Web-Tools Engineer

Summary

Join Escape Velocity as a Web-Tools Engineer to contribute to the development and maintenance of internal tools for an unannounced project. Collaborate with a team of passionate developers, utilizing modern web development technologies and frameworks. Develop and maintain web tools to support game development, integrate external APIs, and adhere to coding standards. The role requires 3+ years of experience in web application development, proficiency in front-end frameworks (ReactJS or equivalent), and a strong understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript). Escape Velocity offers a fully remote work environment, generous PTO, healthcare benefits, and a supportive team culture. Apply now and be part of a unique project with a committed publisher.

Requirements

• 3+ years developing web-based applications
• Modern front-end web development frameworks such as ReactJS. Our tools use Vue.js but knowledge of equivalent frameworks is acceptable
• All elements of web-based apps, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, command line tooling
• A working knowledge of CRUD and RPC backend interactions
• Strong programming skills and the ability to code independently
• A problem-solving mindset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and able to work independently when given a list of tasks
• Keen interest in games
• Experience with source control systems, we use a mix of git and perforce.  Experience in at least one is essential
• Modern web-based production tooling, such as Jira, confluence etc
• Experience integrating with existing frameworks and systems

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain web tools to support different aspects of the game development process
• Keep up-to-date with the latest web development technologies and techniques
• Write code that fulfills the functional and technical requirements of the project
• Participate in the development and implementation of products and perform testing activities
• Work closely with other team members to implement solutions for our wider development team
• Build web-based tools that will make our fellow designers, developers and product owners’ lives easier
• Integrate existing external APIs and services
• Adhere to the project’s established coding standards and best practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Database experience isn’t essential but would be a plus
• Experience developing content management systems and their best-practice UI/UX is a plus
• Experience using Unreal Engine 4/5 is plus

Benefits

• A generous PTO allowance
• Summer and Winter holidays studio closure (separate to PTO allowance)
• Private Medical & Dental Healthcare
• Private Mental Health scheme
• A generous annual Health & Wellbeing allowance
• Discretionary Studio Bonus
• Top range tech for your home set up
• Other benefits based on your region