Senior WebGL Game Developer

GT was founded in 2019 by a former Apple, Nest, and Google executive. GT’s mission is to connect the world’s best talent with product careers offered by high-growth companies in the UK, USA, Canada, Germany, and the Netherlands.

On behalf of TMS (US), GT is looking for a Senior WebGL Game Developer to join a new dynamic team.

About the Client:

The Marketing Store (TMS) is a privately held global Agency that innovates, optimizes, and drives marketing promotions and supply chains of many of the best-known brands in the world. With 1200+ employees across 26 countries, they offer an impressive range of solutions — from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery.

Headquartered in Chicago with 10 offices worldwide, they are responsible for some of the world’s most successful and iconic long-term marketing platforms, including McDonald’s Happy Meal and MONOPOLY programs. Operating as a creative agency, a strategic consultancy, and a technology provider, they engage with over 110 million customers every single day for clients including McDonald’s, adidas, T-Mobile, Starbucks, Vue, and O2.

About the Role:

TMS is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior WebGL Game Developer to join the new team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing immersive and visually stunning web-based games using WebGL technology. Proficiency in game engines such as PlayCanvas or Babylon.js is essential for success in this role.

You will be working with an international team (Europe & US) on the 3D web game for one of the largest fast food chains.

• Technical stack: vanilla JS, WebGL, PlayCanvas

• Team: 3 developers - 1 senior WebGL (you), 2 junior/middle WebGL developers & 2 QA engineers.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement interactive and engaging web-based games using WebGL.

• Develop and optimize high-performance game graphics, effects, and animations.

• Work with 3D models, shaders, and textures to create visually compelling game environments.

• Implement and maintain game mechanics, controls, and user interfaces.

• Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure smooth gameplay experiences.

• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in the gaming industry, incorporating innovative solutions into projects.

• Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.

Essential knowledge, skills & experience:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field.

• Proven experience as a WebGL Game Developer, with a focus on delivering high-quality web-based games.

• Expertise in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 for web game development.

• In-depth knowledge of WebGL and experience with game engines such as PlayCanvas or Babylon.js. or Three.js

• Strong understanding of 3D graphics, shaders, and rendering techniques.

• Ability to optimize performance for a variety of devices and browsers.

• Strong Mobile Development Focus

• Experience with creating Accessible websites and understanding of WCAG guidelines

• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) game development.

• Familiarity with other game development technologies and languages (e.g., Unity)

• Published or contributed to web-based game projects.

Interview Steps:

1. GT interview with Recruiter

2. Culture fit interview

3. Technical interview (pair programming session)

4. Reference Check

We go beyond usual perks… By working with us, you will get:

• Health insurance

• Psychotherapy coverage

• Sport coverage

• Learning budget

• Paid vacation days

• Paid sick leaves

• All public holidays are paid days off

GT working model:

You will work directly with a client through our Extended Team model. We try to do things differently and put our efforts into integrating you as deeply as possible into the client’s team. You work with the same tools and technologies as they do and are managed directly by the client without any intermediary in between. We help you build relationships and create an environment where you genuinely feel like a member of the client’s team. We also encourage trips to a client and join teambuilding and after-work activities. Our Extended Team model is focused on long-term projects that last over several years.