Technical Programmer

As a technical programmer at our studio, you will be responsible for writing efficient code in C++ and Unreal Blueprints to bring our space game to life. You will work closely with our team of developers and designers to ensure that the game runs smoothly and efficiently, and you will have the opportunity to make a real impact on the success of the project.

But, it’s not just about the code — we’re looking for someone who is truly passionate about space games and wants to help us make the best game possible. If you have a love for all things space and an innate desire to create immersive, engaging experiences for players, then we want to hear from you

In addition to your technical skills, we would also love it if you have experience with profiling tools to optimize CPU load times, assets, and FPS. This will be a valuable asset as we strive to create a smooth, seamless gameplay experience for our players.

**Responsibilities**:

- Writing efficient code in C++ and Unreal Blueprints
- Collaborating with the development team to ensure smooth and efficient gameplay
- Using profiling tools to optimize CPU load times, assets, and FPS
- Staying up-to-date with the latest technological advancements and techniques in the field
- Port our games to various current and future platforms like consoles and different operating systems
- Communicate with platform owners about feature requirements, technical challenges, and release coordination
- Making a real impact on the success of our space game project

**Requirements**:

- Experience in Unreal Engine 4
- Strong knowledge of Unreal Engine 4 Blueprints visual scripting
- Solid understanding of C++ and debugging in a game development environment
- Experience with Linux and Mac OS
- Experience with game development tools and methods
- Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and optimization skills
- Team player, self-driven, and willing to learn
- Openenss to work with existing code base to develop and enhance gameplay
- Great passion for sci-fi shooter games and sci-fi movies
- Sufficient English language skills to follow the conversation in team meetings and understand project documentation

**Bonus Skills**:

- Programming Experience with Consoles
- Knowledge in Unreal Engine 5
- Speaking German is a plus

QA Tester (f/m/d)

Are you a space game fanatic who is always on the lookout for bugs and glitches? Do you have a knack for finding creative ways to break games and help developers improve the overall player experience? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you

Our indie studio is seeking a highly skilled and passionate Quality Assurance Tester to join our team as we work on our exciting new space game. As a Quality Assurance Tester, you will be responsible for thoroughly testing and analyzing the game to ensure that it meets the highest standards of quality.

You will work closely with the development team to identify and fix bugs, balance gameplay, and improve the overall player experience. To be successful in this role, you should have a strong understanding of the principles of game design and a deep love for space games. You should be able to think critically and creatively and be able to communicate effectively with the development team. You should also be highly organized and able to work effectively under tight deadlines.

**Responsibilities**:

- Thoroughly test and analyze the game to identify bugs and glitches
- Collaborate with the development team to fix bugs and improve gameplay
- Balance gameplay to ensure a fair and enjoyable player experience
- Communicate effectively with the development team to provide feedback and suggestions
- Work under tight deadlines to ensure that the game is ready for release
- Continuously learn about new techniques and technologies in the field of game development and testing

**Requirements**:

- At least three years of work experience as a QA Tester in the video games industry
- Team player, self-driven and willing to learn
- Great passion for sci-fi shooter games and sci-fi movies
- Sufficient English language skills to follow the conversation in team meetings and understand project documentation

**Bonus Skills**:

- Speaking German is a plus
- Knowledge of Unreal Engine 4 is a plus

**Start date: immediately**: