Freelance Gameplay & UI Application Developer

About the role

We are an indie studio creating a timing‑based competitive fighting game for PC on Steam using Unity. As a Freelance Application Developer you will design and implement core gameplay systems and user interfaces, working closely with the lead programmer during the Vertical Slice phase and beyond.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain character state machines, controller frameworks and camera systems.
• Design, implement and polish menus, HUD and other UI components.
• Build and optimise gameplay‑adjacent tools that support the development workflow.
• Collaborate with the lead programmer and other team members to ensure seamless integration of systems.
• Participate in code reviews, maintain high code quality and produce clear documentation.

Required profile

• Australian residency (preference for Queensland residents).
• Ability to provide a signed letter of commitment for grant‑funding applications if shortlisted.
• Strong attention to clean, maintainable and well‑documented code.
• Comfort working remotely in a small, collaborative indie team.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Unity engine.
• Strong C# programming skills.
• Experience building character controllers, state machines and camera systems in Unity.
• Familiarity with version‑control systems, preferably Diversion or similar tools.

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape core gameplay and UI of an ambitious indie title.
• Flexible freelance contract with potential for continued work into Alpha and Beta phases.
• Collaboration with a passionate, growing team of around 20 members.