Unity Developer

Job Summary: Think Round, Inc., a nonprofit organization based in San Francisco, is seeking a talented and motivated Unity Developer to join our team and contribute to the development of The Center for the Human Family. The Center for the Human Family is an innovative project aimed at fostering understanding, empathy, and collaboration among diverse communities globally. As a Unity Developer, you will play a crucial role in creating engaging, interactive experiences that promote social harmony and inclusivity. This is a volunteer internship.

Responsibilities:

1. Game Development: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design and develop interactive experiences using Unity for The Center for the Human Family project.
2. Unity Scripting: Write clean, efficient, and reusable code in C# to implement gameplay mechanics, user interfaces, and system functionalities.
3. Asset Integration: Integrate 2D/3D assets, animations, sound, and other media into the Unity environment to create immersive experiences.
4. Prototyping: Rapidly prototype and iterate on gameplay mechanics, user interfaces, and interactive features to ensure engaging and user-friendly experiences.
5. Optimization: Optimize performance by analyzing and improving code, asset management, and memory usage to deliver smooth and efficient experiences across different platforms.
6. Bug Fixing: Identify and resolve bugs, performance issues, and other technical challenges to ensure high-quality experiences.
7. Collaboration: Collaborate closely with artists, designers, and other developers to ensure seamless integration of assets and achieve project goals.
8. Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including design documents, code comments, and version control, to facilitate knowledge sharing and project continuity.
9. Stay Up-to-Date: Stay informed about the latest Unity technologies, tools, and best practices, and share knowledge with the team to drive continuous improvement.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience).
2. Proficient in Unity3D and C# programming.
3. Strong understanding of game development principles, including gameplay mechanics, physics, and animation.
4. Experience with asset integration, including 2D/3D art, animation, and audio.
5. Ability to write clean, modular, and efficient code.
6. Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
7. Solid understanding of software engineering principles, such as version control, code optimization, and debugging tools.
8. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
9. Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience developing interactive experiences for educational or nonprofit purposes.
2. Familiarity with mobile development (iOS and Android).
3. Knowledge of other programming languages and frameworks (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Unreal Engine).
4. Experience with AR/VR development using Unity.

We offer a competitive salary and a collaborative, inclusive work environment dedicated to making a positive impact. If you are passionate about leveraging Unity to create meaningful experiences that promote empathy and understanding, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume, portfolio, and any relevant code samples demonstrating your Unity development skills to [email address].