Mid-Senior Java Engineer (GameDev)

TL;DR

Mid-Senior Java Engineer (GameDev): Leading the design and implementation of core systems in mobile games, ensuring smooth and performant experiences for players with an accent on clean architecture and high code quality. Focus on pushing boundaries of Java-based UIs, optimizing performance, and contributing to team architecture discussions.

Location: Onsite in Yerevan, Armenia

Company

Rockbite Games builds games loved by millions, focusing on solving complex technical puzzles and crafting smooth player experiences.

What you will do

• Lead the design and implementation of core systems in mobile games.
• Collaborate with game designers, artists, and engineers to bring innovative features to life.
• Set standards for code quality, architecture, and performance; mentor other developers.
• Push boundaries of Java-based UIs, implement scalable frontend logic, and contribute to UI/UX tooling.
• Analyze bottlenecks, propose improvements, and actively contribute to team architecture discussions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Java development, with at least 2 years focused on frontend or client-facing systems.
• Strong software architecture skills.
• Experience leading projects or mentoring junior developers.
• Strong grasp of performance optimization, debugging, and profiling techniques.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and disciplines.

Nice to have

• Experience with game UI systems or building UIs in libGDX, OpenGL, or similar.
• Familiarity with mobile game development or client/server architectures in games.
• Experience working with animations, transitions, and interactive UI components.
• Exposure to Unity or Unreal frontend workflows.
• Enthusiasm for games.

Culture & Benefits

• Work within a team of gamers and engineers at heart.
• Opportunity for significant ownership in game development projects.
• Focus on solving complex technical puzzles.
• Environment dedicated to crafting smooth player experiences.
• Team culture that emphasizes raising the bar in development standards.