Matahari Studios (Philippines)

For over four decades LAI Games has been a leading player in the entertainment industry. Our company manufactures and sells a variety of arcade-based games, and we also operate the highly successful Timezone Family Entertainment Centers. With more than 500 locations throughout the region, we are poised for significant growth.

Matahari Studios is the software development group for Timezone arcades, and we must expand aggressively to meet our customer’s demand. We are now building a studio in Manila, and we invite those with a talent and passion for game development to join our ranks.

Flash Programmer / Developer (Games)


Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate would have previous experience working in an interactive entertainment or software development environment, and have the ability to design, plan, and program Flash games. The candidate must exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong team working ability, a solid understanding of the software development process, and a high level of understanding towards game technology.

Requirements:

Ø Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science/Information Technology, Business Studies/Administration/Management, Art & Design, Advertising/Media or equivalent or equivalent

Ø Minimum 2 years experience working in Flash and Actionscript is required.

Ø Required skill(s): Demonstrable skills in Flash, Object-Oriented Actionscript Development, Photoshop

Ø Preferred skill(s): XML, Knowledge of shared libraries and working knowledge of component type development, Design Patterns

Ø Required language(s): English

Ø Applicants must be willing to work in Ortigas Center, Pasig City

Ø Applicants should be Filipino citizens or hold relevant residence status

Ø Applicants must have a portfolio of work accomplished

Must play games regularly, understand how they work, and enjoy making games for a living!


While we seek all levels of talent, to be considered for the more senior positions you must bring with you previous experience in the development of interactive entertainment, software development, or related discipline.

We highly encourage you to write us a cover letter that explains to us:

Ø Your perception of the responsibilities and duties of the position for which you are applying

Ø Your perception of the skills and qualifications that would make a good candidate; what would you need to know to do well

Ø What is your interest in a game development company; what games do you play

Ø If you do not possess any past game development experience, how have your previous positions prepared you to take on such a new role; what is it about your background that matches these requirements

Please send your cover letter and CV to:

manilajobs@mataharistudios.com