Software Engineer, Product - Unreal Gigs

We are a team of seasoned product developers with backgrounds from Peloton, Microsoft, and Replika, collectively responsible for crafting products and games enjoyed by millions worldwide. Backed by leading tech and gaming investors like YCombinator and supporters of industry giants such as Coinbase and Instacart, we're on a mission to redefine interactive experiences.

The Opportunity

We're in search of a Senior Engineer to join our rapidly growing team. As employee #5, you'll be at the core of our technical foundation, shaping critical features and ensuring scalability as we embark on our journey. This is your chance to be part of a rocketship and drive significant impact from day one.

Requirements

What You'll Do

• Collaborate closely with technical founders to define and develop our core technology stack architecture.
• Lead the development of key features spanning UI/UX, authentication, applied AI, payments, backend services, live operations, infrastructure, and more.
• Contribute to developer velocity by optimizing tools and processes, such as implementing a multi-platform per commit build server.
• Rapidly prototype growth features and iterate based on user feedback and market insights.

Requirements

• Demonstrated track record of hands-on involvement in building consumer products, whether through work or personal projects.
• 3+ years of experience as a Software Engineer in consumer mobile apps, modern live service game development, or AR/VR across the entire tech stack.
• Proficiency in either C# or modern JavaScript/TypeScript, with at least basic familiarity with the other.
• Some exposure to native iOS app development and Swift, or a strong willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with modern cloud platforms like Google Cloud and experience with scaling backend systems.
• A creative eye and a strong user-centric mindset.
• Passion for cutting-edge applied AI and/or game development.

Bonus Points

• Experience with live services and rapid-deployment methodologies.
• Familiarity with multi-platform mobile product codebases such as Unity, React Native, or Flutter.
• Experience in developing real-time multiplayer online products.
• Desire to make a significant impact at an early-stage, venture-backed gaming startup with substantial potential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $120,000 - $180,000
• Meaningful equity stake in the company
• Comprehensive health insurance, including dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Flexible remote work options
• Professional development stipend for continued learning and growth
• Company-sponsored team outings and events

Location

We strongly prefer candidates based in Canada. However, exceptional candidates residing in the Americas and able to work compatible hours with US Eastern Time zone will also be considered.

If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you're the right fit, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to join our dynamic team.