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Fresh from our recent acquisition by Keywords Studios Australia, we are scouring the skies across Australia and beyond for the most talented developers to join us! 

Wicked Witch Software is a long-established leading video game developer based in Melbourne Australia.

Wicked Witch develops games and graphics applications on a wide range of platforms including PC, mobile, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, VR and more!

The role:

  • We're looking for several experienced Game Programmers who are eager to help us deliver the consistent level of quality and service our Wicked Witch business is renowned for across the globe. 
  • You will join our growing team of developers and work on building various game features within Wicked Witch
  • Become part of our vibrant and collaborative team

Key responsibilities:

  • Working closely with producers, game designers and artists to implement game features using C++
  • Testing, debugging, refining, optimising and maintaining game functionality on console and PC platforms. 
  • Staying up to date with new technologies and architectures
  • Following Wicked-Witch standards and best practices
  • Assisting and mentoring other programmers in your areas of expertise

Skills, Abilities and Qualifications

  • Excellent programming skills in a strongly typed language such as C, C++, or C#
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong skills in at least one game related discipline (e.g., 3D Maths, AI, Physics, UI, etc.)
  • Ability to write clear, maintainable code
  • Demonstrated ability to create and deliver to deadlines
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills and pleasant personality
  • Ability to ramp up quickly with unfamiliar code bases or technical skills.
  •  Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science/Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • A genuine enthusiasm and passion for the games industry

Desirable

  • 2 years' professional software development experience
  • Experience developing with Unreal Engine or Unity

The Benefits: 

  • Competitive Market Rate Remuneration
  • We offer Full-time or Part-time working, Flexible working options and Remote working 
  • Best of both worlds - Perks of a global business with the intimacy of a small business
  • And the best part – you get to be part of the next generation of designers and learn from some of the best in the industry

 We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as different perspectives and ideas will deliver our long-term success.

Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and other minority groups are encouraged to apply.