuring both a published game and a non game application
• knowledge of shaders, visual effects, and performance profiling

Salary and Benefits

• Monthly salary between ₦400,000 and ₦500,000
• hybrid work structure that supports flexibility
• strong involvement in creative and technical decisions
• opportunity to experiment with emerging technologies

Location

Lagos with a hybrid work arrangement.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the email.

If you are passionate about building intelligent systems, memorable gameplay, and high quality applications, this role offers the platform to showcase your expertise and grow your career.