Unity/React Developer (Contractor)

A pioneer in K-12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.
Amplify is reimagining the way teachers teach and students learn. We believe technology can empower classroom teachers to offer more personalized instruction, and accelerate the potential of individual students to become more active, engaged learners.
We are actively seeking Unity/React developers to port games from Unity to React. Developers must also be able to document existing games and respond to changes and adjustments in game designs. Individual (s) will work with a cross-disciplinary project team in order to find the best fit for Unity-originating gameplay.
Amplify's COVID-19 vaccination policy requires all staff to provide proof of vaccination for in-person meetings unless an approved exemption is provided.
Responsibilities:

• Ability to work with older versions of Unity and update to current version
• Ability to generate comprehensive documentation for games
• Able to implement quickly, iterate, and then stabilize and integrate with a larger build
• Great C# skills (best practices in OOP, Unity framework, documenting, design patterns)
• Great React skills (Redux, component architecture, ES6+, clean CSS styling)
• Structured data management (e.g. JSON)
• Understanding of constraints online javascript games on ChromeBooks
• Responsive to feedback and adjustments
• Knowledge of Slack/Jira/Google Docs
• Knowledge of Git

Basic Requirements of the Unity/React Developer:

• 3+ years of Unity experience
• 2+ years of React experience
• BSCS or equivalent
• Experience building games and activities for children
• UI/UX studies and experience

Preferred Requirements of the Unity/React Developer:

• MS/MA in Game Design/Development
• Understanding of children's development and literacy

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.
Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.