Game Developer

Sandbox Interactive is the ambitious game development studio behind the award-winning game Albion Online. The game is the first true cross-platform MMO, and is playable on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS and Android with more than daily players and over 2 million monthly visitors on our website. We started as a small independent group of experienced gaming professionals in 2012, and now employ an international team of more than 100 people. Since 2020, Sandbox Interactive has been part of the Stillfront Group. Our team is passionate about making Albion Online the best game it can be, and we're constantly on the lookout for talented individuals to join our growing team in the heart of Berlin.

As a Game Developer (Cross Platform), you will work on adapting and optimizing Albion Online for mobile and console platforms. Your responsibilities will include implementing platform-specific features, ensuring performance optimization, and providing an intuitive user experience tailored for different platforms.

• Adapt Albion Online to mobile and console platforms by integrating platform-specific features and APIs
• Ensure smooth gameplay by optimizing performance for platform-specific hardware
• Develop and refine gamepad controls and UI interactions for an intuitive experience
• Debug and resolve platform-specific issues to maintain stability and quality
• Ensure the game meets platform holder requirements and guidelines for certification
• Work closely with the programming, design, and QA teams to deliver a polished experience
• Maintain feature parity and cross-platform compatibility between PC, mobile, and console versions

• 2+ of game development experiences
• Proficiency in C#
• Experience with console development (PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch)
• Familiarity with the Unity Game Engine
• Understanding of performance profiling and optimization for console or mobile hardware
• Knowledge of platform-specific SDKs and certification processes
• Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills
• Basic understanding of UX: You can work with user flows and journeys
• Excellent communication skills (presentation, verbal and written) in English

• Experience working on cross-platform or live-service games 
• Familiarity with UI/UX design for gamepad, mobile and console interfaces
• Understanding of multiplayer or networked game architecture 
• Passion for MMORPGs and familiarity with Albion Online's gameplay and community 
• Knowledge of Albion Online's unique mechanics and systems

• BVG corporate ticket:
  • Receive a free company ticket for Germany's public transportation system
• Personal Development:
  • Have a high degree of autonomy and ownership from the start
  • Develop your skills through company-sponsored training and language courses
  • Enjoy company-sponsored tickets for Devcom & Gamescom in Cologne
• Hybrid Work model:
  • Combine the best of both worlds, and enjoy the freedom to switch between working in the office and working remotely
• Work-life Balance:
  • Discounted membership to Urban Sport Club for fitness and wellness
  • Extra vacation days awarded based on years of service, up to a maximum of 30 days annually
• Modern & Well-Equipped Office:
  • Work in the heart of Prenzlauer Berg, a central, vibrant neighborhood in Berlin with many dining and entertainment options
  • Enjoy height-adjustable tables, ergonomic chair options, dimmable lighting, and acoustic panels
• Start-up perks:
  • Benefit from free drinks and snacks in the office
  • Participate in team events, breakfast weeks, summer and winter parties
• Sustainable business:
  • Be part of a successful, profitable company on a continued growth path
• Gaming-driven culture:
  • Work alongside a supportive team of gaming enthusiasts who are deeply committed to their craft
• Global reach:
  • Join a team of industry experts shaping a game enjoyed by hundreds of thousands worldwide