Sound Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Sound Designer (FMOD/Unity): Creating and implementing audio assets and systems for the mobile Social RolePlay game 'One State' with an accent on vehicle and weapon sound design. Focus on sourcing assets, audio mixing, and optimizing sound for iOS and Android platforms.

Location: Almaty (Hybrid or Onsite). Relocation assistance is provided.

Company

hirify.global is an independent game studio developing 'One State', a unique mobile Social RolePlay game.

What you will do

• Create audio for gameplay features and content, including vehicles and weapons.
• Source, create, and modify sound assets.
• Design and implement audio systems within the game.
• Perform audio mixing and balancing to ensure high-quality sound.
• Manage audio assets and versioning using Git.
• Select and refine sound effects for various gameplay scenarios.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of professional experience in sound design.
• Proficiency with FMOD, ideally in combination with Unity.
• Practical experience with DAW tools such as Ableton.
• Strong understanding of sound design, audio production, mixing, and mastering workflows.
• Experience working with Git version control systems.
• Must be based in or be able to relocate to Almaty.

Nice to have

• Music taste aligned with modern American audiences.
• Experience optimizing audio for mobile platforms (iOS, Android).
• Experience with iZotope and Sound Forge.

Culture & Benefits

• Regular salary reviews and a transparent promotion system based on performance.
• Flexible working hours with the option to take days off.
• Paid sick leave and assistance in difficult life situations.
• Relocation support for those moving to Almaty.
• Low-bureaucracy environment with regular, constructive feedback.

Hiring process

• CV application review.
• Initial HR interview to discuss motivation and expectations.
• Technical assessment involving interviews and potentially a test assignment.
• Final interview with the hiring manager or team lead.