The Role:
We are seeking a talented HTML5 Games Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the development and optimisation of our online casino games portfolio, focusing on enhancing gameplay mechanics, graphics, and performance across various platforms.
Some Facts About Xciting Group:
At Xciting, we bring together the most popular casino games in one dynamic platform, making it effortless for you to supercharge your gaming website. Though our team may be small, we are ambitious when it comes to quality, development processes, and working methods. We work very closely with our clients on a daily basis to ensure our work meets their needs.
We believe that a diverse development team driven by experienced and professional leadership can create truly innovative products. While we take pride in our services, we are also proud of the people behind them. That's why we invest in building strategies and products and, most importantly, in the human element. Xciting Tech is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity within our organisation, which makes us a great team!
What You Will Be Doing:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including game designers, artists, and backend developers to implement game features and mechanics.
- Develop, and maintain high-quality HTML5 casino games, including slot machines, table and crash games.
- Optimise game performance for different devices and platforms, ensuring smooth gameplay experiences.
- Implement cutting-edge technologies and techniques to enhance game visuals, animations, and sound effects.
- Conduct thorough testing and debugging to identify and resolve technical issues and ensure game stability.
- Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in HTML5 game development, and integrate relevant innovations into our games.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and learning-oriented environment.
How Will Success Be Measured in This Role:
- Acting in line with the company’s values.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team towards strategic company objectives.
- Delivering assigned tasks on time.
- Taking responsibility for your work and the deliveries of the team you are part of.
- Building a solid and fault-tolerant infrastructure.
Your Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field with a proven experience in game development (with a strong portfolio showcasing casino games or similar projects)
- Proficiency in front-end web technologies including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, with a focus on performance optimization.
- Experience with WebGL and other graphics rendering technologies for creating visually stunning game effects and libraries such as Pixi.js.
- Familiarity with server-side technologies and APIs for integrating game logic with backend systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to debug and resolve complex technical issues.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Passion for gaming and a creative mindset, with a desire to innovate and push the boundaries of online casino game development.
- Experience working in the online gambling or casino gaming industry.
- Knowledge of multiplayer game development and real-time networking protocols.
- Familiarity with version control systems such as Git for collaborative development.
- Experience with agile development methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
Why Join Xciting Group?
We believe in offering a great work environment with a hybrid approach. Here, your voice is heard, making a real difference. We provide a competitive salary and benefits, emphasising a sustainable work/life balance. But it's not just about money: we're a friendly, fun, and diverse community that regularly gathers for social activities. Our perks include a well-being allowance, office lunches, dental and international health insurance, with the option to temporarily work from another location, and parking facilities. The company is committed to supporting career growth and personal development, and we also offer a relocation package when needed.
Application Process:
Please send us your updated curriculum vitae together with a covering letter in English to let us know your motivation for applying and your salary expectation. Once your application is received, we will do our best to get back to you as soon as possible.
Any questions? Email us at hr@xciting.com
