Gaming Software Engineer (Casual and Mobile)

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Gaming Software Engineer for an 100% Remote

Position Title: Gaming Software Engineer

Location: Remote

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and it is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 6+ months, possible extension based on business needs

Job Type: Remote

Pay Range: $72.00/hr.- $76/hr.

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

• Gaming Software Engineer for a temporary, project-based assignment. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in casual and mobile gaming, who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy building innovative game experiences. As a contingent worker, you will contribute to game development projects, collaborating with client full-time engineering team for validation and integration handoff. This is not a full-time employment opportunity; the position is temporary and governed by clients contingent workforce policies.

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• Mobile Game Developer with past experience building successful mobile games. Game Developer would be focused on: New game development — Build new daily games from concept to playable prototype, following team design guidelines and technical standards. Rapid prototyping — Quickly iterate on social daily play game concepts to validate engagement hypotheses before FTE investment in integration. Game polish & production — Take validated prototypes through to production-ready quality, preparing them for entrypoint integration and launch. Social mechanics — Implement social features (challenges, leaderboards, sharing) that drive viral engagement and daily return behavior.

Skillsets/Qualifications

• Software Engineer with a casual and mobile gaming background and hands-on experience building games Experience with game development frameworks and rapid prototyping Familiarity with social/casual game design patterns — daily loops, progression systems, social mechanics Ability to work independently on game development while collaborating with the FTE team on validation and integration handoff

Responsibilities:

• Develop and prototype casual and mobile games using industry-standard frameworks.
• Implement game design patterns including daily loops, progression systems, and social mechanics.
• Work independently on game development tasks, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones.
• Collaborate with clients full-time engineering team for validation, feedback, and integration.
• Maintain high standards of code quality and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

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Minimum Requirements:

• Proven hands-on experience building games for casual and mobile platforms.
• Proficiency with game development frameworks and rapid prototyping tools.
• Strong understanding of social/casual game design patterns (daily loops, progression systems, social mechanics).
• Ability to work independently and manage project deliverables with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.