Game Developer

Rutgers University, United States

Updated: almost 3 years ago
Location: New Brunswick, NEW JERSEY
Deadline: ;

Position Details


Recruitment/Posting Title Game Developer
Job Category Staff & Executive - Information Technology
Department GRID
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrated a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 70,800 students and 27,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.
 Rutgers University–New Brunswick took root over 250 years ago. We are the state’s most comprehensive intellectual resource—the flagship campus of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, as designated by the Association of American Universities. We are the region’s most high-profile public research institution and a leading national research center with a global impact.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Game Developer for Game Research and Immersive Design (GRID). Reporting to the assistant director-GRID, this position is responsible for Game Research & Immersive Design project production related tasks. These tasks include animation, 3D modeling, programming, testing, documenting applications, and reports. The position performs fundamental programming and 3D modeling skills to be able to assist others who design, code, test, debug, document and maintain programs. The Game Developer  collaborates with department, division, and partner artists, developers, designers, business analysts, and project managers as directed, to create games and applications containing required features and modifications. This position may provide technical advice to other departments within the university and for integrating features. The Game Developer is also responsible for staying informed of advances in technology and adapting to new development tools and techniques. 
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Development support conducted in accordance with established university and departmental procedures.
  • Problem identification and resolution
  • Assist in the accomplishment of the unit’s operational goals and objectives
  • Clients who are clearly informed and serviced 
  • Safeguarded unit assets.
  • Compliance with operational policies and procedures
  • Appropriate responses to recommendations of internal and external auditors and other reviews. 
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 04
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 58274.000
Annual Mid Range Salary 73717.000
Annual Maximum Salary 89159.000
Standard Hours 37.50
Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits

Information about the benefits provided to Rutgers employees can be found at: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or in a related field or three or more years of experience in game design, game production, or 3d modeling. 
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Familiarity with 3D Modeling software, such as Maya, or Blender.
  • Familiarity with game engines and tools, such as the Unity or Unreal game engines.
  • Familiarity with virtual spaces, such as VR Chat and Mozilla HUBS.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with animation tools.
  • Familiarity with the Adobe suite of creative software.
  • Familiarity with the Unity game engine.
Equipment Utilized
  • Unity or Unreal game engine.
  • Mozilla HUBS.
  • Blender, Maya, or other 3D modeling software.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • This position may be assigned to assist in planning and execution of on-campus events such as demonstrations, student outreach programs, Rutgers Day, and more.
Special Conditions

Posting Number 21ST1846
Posting Open Date 07/08/2021
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
Location Details
 New Brunswick, NJ 08901




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