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Surpass Games

Lead Game Developer

Surpass Games
Turkey · Full-time · Not Applicable

At Surpass Games, our goal is to redefine the hybrid casual puzzle genre and become the global leader in this fast-growing space. We aim to surpass the expectations of players by developing superior puzzle games. Our ambition is not only to match the best in the market but to surpass them. Experience the next level of mobile gaming and join us in shaping its future!

You will have the opportunity to be at the core of games that bring a fresh perspective, ensuring high-quality, reliable, and clean code while mentoring the team to enhance their skill sets.

You will work closely with the Art, Product, and Data teams, playing an active role in delivering exceptional experiences for mobile players.

Our Values

Passion and Drive: A genuine love for gaming and the motivation to create engaging experiences. Our team remains focused, pushes through challenges and fuels success with high energy and motivation to deliver great games.

Positive Attitude and Problem-Solving: A can-do mindset is essential, tackling challenges with optimism and finding solutions with enthusiasm, no matter the difficulty.

Ownership and Initiative: Our team members take responsibility for their work, drive projects forward, and are accountable for their contributions and successes.

World-Class Standards: We strive to create games that set new benchmarks in the industry and push boundaries to surpass the limits.

Teamwork and Collaboration: We value strong teamwork, where transparent idea-sharing, solving problems together, and supporting each other leads to the best outcomes.

What You Will Do

  • Take responsibility for overseeing the entire game development process, ensuring smooth execution from concept to launch
  • Lead a team of developers, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to improve their skills and enhance the team's overall technical expertise
  • Maintain coding standards and best practices, optimize performance, and ensure that games are robust and scalable
  • Developing, building, contributing prototypes for gameplay ideas and innovative features


Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in game development with at least 1 year in a leadership role, preferably in the casual puzzle games
  • Deep knowledge of the Unity 3D game engine
  • Proven experience in designing, developing, and maintaining event-driven architecture for scalable, responsive, and efficient game systems
  • Expertise in game programming patterns, software architecture design, SOLID principles and CPU/GPU optimization
  • Proven success in shipping multiple games with a strong track record
  • Ability to lead, be result-oriented, transparent, ambitious and inspire a team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Deep enthusiasm for delivering world-class results in the gaming industry
  • Open communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams
  • A strong passion for games, with a keen understanding of game mechanics and player engagement
  • University degree in Computer Science or related field


Benefits

USD-based competitive salary

Stock option plan

Comprehensive private health insurance

Meal support

Relocation assistance as needed

Birthday leave

Opportunity to be part of a dynamic, creative, and passionate team in a centrally located office.

Key Skills

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responsive prototypes unity 3d
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Posted
Feb 19, 2025
Type
Full-time
Level
Not Applicable
Location
Istanbul

Industries

Mobile Gaming Apps

Categories

Engineering Information Technology

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