Position Summary

The Intermediate Game Programmer is a versatile technical expert able to contribute in varied areas of game development, from gameplay systems, to tools, to engine-related features. You will be responsible for creating new mechanics and systems and bringing them to a high level of polish. You are comfortable working closely with designers to create compelling gameplay experiences, implement new content, and collaborate closely with a cross-discipline team to pull it all together.

About Us

Our mission is to craft retro-infused JRPGs that awaken cherished childhood memories. We’re growing the studio by assembling a dream team of talent from across the globe. Join us on this epic quest to make fun, narrative-rich games in an inclusive, supportive, and fun studio environment!

You’ll be working on Threads of Time, a 2.5D JRPG inspired by Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy where you get to travel from the pre-historic era to the end of time!

• Become part of a veteran team that includes legendary developers who led iconic titles such as Xenoblade Chronicles, Legend of Mana, and more
• 4 weeks paid vacation (1 week of which is taken in late December)
• Collaborative environment with opportunities to contribute to the game’s creative design and take ownership of features
• Competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Opportunities to help you strengthen your skills or learn something new
• A workplace that appreciates and values diversity and inclusivity

Responsibilities:

• Architect, plan, and implement new game features and systems
• Provide development strategies and time estimates for the various initiatives
• Contribute and apply clear coding best practices
• Anticipate, identify, and articulate technical and developmental risks and obstacles, and generate solutions
• Ensure the creation of strong technical documentation
• Ability to write efficient and maintainable code

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science or equivalent
• 3+ years of game development experience
• Strong proficiency in C++
• Strong understanding of Unreal Engine
• Experience in developing gameplay, tools and/or engine systems
• A high degree of self-motivation and resourcefulness in all areas of engineering
• Well-versed in design patterns and software engineering principles
• Excellent communication and listening skills, including demonstrated patience and compassion for teammates
• Experience with commonly used development tools such as Jira and Perforce
• Genuine passion for making and playing video games

Pluses:

• Shipped a title using Unreal Engine 4/5
• Experience working on console platforms
• Experience with performance profiling and analysis
• Resident of Ontario or Quebec, Canada
• A love of JRPGs

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 CAD

Maybe you think that your experience is not where it should be? Or you don’t meet every requirement listed in this job description? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs if they don’t think they meet every qualification. But we feel that creating meaningful work means embracing different perspectives, which is why at Riyo Games we are focused on building an equitable, diverse and inclusive studio. If your experience is not perfectly aligned with every requirement in this job description, but you’re interested in this position, we encourage you to apply anyway. We simply want to know what makes you special!

Riyo Games welcomes and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please email [email protected]. We will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.

Please note although this is a full-time remote position, applicants must reside in Canada.

Thank you, we look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary

As a Senior Game Producer, you will work as part of a collaborative team of Producers, contributing to the coordination of production milestones, management of team resources, and the delivery of exceptional project outcomes. With your expertise in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and clear communication, you’ll lead by example to inspire a shared vision and ensure cohesive progress across the studio.  Your role will empower teams to thrive, delivering high-quality games on schedule while fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation.

About Us

Our mission is to craft retro-infused JRPGs that awaken cherished childhood memories. Our growing studio is assembling a dream team of talent from across the globe to build the games you’ve always dreamed of growing up. Join us on this epic quest to make fun, narrative-rich games in an inclusive, supportive, and fun studio environment!

You’ll be working on Threads of Time, a 2.5D JRPG inspired by Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy where you get to travel from the pre-historic era to the end of time!

• Become part of a veteran team that includes legendary developers who led iconic titles such as Xenoblade Chronicles, Legend of Mana, and more

• 4 weeks paid vacation (1 week of which is taken in late December)

• Collaborative environment with opportunities to contribute to the game’s creative design and take ownership of features

• Be a significant contributor to the project!

• Competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Opportunities to help you strengthen your skills or learn something new

• A workplace that appreciates and values diversity and inclusivity

Responsibilities:

Project Management and Scheduling:

• Milestone Delivery: Own the successful delivery of production milestones, ensuring deadlines are met with quality results.
• Planning and Scheduling: Take on mid-level planning and create realistic project schedules for the teams, including setting key dates and reviews. Break down the roadmap into actionable steps, identify and manage dependencies, monitor capacity, and understand team velocity. 
• Resource Allocation: Monitoring team capacity and velocity to ensure timely milestone delivery.  Maintain a high-level view of team resources, identifying potential issues or opportunities for optimization.
• Process Improvement: Continuously seek ways to enhance production processes and pipeline efficiency.

Team Coordination and Mentorship:

• Team Coordination: Oversee how Leads and Producers contribute to milestone planning and ensure cohesive team efforts. 
• Facilitation: Lead production meetings, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and feature kickoffs.
• Problem Solving: Anticipate potential risks, proactively develop mitigation strategies, and resolve production challenges as they arise.
• Conflict Resolution: Maintain a positive working environment by addressing conflicts swiftly and collaboratively.
• Communication Excellence: Keep stakeholders, senior leadership, and team members informed with clear, timely updates on project progress.

Quality Assurance and Standards Enforcement:

• Standards Enforcement: Ensure the game aligns with the studio’s vision and meets the highest quality standards.
• Tool Implementation: Evaluate and implement planning and tracking tools and technologies that aid in the development process.
• Studio Advocacy: Champion the studio’s values and goals, promoting a positive, inclusive culture.

Stakeholder and Market Liaison:

• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as a point of contact for milestone production and production initiatives.
• Market Insight: Stay informed on industry trends to maintain the studio’s competitive edge.
• Creative Input: Utilize your JRPG knowledge to contribute to the creative aspects of game development.

Requirements

• 5+ years of game production experience, including at least one full development cycle in a senior production role.
• Proven experience managing projects and building processes in video games.
• Familiarity with JRPGs and a passion for retro-inspired games.
• Deep understanding of the iterative nature of game production processes, including milestones, dependencies, and team velocity.
• Knowledge of tools and technologies that enhance production processes and pipeline efficiency.
• Outstanding time management, organization, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented problem solver with a strong desire to positively contribute in a creative environment.

• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems efficiently.

Pluses

• A love of JRPGs

• Experience using Jira

• Experience in Unreal Engine

• A resident of Ontario or Quebec, Canada, or willing to move here

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 CAD

Maybe you think that your experience is not where it should be? Or you don’t meet every requirement listed in this job description? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t think they meet every qualification. But we feel that creating meaningful work means embracing different perspectives, which is why at Riyo Games we are focused on building an equitable, diverse, and inclusive studio. If your experience is not perfectly aligned with every requirement in this job description, but you’re interested in this position, we encourage you to apply anyway. We simply want to know what makes you special!

Riyo Games welcomes and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please email [email protected]. We will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.

Please note although this is a full-time remote position, applicants must reside in Canada. Thank you, we look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary

The Senior Game Programmer is a versatile technical expert able to contribute in varied areas of game development, from gameplay systems, to tools, to engine-related features. You will be responsible for creating new mechanics and systems and bringing them to a high level of polish. You are comfortable working closely with designers to create compelling gameplay experiences, implement new content, and collaborate closely with a cross-discipline team to pull it all together.

About Us

Our mission is to craft retro-infused JRPGs that awaken cherished childhood memories. We’re growing the studio by assembling a dream team of talent from across the globe. Join us on this epic quest to make fun, narrative-rich games in an inclusive, supportive, and fun studio environment!

You’ll be working on Threads of Time, a 2.5D JRPG inspired by Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy where you get to travel from the pre-historic era to the end of time!

• Become part of a veteran team that includes legendary developers who led iconic titles such as Xenoblade Chronicles, Legend of Mana, and more
• 4 weeks paid vacation (1 week of which is taken in late December)
• Collaborative environment with opportunities to contribute to the game’s creative design and take ownership of features
• Competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Opportunities to help you strengthen your skills or learn something new
• A workplace that appreciates and values diversity and inclusivity

Responsibilities:

• Architect, plan, and implement new game features and systems
• Provide development strategies and time estimates for the various initiatives
• Contribute and apply clear coding best practices
• Anticipate, identify, and articulate technical and developmental risks and obstacles, and generate solutions
• Ensure the creation of strong technical documentation
• Ability to write efficient and maintainable code

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science or equivalent
• 5+ years of game development experience
• Strong proficiency in C++
• Strong understanding of Unreal Engine
• Experience in developing gameplay, tools and/or engine systems
• A high degree of self-motivation and resourcefulness in all areas of engineering
• Well-versed in design patterns and software engineering principles
• Excellent communication and listening skills, including demonstrated patience and compassion for teammates
• Experience with commonly used development tools such as Jira and Perforce
• Genuine passion for making and playing video games

Pluses:

• Shipped a title using Unreal Engine 4/5
• Experience working on console platforms
• Experience with performance profiling and analysis
• Resident of Ontario or Quebec, Canada
• A love of JRPGs

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 CAD

Maybe you think that your experience is not where it should be? Or you don’t meet every requirement listed in this job description? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs if they don’t think they meet every qualification. But we feel that creating meaningful work means embracing different perspectives, which is why at Riyo Games we are focused on building an equitable, diverse and inclusive studio. If your experience is not perfectly aligned with every requirement in this job description, but you’re interested in this position, we encourage you to apply anyway. We simply want to know what makes you special!

Riyo Games welcomes and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please email [email protected]. We will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.

Please note although this is a full-time remote position, applicants must reside in Canada.

Thank you, we look forward to hearing from you!