Full-Time
Senior Software Engineer
Posted on 9/5/2024
Azra Games
11-50 employees
Develops Web3 collectible combat RPGs using NFTs
Compensation Overview
$123.7k - $196.7kAnnually
Senior
Austin, TX, USA
Hybrid position requiring in-office work in Austin, TX.
- Experience as lead engineer working in Unity 3D on a released game (5+ years).
- Extensive experience with and excellent knowledge of the Unity game engine, especially optimization, efficient use of resources, and debugging (5+ years)
- Excellent C/C++/C# and other languages skills (5+ years)
- Advanced knowledge in general games programming as well as in general games development tools, processes, and infrastructure (Perforce, Services, Tools and Editors, Build Systems, Online etc.)
- Extensive games industry development experience, having shipped multiple features and projects in a live environment
- Knowledge of the technical Pipeline and all the processes needed to make a game.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
- The Senior Unity Engineer manages, designs, implements, debugs, and documents new game systems and tools, primarily in Unity
- Responsible for contributing to technical architecture and processes choices
- Contributing to technology/tools choices, risk evaluation, dependencies with other projects to ensure the best quality is achieved
- Expert in code design, programming, debugging, and optimization
- Identify and solve technical problems as they arise, including cross-platform issues, debugging, profiling, and optimizing for reduced memory usage and increased real-time performance
- Architect and participate in implementing all the different game modules and systems
Azra Games creates collectible combat role-playing games (RPGs) that use NFT technology in the Web3 gaming space, targeting core gamers who invest time and money into their experiences. The company generates revenue through the sale of unique NFTs, which provide ongoing utility and rewards across all their games. Unlike competitors, Azra Games focuses on high-quality, interconnected gaming experiences rather than mini-games, ensuring long-term value for players. Their goal is to redefine gaming by integrating blockchain technology and offering unique RPG experiences that resonate with dedicated gamers.
Company Stage
Series A
Total Funding
$65.9M
Headquarters
Lafayette, Louisiana
Founded
2022
6 month growth
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↑ 0%2 year growth
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Azra Games raised $42.7 million to develop Web3 mobile RPGs.
- CEO Mark Otero's experience includes developing STAR WARS Galaxy of Heroes.
- The rise of 'play-to-earn' models aligns with Azra Games' NFT-based approach.
What critics are saying
- Potential backlash from traditional gamers skeptical of blockchain and NFTs.
- Volatility in cryptocurrency markets could affect NFT value and player engagement.
- Regulatory scrutiny on blockchain transactions may increase operational costs.
What makes Azra Games unique
- Azra Games focuses on blockchain-based collectible combat RPGs for core gamers.
- The company leverages NFT technology for unique, tradable in-game assets.
- Azra Games offers interconnected gaming experiences with long-term value, avoiding mini-games.
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