Are you passionate about creating immersive gaming experiences that captivate players and push the boundaries of innovation? Beard Boy GG IT is seeking a talented and creative Gaming Software Developer to join our growing development team in Calgary, Alberta.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on engaging game projects, cutting-edge technologies, and interactive digital experiences that reach players across multiple platforms. If you're a developer who thrives on creativity, collaboration, and technical excellence, we want to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Gaming Software Developer, you will contribute to the design, development, testing, and optimization of video game applications and interactive entertainment products. Working alongside artists, designers, producers, and fellow developers, you will help bring innovative game concepts to life while ensuring exceptional gameplay performance and user experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain game features, mechanics, and systems for PC, console, mobile, and online gaming platforms.
- Write clean, efficient, and scalable code using industry-standard programming languages and frameworks.
- Collaborate with game designers, artists, animators, and QA teams throughout the development lifecycle.
- Implement gameplay functionality, user interfaces, AI systems, physics mechanics, and multiplayer features.
- Optimize game performance, memory usage, and frame rates across supported platforms.
- Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues and gameplay bugs.
- Integrate audio, visual, networking, and third-party platform services.
- Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and technical design discussions.
- Contribute to the development of tools, pipelines, and automation processes that improve productivity.
- Stay current with emerging gaming technologies, development methodologies, and industry trends.
QualificationsRequired
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of professional software development experience.
- Strong proficiency in C++, C#, or other relevant programming languages.
- Experience working with game engines such as Unity, Unreal Engine, or similar platforms.
- Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, software architecture, and design patterns.
- Experience with version control systems such as Git.
- Strong debugging, optimization, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent teamwork, communication, and collaboration abilities.
- Passion for gaming and interactive entertainment.
Preferred
- Experience developing multiplayer or online gaming systems.
- Knowledge of graphics programming, shaders, and rendering techniques.
- Familiarity with AI systems, physics engines, and gameplay frameworks.
- Experience with cloud-based gaming services and backend infrastructure.
- Understanding of mobile, console, or cross-platform game development.
- Portfolio showcasing completed game projects or interactive applications.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Employer-sponsored retirement savings program.
- Paid vacation, wellness days, and company holidays.
- Professional development, training, and conference support.
- Access to modern development tools and technologies.
- Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work opportunities.
- Creative, collaborative, and gamer-focused workplace culture.
Why Join Beard Boy GG IT?
At Beard Boy GG IT, we believe great games are built by passionate people who aren't afraid to innovate. Our team combines technical expertise, artistic creativity, and a love for gaming to create experiences that entertain, challenge, and inspire players.
Whether you're building gameplay systems, crafting multiplayer experiences, or optimizing performance, your work will directly contribute to the next generation of interactive entertainment.
Pay: $295,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
