Gameplay Engineer
thatgamecompany$49,530 - $149,243/year
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Video Games, Software DevelopmentIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess experience developing creative and compelling entertainment products, demonstrate self-direction, and thrive in a highly dynamic and technical environment. Strong inter-disciplinary collaboration skills, including verbal and written skills, are also required.
Responsibilities
The General Application role at Blackbird Interactive seeks individuals passionate about game development who can join a team of skilled and creative people to create innovative entertainment products, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.
Skills
game development
creative development
entertainment product development
self-direction
collaboration
communication
Blackbird Interactive
Develops immersive video games and experiences
About Blackbird Interactive
Blackbird Interactive is an independent game development studio located in Vancouver, Canada, known for creating immersive video games and interactive experiences. The studio's products include high-quality video games, with a notable history linked to the sci-fi classic "Homeworld." Their games are developed with input from all team members, fostering a creative culture. BBI also provides services in art direction, concept art, and intellectual property development to other gaming studios, allowing them to earn revenue from both game sales and service contracts. Unlike many competitors, BBI offers flexible work arrangements, including in-studio, remote, and hybrid options, which helps attract and retain talent. The company's goal is to produce engaging games while maintaining a productive and secure work environment.
Vancouver, CanadaHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, GamingIndustries
201-500Employees
Benefits
4-Day Work Week & Generous Vacation
Employee Profit Sharing Plan
Paid Parental LEave Top Up
Comprehensive Extended Health & Wellness Benefits
Research & Developemnt Opportunities
New IP Pitching Program & Bonus
Fully Equiped Onsite Gym
Dog-Friendly Studio
Risks
Homeworld 3's delay to May 13 could impact revenue and player engagement.
Layoffs and project cancellations may indicate financial instability or strategic misalignment.
Stopping work on Minecraft Legends could result in lost revenue and affect partnerships.
Differentiation
Founded by industry veterans, Blackbird Interactive has a strong pedigree in gaming.
The studio specializes in high-quality, immersive sci-fi games like Homeworld 3.
Blackbird Interactive offers flexible work arrangements, attracting top talent and enhancing productivity.
Upsides
Increased interest in VR gaming benefits Blackbird's upcoming VR title, Homeworld: Vast Reaches.
The rise of roguelike games aligns with Blackbird's Homeworld 3's War Games mode.
Growing popularity of sci-fi genres boosts interest in Blackbird's games like Homeworld 3.
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