Gameplay Engineer (JS / 3JS)

Company Mission

At Novablocks our mission is to unlock imagination and empower people to play, connect and create without barriers.

Company Overview

Novablocks is a browser-native gaming platform that enables anyone to create, and play user-generated game content, instantly. Anyone can start building in seconds using simple and familiar building blocks. Creators can change their environment, build at scale and even sculpt blocks to create unique shapes and structures. Every single block in the world is fully programmable, and using powerful tools such as the Wrench, creators can add logic to build fully fledged games and experiences without any coding. Novablocks is built on a proprietary game engine that runs natively in your web-browser; creators and players can invite friends instantly, simply by sharing a link.

We are a VC backed team of previously exited founders that are truly passionate about empowering creators and players to play, connect and create without barriers. We’re recruiting a world-class team to come on this journey, to build the most accessible sandbox game ever.

Job Mission

The mission for this gameplay engineer will be to design and build core in-game mechanics that will be used by creators and players using our custom engine. This gameplay engineer should care deeply about creating engaging user experiences in 3D, with ability to both design for user experience and directly program features.

Responsibilities

• Design and build gameplay mechanics, including core creation tools, player movement, particle systems, visual effects, camera controls, in-game UI, animations, collaborative emotes.

• Design gameplay mechanics native in the web browser (Javascript) that feel like AAA standard.

• Actively seek out usage data/feedback through user interviews, community and analytics to improve user experience.

• Drive user activation/retention through the development of sticky, engaging creator and player mechanics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

• At least 3 years of experience in game development, working at a small or large studio - with experience shipping a game.

• Proficiency in Javascript and 3JS is ideal.

• Experience in designing and building game mechanics is required with an existing portfolio.

• Comfortable working in CI/CD environments.

• Strong understanding of good design, including visual, art, and sound.

• Excellent communication and listening skills, as well as empathy towards creators and players.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, remote environment amongst a world-class team with high operational standards.

The Benefits

• Stock options in a VC-backed high potential business, with previously exited founders.

• Competitive salary.

• WFH stipend to support your home office needs.

• Twice a year company off-site in-person get together.

• Remote-work supported.

• Become a founding team member of a hungry, passionate team taking on an enormous mission and challenge.

If you are passionate about designing and building engaging gameplay mechanics and creating a world-class user experience, we look forward to hearing from you!