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We Are Hiring

Spicy Horse Games is the largest independent Western game development studio in Shanghai, China. Our projects and design style have attracted talented developers from all over the world. And our motivated, well-managed teams have delivered a unique collection of games including “American McGee’s Grimm” (PC) and “Alice: Madness Returns” (PC, PS3, 360). Founded in 2006 and investor funded since 2011, the studio’s development efforts are now focused on advance-casual, free-to-play online games built using Unity3D and delivered to social-gaming platforms worldwide.

 

Our studio places high value on attitude, personality, ability to learn, passion and drive. These things are often more important to us than direct experience. Spicy Horse maintains a highly functional work environment and we’re dedicated to high quality of life for our all of teammates. We don’t tolerate jerks, bullies or a-holes. If you think you might be one, save everyone the trouble and jump under the nearest bus.

Compensation is local standard+. No “expat pay scale” here.
Benefits/insurance packages are above the standard or government required levels.

All positions are in Shanghai, China – unless otherwise stated.

 

We’re always happy to hear from people interested in joining the studio – so even if you don’t see your particular specialty listed below, feel free to reach out and let us know how you might contribute to making our studio and games better.

Current Positions Available

 

Gameplay Programmer

Responsibilities:
1. Optimize Unity3D render engine. Design, implement and optimize 3D special effects;
2. Develop and maintain tools for 3D data creation. Technical support for designers and artists;
3. Develop game logic of 3D online casual games;

Requirements:
1. Bachelor degree holder or above, major in computer science or mathematics or equivalent; 1+ years work experience as a programmer in game industry;
2. Strong knowledge of computer graphics. Updated knowledge with new 3D game development techniques;
3. Proficient in C, C++, assembly and shader language. Familiar with Direct3D or OpenGL;
4. Programming experience of Unity3D will be a plus
5. Submitting a spare-time game programming demo will be a plus

UI Programmer

Responsibilities:
1. Work with art and design team to design and implement in-game UI
2. Interface with network/game play programmers to implement game and online store features
3. Build and maintain UI pipeline across multiple game titles and localized versions

Requirements:
1. Bachelor degree holder or above, major in computer science or mathematics or equivalent; 1+ years work experience as a programmer in game industry;
2. Strong knowledge of computer graphics, UI design, art pipeline.
3. Proficient in C, C++.
4. Programming experience of Unity3D will be a plus
5. Submitting a spare-time game programming demo will be a plus

Producer

Responsibilities:

1. Build production plans and schedules based on constraints from studio management.

2. Work with development team to hit milestones, manage production issues and maintain quality of life.

3. Interface with publishing and platform partners to ensure smooth integration of games.

 

Requirements:

1. Must be a people person who enjoys constant communication and collaboration with teammates.

2. Strong understanding of project management techniques, resource planning, scheduling.

3. A good cheerleader, therapist, connector and facilitator.

4. Chinese and English language proficiency.

 

Marketing Manager

Responsibilities:

1. Work with studio leads and project producers to develop marketing/PR plans for collection of online F2P games with global distribution.

2. Interface with license and platform partners to ensure quality use of licensed content and maximum reach via partner marketing channels.

3. Responsible for managing a wide range of social-online, web, blog, and forum-based communication channels. Interfaces with external media partners (press, websites, blogs) and license partners (businesses or individuals whose brands are included in our games).

4. Strong communication and writing skills are a MUST.

5. Role requires constant interaction with internal production and external partners – with emphasis on collaboration, cooperation and management (of marketing plan).

6. Language skills – weighted towards English with value in Chinese as 2nd language.

 

QA Lead
Responsibilities:

1. Build and run test plans across multiple games in development and live games on platforms around the world.

2. Working with development team to reproduce and repair errors.

3. Candidates should have strong verbal and writing skills.

4. Testing games full-time is not “fun”, so a strong work ethic and attention to detail is an absolute requirement.

5. Language skills – weighted towards English with value in Chinese as 2nd language.

 

Online Game Support (Asia, USA, Europe)
Responsibilities:

1. Manage and maintain online game servers around the globe.

2. Work with tech team to develop and improve monitoring and maintenance tools.

3. Interface with platform partners and customers to ensure high level of player satisfaction.

Contact E-mail : jobs@spicyhorse.com