Game Developer Generalist

About the role

Digital Realm Entertainment (DRE) is an African gaming and interactive entertainment company building games, digital platforms, creator tools, marketplaces and esports experiences. It is hiring a full-time hybrid Game Developer Generalist based in Kigali, with some flexibility for work from home. The role covers designing, implementing and maintaining gameplay systems, tools and features across several projects, working closely with designers, artists and other developers.

Key responsibilities

• Write and optimize game code, prototype new mechanics, integrate assets and systems, debug and resolve technical issues, and ensure smooth performance across platforms
• Contribute to game design discussions, help refine player experiences and support internal frameworks and reusable components
• Take part in code reviews, document technical decisions and stay up to date with industry trends and best practices
• Translate design concepts and paper mechanics into smooth, responsive gameplay features
• Build, extend and maintain core game systems, UI/HUD elements, physics and asset pipelines within the engine
• Rapidly build playable prototypes to test new ideas, mechanics or art directions
• Profile and fix performance bottlenecks, memory leaks and bugs across PC, console or mobile platforms
• Work with game designers, 2D/3D artists and sound designers to integrate assets and ensure a cohesive player experience
• Write clean, modular, well-commented code and document technical implementations for the team

Required profile

• Core programming concepts, including programming and object-oriented programming (OOP)
• Experience in game programming and gameplay programming for interactive entertainment projects
• Game design skills, with an understanding of player experience, systems design and game balance
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Game Development, Software Engineering or a related field is beneficial
• Experience with multiplayer systems, tools development or mobile/PC/console deployment pipelines is a plus; interest in African gaming markets, esports or interactive media is an advantage

Required skills

• Proficiency in at least one modern game engine (Unity, Unreal Engine, Godot) and relevant languages such as C#, C++ or GDScript
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with attention to performance, scalability and code quality
• Ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical partners
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g. Git) and standard development workflows

What we offer

• A competitive base salary tailored to experience and cost of living, plus performance-based bonuses and incentives
• Health, dental and vision insurance, and a 401(k) or similar retirement plan with employer contributions
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave and holidays) and an Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible schedule or remote options where applicable
• Professional development through workshops, courses and company-sponsored industry events
• Snacks, beverages and catered lunches