AIME/JMO Coach
Think AcademySalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
[Remote] Front-End Engineer (Anime) at Spellbrush
San Francisco, California, United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Video Games, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?
The company prefers on-site collaboration in either their primary research office in Tokyo (downtown Akihabara) or San Francisco, believing in the unmatched speed of in-person teams. Visa sponsorships are available.
What technical skills are required for the Front-End Engineer role?
The role involves designing and developing complex front-end applications in React and TypeScript, with a focus on responsive UIs, and experience with canvas, WebGL, and possibly WebGPU for interaction-heavy SPAs.
What is the team size and structure for frontend engineering?
The frontend engineering team is currently tiny, with only three members, and you'll work directly with top AI researchers to integrate their models into interfaces.
What kind of candidate makes a strong fit for this role?
Ideal candidates love anime and its aesthetic, enjoy building complex SPAs with canvas/WebGL, have design sense for UI/UX and microinteractions, and are comfortable in small, fast-paced teams.
What is the company culture like at Spellbrush?
Spellbrush has a small, fast-paced team passionate about anime games and generative AI, emphasizing in-person collaboration, no-compromise gameplay with visual arts, and working with top AI researchers.
Spellbrush
Develops anime-themed turn-based strategy games
About Spellbrush
Spellbrush creates anime-themed video games that focus on balanced gameplay and high-quality visual art. The company uses generative AI technology to assist human artists in producing intricate visuals, enhancing the overall gaming experience. Their games are primarily turn-based tactics games, which require players to think strategically as they take turns making moves. Spellbrush targets both casual and hardcore gamers who enjoy well-crafted games with appealing aesthetics. What sets Spellbrush apart from its competitors is its unique combination of AI technology and a passion for anime and tactical gameplay, allowing it to create distinctive games that excel in both mechanics and visuals. The company's goal is to develop and sell engaging games that resonate with a dedicated community of anime and strategy game enthusiasts, while also exploring additional revenue opportunities through in-game purchases and collaborations.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$116.7KTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
AI & Machine Learning, GamingIndustries
11-50Employees
Benefits
Relocation Assistance
Risks
High competition from established AI art generators like Midjourney.
Dependence on niche market limits broader audience reach.
Challenges in maintaining balanced gameplay while integrating advanced AI technology.
Differentiation
Combines AI technology with anime and tactical gameplay for unique gaming experiences.
Specializes in generative AI to enhance visual art in video games.
Targets a niche market of anime and turn-based tactics game enthusiasts.
Upsides
Growing interest in AI-generated art tools among artists and gamers.
Potential to leverage Discord for community-building and user engagement.
Opportunity to expand platform to mobile devices, reaching a broader audience.
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