Senior Developer · Sunderland, UK · Hybrid Remote

Tombola Ltd; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online gaming company in Sunderland seeks a Snr. PixiJS Developer to architect new games and optimize performance. Applicants should have deep expertise in PixiJS and experience in JavaScript/TypeScript game development. The role involves mentoring team members and collaborating on innovative projects. This position offers a chance to significantly impact game performance and player experience in a creative environment.

Qualifications

• Deep, proven expertise in PixiJS and its ecosystem.
• Strong experience in commercial JavaScript/TypeScript game development.
• Portfolio demonstrating high-performance web game projects.
• Experience with Git and modern software development workflows.
• Ability to tackle complex problems related to graphics, animation, and state management.

Responsibilities

• Architecting and implementing new games and features using PixiJS.
• Optimizing performance and graphics rendering across devices.
• Collaborating with Game Designers and Artists to translate visions into code.
• Mentoring mid-level developers on PixiJS best practices.
• Driving the adoption of new tools and techniques.

Skills

PixiJS expertise

JavaScript/TypeScript development

Creative problem-solving

Performance optimization

Tools

Git

AWS

Job description

Ready to build incredible games at the UK's biggest bingo site? Do you speak fluent PixiJS? Then you might just be the perfect fit for the Tombola family! We're not just any online gaming site; we're the UK's biggest, and we pride ourselves on building all our amazing games right here in-house using the latest tech.

We're on the hunt for a skilled and proactive Snr. PixiJS Developer to join our fantastic Game Development Studio team in Sunderland. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to create stunning, high-performance web experiences for millions of players!

What You'll Be Getting Up To (A Glimpse into Your New Role!) 🎮

You’ll be a key part of bringing our innovative game ideas to life. A typical day might look like this:

• Architecting and implementing new games and features using PixiJS and other modern JavaScript technologies.
• Optimizing performance and graphics rendering to ensure our games run smoothly across all devices.
• Collaboration closely with Game Designers and Artists to translate creative visions into high-quality, scalable code.
• Mentoring and guiding mid-level developers on PixiJS best practices and game development patterns.
• Driving the adoption of new tools and techniques within our games and Development teams.

What We're Looking For in You (Your Superpowers!) ✨

We're looking for someone who is a creative problem-solver and passionate about game performance.

The Must-Haves:

• Deep, proven expertise in PixiJS and its ecosystem.
• Strong experience in commercial JavaScript/TypeScript game development.
• A portfolio demonstrating high-performance web game projects.
• Experience with Git and modern software development workflows (Agile/Scrum).
• Ability to tackle complex problems related to graphics, animation, and state management.

The Nice-to-Haves (Bonus points if you have these!):

• Experience with WebSockets and real-time multiplayer systems.
• Familiarity with deployment in AWS or other cloud environments.
• A background in developing gambling or real-money gaming applications.

Why This Role is a Game-Changer for You 🚀

You’ll be making a huge impact on our core product. This is a brilliant opportunity to lead the technology choices in our game engine, working alongside a team that values innovation, creativity, and a genuinely great work-life balance.

Ready to take the next step at Tombola? If you're passionate about PixiJS and ready to make a real impact on millions of players, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now and let's build some fun together!