Senior Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement core gameplay systems such as combat, traversal, and exploration using the Unity engine
• Collaborate closely with Game Design, Animation, VFX, and Level Design teams to bring new features to life
• Prototype new mechanics and tools to enable rapid testing of gameplay ideas
• Integrate animations, state machines, and VFX into gameplay logic
• Optimize performance, stability, and memory usage within Unity
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Support and mentor junior software engineers
• Troubleshoot, debug, and continuously improve existing systems

Requirements

• Several years of professional experience as a Gameplay Programmer or Software Engineer, ideally in action or RPG titles
• Strong proficiency in C# and the Unity game engine
• Hands-on experience with animation systems, state machines, physics, and collision handling
• Experience with profiling, debugging, and performance optimization
• A strong sense for gameplay quality, responsiveness, and player experience
• Structured, team-oriented, and solution-driven way of working
• Very good command of written and spoken English

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with tools development
• Proficiency with Behaviour Designer or Playmaker Scripting

Benefits

• 40-hour work week with flexible working hours
• 30 days of vacation
• Flat hierarchies and quick decision-making processes
• Modern workplace with state-of-the-art technology
• On-site amenities including a team restaurant, in-house gym, and EV charging station
• Company apartment available on request

About the Company

HandyGames™ is an international indie and premium mobile game publisher and developer. As a THQ Nordic Company and part of the Embracer Group, we have been a veteran of the gaming industry for over a quarter-century. We develop high-quality experiences for consoles (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch), PC, and mobile platforms.