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Snail Games USA Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Snail Games strives to create the new high bar for gameplay experience in online gaming. We have been a global developer and publisher of digital entertainment since 2009 and are committed to pushing the boundaries of the industry. We are currently seeking a Senior Tools Engineer to lead development of next-generation game development tools. This role requires an engineer who has independently built complete software systems from scratch - not just enhanced existing engines or specialized in single domains. The ideal candidate can own entire application lifecycles while effectively translating senior technical vision into executable team plans.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Location:
Beverly Hills, CA
Primarily remote ; in-person presence required for select meetings or events.
Responsibilities
Lead a small team (3-4 people initially) in developing proprietary game development tools Own complete application development cycles from UI/UX design through backend systems and deployment Design and implement node-based visual workflows and editor interfaces Create intuitive map-based tools for assigning systems and behaviors to game objects Build data persistence layers, networking components, and integration APIs Work directly with a veteran lead architect (20+ years, commercial engine development) to execute on established technical vision and architecture Present development progress and milestones to leadership team Plan and coordinate development milestones to enable focused execution by technical leadership Serve as organizational layer between high-level architecture and day-to-day implementation Prototype and iterate on user-facing development tools and workflows
Minimum Requirements
Must have built complete software applications from scratch (not engine modifications or feature additions) 5+ years building full-stack systems independently - UI, backend, database, deployment Strong C++ proficiency with game/tools development experience Proven ability to translate senior architect guidance into executable team plans Experience leading 2-4 person engineering teams through complete project lifecycles Multi-engine background (Unity, Unreal, proprietary) with cross-platform deployment experience Track record of user-facing tool development and editor interface creation Comfortable executing within established technical architecture (not driving architectural decisions) Experience with project planning, milestone tracking, and presenting progress to leadership
Nice to Have
Portfolio demonstrating complete applications built from scratch Experience shipping as primary/sole developer on medium-sized software projects Node-based visual scripting systems or workflow tool development AI/ML integration experience in game development contexts Cross-platform development (web, desktop, mobile) Database design, networking, and system integration expertise
Why Join the Snail Games USA Team?
True focus on work/life balance Paid company holidays, vacation, and separate sick leave We offer medical, dental, vision, and Life/LTD 401k with company match
Salary Range:
$120,000 to $155,000
If you're a highly capable full stack engineer ready to lead by doing, we'd love to hear from you. Seniority level
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Salary:
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Job Type:
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Category:
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