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About the Role

Wizcorp is seeking highly experienced Unity Programmers to contribute to exciting projects for next-generation consoles. This role involves deep problem-solving within Unity's rendering pipelines, Addressables system, and other core components, with opportunities to build plugins, tools, and mentor other engineers.

Responsibilities

• Review code from other engineers to ensure quality.
• Implement control systems for consoles in a clean and extensible manner.
• Investigate performance on target platforms and modify game or engine for improvement.
• Test updated code on target platforms for correctness and performance.
• Estimate own tasks and deliver them in a timely manner.
• Write clear, maintainable code that passes review by other senior engineers.
• Raise all blockers when they arise to the project lead.
• Navigate large existing codebases to find and solve complex performance issues.
• Iterate solutions on systems without breaking functionality.
• Test and document provided solutions to ensure their effectiveness, regardless of platform.
• Implement and uphold software engineering best practices for the full software development life cycle.
• Take ownership of large areas of the codebase and large complex features.
• Coordinate with members outside of the engineering team to deliver features in a timely manner.
• Determine large feature feasibility and propose solutions.
• Provide solid programming expertise to deliver large features and architecture suggestions.
• Provide code review analysis that uses all relevant experience to foresee problems with design and implementation.

Requirements

• Must reside in Japan during employment.
• Several years of work experience with Unity and released games on PC and consoles.
• Proficiency in C#.
• Willingness to deep-dive into the engine, building plugins and tools in C++ or other necessary languages.
• Experience solving complex problems in Unity rendering pipelines, the Addressables system, and other key Unity systems.
• Full grasp of Unity's lifecycle, including domain reloading, scene management, and deep profiling.
• Confident problem-solving in Unity's rendering pipelines (URP primarily, HDRP, SRP, or custom pipelines a plus).
• Ability to structure and build logical, performant asset groups using the Addressables system.
• Experience designing and implementing custom editor extensions, inspectors, and tools to streamline workflows.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal oversight.
• Ability to break down large features into engineering tasks and collaborate with others.
• Ability to mentor engineers in software development best practices.
• Interest in working on both games and their tools.
• Confident communication with all company members.
• Ability to write clean, readable, performant code and design architecture.
• Excellent debugging and optimization skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and contribute to technical discussions.
• Eagerness to provide and receive constructive feedback for continual growth.
• Strong software development skills, design theory, and development processes.
• Strong personal time management.
• End-to-end software development knowledge.
• Experience setting up and managing usage of Unity’s Addressable system.
• Familiarity with Unity’s core system internals and knowledge on how to customize them.
• Development targeting PlayStation platforms and Nintendo platforms.
• University degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline; or relevant professional experience.
• For Japan-based candidates: 5+ total years of professional software engineering experience, including 2+ years of professional experience using Unity and 2+ years of professional experience developing console games.
• For overseas-based candidates: 7+ total years of professional software engineering experience, 6+ years of professional experience using Unity and 6+ years of professional experience developing console games.
• Solid software engineering abilities (good code hygiene, familiarity with various coding patterns, etc.).
• Strong experience with C++ and debugging in Unreal Engine.
• Comfortable with source code management systems (Git, SVN, Perforce, etc.).
• At least conversational Japanese proficiency - JLPT N3 or above.
• English proficiency (ability to read, write, and discuss technical matters).
• Experience with some of the following languages: C++, Rust, Ruby, Python, shell scripting (Bash, PowerShell, etc.).
• Familiarity with Unity’s build pipeline.
• Experience with other game engines such as Unreal Engine, proprietary engines, or others.
• Optional familiarity with other target platforms (Nintendo, PC, mobile).
• Worked on at least 1 released game.

Skills

• Unity
• C#
• C++
• Unity rendering pipelines
• Addressables system
• Debugging
• Optimization
• Software development best practices
• Git
• SVN
• Perforce
• PlayStation development
• Nintendo development
• URP
• HDRP
• SRP
• Custom pipelines
• Rust
• Ruby
• Python
• Bash
• PowerShell
• Unreal Engine

Location

• Tokyo, Japan
• Remote

Work Type

• Remote
• Permanent
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Senior
• Highly experienced

Education Level

• University degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline; or relevant professional experience

Salary/Compensations

• JPY 550,000 - JPY 700,000 monthly

Benefits

• Monthly allowance for home office equipment and supplies (15,000 JPY/month)
• Private language tutoring (Japanese and/or English)
• Commute fees (train passes not reimbursed)
• Social insurance
• Parental leave

About the Company

• Wizcorp is a specialized game development studio based in Tokyo, operating 100% remotely.
• Wizcorp is a cross-cultural team focused on bringing magic back to game development.
• Wizcorp values continuous improvement, questioning the status quo, moral guidance, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
• Wizcorp offers a friendly and honest working environment with challenging but rewarding work and growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

• Keywords Studios is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and supportive working environment.
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