Senior PixiJS Developer - Game Development Studio Hybrid

hackajob is collaborating with Tombola to connect them with exceptional tech professionals for this role. Ready to build incredible games at the UK's biggest bingo site? Do you speak fluent PixiJS? Then you might just be the perfect fit for the Tombola family! We're not just any online gaming site; we're the UK's biggest, and we pride ourselves on building all our amazing games right here in-house using the latest tech.

We're on the hunt for a skilled and proactive Snr. PixiJS Developer to join our fantastic Game Development Studio team in Sunderland. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to create stunning, high-performance web experiences for millions of players!

• Architecting and implementing new games and features using PixiJS and other modern JavaScript technologies.
• Optimizing performance and graphics rendering to ensure our games run smoothly across all devices.
• Collaborating closely with Game Designers and Artists to translate creative visions into high-quality, scalable code.
• Mentoring and guiding mid-level developers on PixiJS best practices and game development patterns.
• Driving the adoption of new tools and techniques within our games and Development teams.

We're looking for someone who is a creative problem-solver and passionate about game performance.

• Deep, proven expertise in PixiJS and its ecosystem.
• Strong experience in commercial JavaScript/Type Script game development.
• A portfolio demonstrating high-performance web game projects.
• Experience with Git and modern software development workflows (Agile/Scrum).
• Ability to tackle complex problems related to graphics, animation, and state management.

• Experience with Web Sockets and real-time multiplayer systems.
• Familiarity with deployment in AWS or other cloud environments.
• A background in developing gambling or real-money gaming applications.

You’ll be making a huge impact on our core product. This is a brilliant opportunity to lead the technology choices in our game engine, working alongside a team that values innovation, creativity, and a genuinely great work-life balance.

Ready to take the next step at Tombola? If you're passionate about PixiJS and ready to make a real impact on millions of players, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and let's build some fun together!