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Akima, LLC

Game Developer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Familiarity with at least one game engine (Unity or Unreal Engine). * Strong problem-solving ... Experience in the Lua programming language. * One or more shipped titles. Job ID 2025-20304 Work ...

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Game Developer

Akima, LLC

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago

Akima rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

377th of 452 rated engineering

Job description

Pinnacle Solutions is looking for a passionate and motivated Game Developer to join our virtual development team. The ideal candidate has a foundational understanding of programming and game design principles, and a strong desire to learn and grow in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, have a can-do attitude, and be willing to take ownership and help grow the capabilities of our growing engineering team. This position will provide an opportunity to apply academic and professional experience to the creation of serious games. Daily work will require experience in the Unity or Unreal game engines and the ability to learn custom frameworks and toolsets.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with designers, artists, and senior developers to implement gameplay features.
  • Follow development standards using proprietary development tools.
  • Debug and resolve bugs, performance issues, and gameplay inconsistencies.
  • Participate in regular development reviews and team meetings. Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Knowledge of 2D/3D game mechanics.
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages (C#, C++, etc.).
  • Familiarity with at least one game engine (Unity or Unreal Engine).
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical skills and attention to detail are a must.
  • Ability to work in a team and take constructive feedback.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Must be a US Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Desired Qualification:
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Familiarity with Unreal Blueprint.
  • Basic knowledge of game physics, or AI systems.
  • Familiarity with agile development workflows.
  • Experience in AR/VR development.
  • Experience in the Lua programming language.
  • One or more shipped titles.

Job ID
2025-20304
Work Type
Hybrid
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is not just another federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Pinnacle Solutions, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, Pinnacle Solutions provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, Pinnacle Solutions delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.
As a Pinnacle Solutions employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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As an Alaska Native Corporation headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Akima is dedicated to delivering superior outcomes for our customers’ missions while simultaneously creating a long-lived asset for our Iñupiat shareholders. Akima maintains a portfolio of small businesses, 8(a) companies, and operating companies that deliver simplified and accelerated access to the products and services agencies need to ensure mission success.

Industry

Specialty trade contractors

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

1995

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