Junior Game Programmer

Viridian is seeking a talented Junior Programmer with a strong foundation in C# or similar language.

The successful candidate will work closely with our development team to design, implement, and maintain high-quality video game titles and technology.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or an individual with some programming experience to advance their career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Hours/week: 37.5 hours

Work Hours: 9.00/10.00 to 5.30/6.30 (Flexi-Time), Monday to Friday

Salary: €30k per annum

Start Date: 24th February 2025 (Flexible)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior developers to understand project requirements and objectives.
• Write clean and efficient code in C#.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Assist in the debugging and troubleshooting of issues.
• Perform unit testing and ensure software quality.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in C# programming language or similar.
• Basic understanding of software development principles and methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of software testing principles
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and tools.

Pluses

• Experience writing unit tests
• Experience with version control systems (e.g. Git)
• Personal interest in video games
• Exposure to different development technologies
• Experience developing video games

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat will I be working on?

You’ll be working on an exciting new IP developed at Viridian Software.

How large is the team?

The team currently consists of 9 people full-time and part-time.

Does Viridian Software allow work-from-home?

Work from home is not permitted during first 3 months of probation period unless there a special circumstances. After three months, employees can work in a hybrid model with 3 days per week in office unless agreed otherwise with senior management.

Where is the office located?

The office is located at Talent Garden, Claremont Avenue, Botanic, Glasnevin, D11 YNR2, Dublin.

More information can be found at: https://viridiansoftware.com/junior-game-programmer