Unity Game Developer

Position Details

Pay: $40/hour

Role: Unity Game Developer

Location: Remote (Chicago area is a huge plus!)

Compensation: Paid trial contract with potential conversion to part-time

Hours: Flexible, with a focus on prototyping games for rapid testing in the classroom (1-3 days per prototype)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop rapid prototypes of web-based Unity games designed to teach music.
• Collaborate with a team of musicians, game developers, and teachers.
• Integrate audio elements and gameplay mechanics into games.
• Adapt and iterate on game concepts quickly based on student testing feedback.
• Wear multiple hats, contributing to:
  • Visuals
  • Game design
  • Programming
  • Audio integration
  • Refining gameplay experiences

Requirements

Must-Haves:

• Strong programming skills in Unity (C#).
• Passion for music education and experience playing a musical instrument.
• Ability to quickly prototype and iterate on game ideas for student testing.
• Comfort using AI tools to innovate and speed up the prototyping process.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with audio integration, web-based games, or educational game development.
• Chicago-based applicants are a huge plus. We’d love to meet and work together in person!

We look forward to hearing from individuals passionate about building games and making a positive impact on the future of music education!