Game Programmer - Content Integration & Software Testing

We are looking for a versatile Game Programmer who will ensure seamless content integration into the game engine, design robust tools to streamline content pipelines, and empower our Quality Assurance team with automated testing frameworks and validation technology.

Key Responsibilities:

Game Content Integration

• Build, maintain, and optimize pipelines for importing art, audio, animation, levels, and design data into the game engine.
• Work closely with artists, game designers, and sound designers to streamline content workflows.

Game Content Tools

• Design and implement tools, plugins, and automation scripts to accelerate adding content to the game.
• Develop automated content validation tools.

Quality Assurance & Test Support

• Partner directly with the Quality Assurance team to build internal debugging tools and create automation scripts to test content on handheld devices. 

• Develop technical mechanisms to validate game/build integrity (e.g.,unit testing, regression testing, data verification).

• Assist in writing technical test cases and tools for complex game content interactions.

• Maintain clean and well documented code for internal tools and integration frameworks.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. 

• Experience with C#, Java and JavaScript.

• Excellent problem-solving and math skills.

• Familiarity with animation, networking and other game programming domains.

• Experience with web servers, databases, mobile app development, and source control systems.

• Knowledge of software concepts such as data structures, object-oriented programming and design patterns.

• Proven track record of creating developer-facing tools, editor extensions, or asset validation systems.

• Familiarity with test automation, technical validation strategies, and writing functional or regression test specifications for game content.

• Strong communication skills with a user-first mindset for internal software development.

You also have the following attributes: 

• Self-directed.

• Detail oriented. 

• A clear communicator.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

• Comfortable working in a team.

• Enthusiastic about gaming culture.

We know the above list is a lot. You don’t have to fill every single point. We each bring our own respective strengths to the table. Let us know which of the above is you and get in touch with us now to explore the opportunity further!

Big Blue Bubble is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from queer, transgender, Indigenous, BIPOC, d/Deaf and disabled applicants. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments – if you require accommodations at any point in the application or recruitment process please submit them in confidence to [email protected] .

What Makes Our Studio Exceptional:

• Flexible hybrid work schedule providing a balance of in-office and remote workdays.

• Inclusive studio culture that fosters strong collaboration and mutual support.

• Smaller-scope projects that provide multifaceted opportunities to build skills and try new things.

• Strong focus on work-life balance with minimal overtime.

• In-office barista and full kitchen hosting daily popcorn, ice cream days, and food events.

• Unique and frequent team-building and social events (Pi Day, Office Olympics, escape rooms, gaming tournaments, movie days, and more).

• On-site entertainment including gaming consoles, an arcade machine, and testing devices.

• Paid game fund to help you continuously expand your industry knowledge.

• Comprehensive benefits package and annual bonuses.

• Paid time off, sick days, wedding leave, and parental leave.

• Dedication to community outreach through events such as Extra Life.

• A variety of internship placements where students quickly see the impact of their work.

• Part of the EG7 global gaming cooperative, comprised of several specialized video game entertainment companies.

Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities:

Big Blue Bubble will never ask an applicant for sensitive information, such as a Social Insurance Number, date of birth, or bank account details during job applications. We will also never request payment during the hiring process or extend an employment offer without first conducting a phone, live video, or in-person interview.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Compensation Range: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year