Albedo Informatics is seeking a Mobile Game Developer with experience developing mobile games with location-based / GPS / AR features to join their team in Toronto, Ontario.

Position Details

• Role:  Mobile Game Developer (Location-Based / GPS Games)
• Location: Toronto, Ontario
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
• Wage: $75,000
• Hours: 40 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize mobile game features integrating real-time GPS/location-based services.
• Implement core gameplay mechanics related to mapping, geofencing, and augmented exploration.
• Collaborate with artists, designers, and the coding team to deliver engaging, location-aware experiences.
• Ensure application performance, stability, and security across iOS and Android devices.
• Maintain clean, well-documented, and scalable code following best practices.
• Participate in sprint planning, code reviews, and daily standups as part of an agile team.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ professional experience developing mobile games with GPS/location-based features.
• Proficiency in Unity (C#) or Unreal Engine (C++/Blueprints) with demonstrated experience in location-based gameplay.
• Strong knowledge of mobile platforms (iOS/Android) and SDKs for location services (e.g., Google Maps ,Mapbox, Openstreetmaps).
• Experience integrating APIs for maps, geolocation, or real-world data.
• Strong understanding of networking and data synchronization for mobile multiplayer features.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.

Required Experience

• Experience working on released location-based games (e.g., AR/geo-exploration, Pokémon GO-style games).
• Familiarity with augmented reality frameworks.
• Knowledge of cloud services for game backends (AWS, PlayFab, Firebase).
• Passion for RPGs and experimental game design.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive wage aligned with Ontario’s high-wage threshold.
• Flexible work environment
• Opportunity to work on a unique, innovative mobile RPG project 
• Collaborative and creative indie studio culture.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a portfolio of relevant projects (including examples of GPS/location-based games).