Software Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Japan.

📋 Description

• Independently design, test, and debug code.

• Decompose features into engineering tasks and collaborate with fellow engineers to accomplish them.

• Engage in game development and related tools.

• Complete assigned engineering tasks promptly.

• Test and document solutions for developer review and educational purposes.

• Produce clear and maintainable code that meets senior-engineer standards.

• Estimate tasks accurately and ensure timely delivery.

• Raise any obstacles with the feature lead or project lead.

• Adhere to software engineering best practices throughout the entire software development lifecycle.

• Take responsibility for medium-sized features by breaking them into manageable tasks.

• Collaborate with non-engineering team members to deliver features effectively.

• Optimize AI logic and collaborate with game designers and artists to integrate features.

⛳️ Requirements

• Several years of professional software development experience.

• A university degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience.

• For candidates based in Japan: 3+ years of professional software engineering experience with at least 1 year in the video game industry.

• For candidates based overseas: 7+ years of professional software engineering experience with at least 4 years in the video game industry.

• Proficient in C++ and C#, with experience in Go.

• Proven software engineering capabilities.

• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.

• Experience with multiple programming languages.

• At least conversational proficiency in Japanese (JLPT N3 or higher).

• Sufficient English proficiency for reading, writing, and discussing technical topics.

• Strong foundations in software development, design theory, and development processes.

• Exceptional debugging skills.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.

• Willingness to work collaboratively and contribute to technical discussions.

• Enthusiasm for learning from reviews and constructive feedback.

• Strong personal time management skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Monthly allowance for home office equipment and supplies (15,000 JPY/month).

• Private language tutoring (Japanese and/or English).

• Commute fees (train passes are not reimbursed).

• Weekends and national holidays off.

• Summer/winter vacation: 5 days per year (paid, applicable after the probation period).

• Annual Paid Leave: 10 days per year (first year, post-probation period).

• Bereavement/funeral leave.

• Sick leave: 5 days per year (paid, applicable after the probation period).

• Social insurance coverage.

• Parental leave.

• Flexible working hours with core hours from 11:00 to 16:00.

• Remote work/home office options available.

• Legal assistance for visa applications.

• Mentorship and access to digital learning resources.

• Support for training curriculum based on career goals.

• Annual salary review with potential pay raises.