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Job Location:
Madison, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Academic StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Software Engineer/Developer IJob Summary:
The Unity Game Developer will be responsible for independently creating game prototypes using Unity and programming languages such as C# JavaScript and Python. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams producing clear code documentation and contributing to game design. Additionally the developer may engage in digital music composition and will apply mathematical modeling to create simulations.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Reviews application design specifications codes new applications and makes enhancements to existing applications
- Develops or modifies technical specifications for low-complexity projects using disciplined software development practices
- Tests and debugs programs and prepares systems test data
- Maintains and troubleshoots applications systems or websites
- Prepares program documentation and training requirements
- Implements data structure and systems performance strategies
Department:
Field Day Lab is a research and development group at the University of Wisconsin-Madison that creates educational games and digital tools for teaching and learning. Their focus is on designing interactive experiences that blend game-based learning with academic research aiming to engage students and teachers in subjects such as science history and social studies.
The lab collaborates with educators scientists and other researchers to develop these digital tools often grounded in real-world data and classroom environments. They explore how games can enhance learning by providing students with interactive immersive environments where they can experiment explore and apply concepts in new ways.
Compensation:
Minimum: $55000 annually
Commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance tax-advantaged savings accounts and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.
Required Qualifications:
- Expertise in Unity with a deep understanding of game design principles.
- Proficiency in C# JavaScript and Python with an ability to adapt to new programming languages as needed.
- Proven experience building game prototypes independently from concept to implementation.
- Ability to read understand and refactor code efficiently.
- Comfortable working with teams outside of the core development group and adapting to differentwork styles.
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written with experience in writing and maintainingclear documentation.
- Ability and comfort at moving across domains and mathematically model them into simulations.
- Ability to teach and mentor other team members helping to improve the overall teams skill set.
- Experience with audio editing and recording software is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience composing digital music and using audio editing/recording software.
- Computer Science Degree or Modeling background.
Education:
Bachelors Degree
How to Apply:
Please go to the Apply Now area and select your current UW Employment Status. Upload a copy of your current resume and a cover letter.
Contact Information:
Sarah Gagnon
Gagnon3@
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