Nex

Software Engineer (Studio Support)

Hong Kong Full-time On-site
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Job Description

<div class="content-intro"><p>Nex is on a mission to help families rediscover the joy of movement. Created by parents for parents, Nex combines technology and play to deliver fun, social, and interactive experiences powered by natural body motion, encouraging kids and adults to move more, play more, and have fun together. Nex Playground, the company’s award-winning active play system, is purpose-built to get families moving year-round, with safety and privacy as core considerations in its intentional design. It is certified kidSAFE+ COPPA compliant and built to support healthy, active play for all ages and abilities.</p>

<p>Nex Playground features a growing library of 50+ experiences, including motion and dance games, fitness and educational experiences, and Nex Originals. Content includes collaborations with partners like Hasbro, Sesame Workshop, and NBCUniversal. Nex has been recognized by Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, TIME’s Best Inventions, and Parents’ Best Entertainment System for Families, and has earned Red Dot, IDEA, and Core77 international design awards. We encourage you to explore <a class="c-link" href="https://www.playthatmovesyou.com/p/have-fun" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="https://www.playthatmovesyou.com/p/have-fun" data-sk="tooltip_parent">Have Fun</a> and <a class="c-link" href="https://www.playthatmovesyou.com/p/is-motion-gaming-back" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="https://www.playthatmovesyou.com/p/is-motion-gaming-back" data-sk="tooltip_parent">Is Motion Gaming Back?</a>, as they offer a deeper look into our culture, values, and explain how our approach to motion gaming differs from previous generations.</p>

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<p style="margin: 0;"><strong>Important Notice:</strong> ⚠️ To protect yourself from recruitment scams, please note that Nex communicates through official company emails ending in <strong>@nex.inc</strong>. If you receive a suspicious email or message, please do not respond and report it immediately to us.</p>

</div></div><p><strong>Location: Hong Kong</strong><br><strong>Type: Full time</strong></p>

<h3>The Role</h3>

<p>Nex has a bold vision: “Create the best motion games for hundreds of millions of people to play on”. This is achieved by both in house game cells, and also with our exciting second party studio partners. As our <strong>Software Engineer (Studio Support)</strong>, we proactively share knowledge and maintain examples with our studio partners. We engage in the whole content creation process, streamlining feature adoption and ensuring games are delivered in high quality to our customers.</p>

<h3><strong>What You'll Do</strong></h3>

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<li>Support external studios in implementing games with our technology stack.</li>

<li>Collaborate with our producer team to ensure smooth delivery of games and content in our pipeline.</li>

<li>Involve in pre-production of new games, including ideation, prototyping and motion mechanics exploration.</li>

<li>Identify bottlenecks and pain points for game developers, including designers and engineers.</li>

<li>Build tools or refine processes to streamline game development, from ideation to deployment.</li>

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<h3><strong>Must Have</strong></h3>

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<li>Hands-on experience with Unity.</li>

<li>3 - 5 years of software development experience.</li>

<li>Experience maintaining software libraries and / or writing documentation.</li>

<li>Experience with tooling and automation.</li>

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<h3><strong>Should Have</strong></h3>

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<li>An obsession with code and product quality.</li>

<li>A growth mindset, always looking for more.</li>

<li>Excitement about working in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.</li>

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<h3><strong>Nice to Have</strong></h3>

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<li>Experience building and shipping products using Unity.</li>

<li>A love for staying active and healthy, with a passion for helping others do the same.</li>

<li>Good command of other languages such as Japanese or Spanish.</li>

<li>An interest in playing games and excitement about game development.</li>

</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><h3><strong class="bold-text-2">We Offer</strong></h3>

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<li class="list-item-16">Competitive compensation package.</li>

<li class="list-item-23">Flexible working hours and vacation policy.</li>

<li class="list-item-23">Product-driven culture that treasures talents and individual growth.</li>

<li class="list-item-23">Front-row seat and hands-on experience with cutting edge technologies in the evolving gaming field</li>

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<p>Nex is located in <strong>San Jose, California, USA</strong> and <strong>Hong Kong</strong>. Learn more about us at <a href="https://www.nexplayground.com/about">https://www.nexplayground.com/about</a>. <br><br>We encourage applications even if you don’t meet more than 50% of the requirements — we believe that experience comes in many forms!</p>

<p data-start="274" data-end="661">Nex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all individuals at every stage of the employment relationship, including all current and prospective employees, and covers all employment decisions including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline and termination.</p>

<p data-start="667" data-end="811">We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.</p></div>

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Software Engineer (Studio Support) role at Nex involve?

The Software Engineer (Studio Support) position at Nex in Hong Kong is a full-time role. <div class="content-intro"><p>Nex is on a mission to help families rediscover the joy of movement. Created by parents for parents, Nex combines technology and play to deliver fun, social, and interactive experiences powered by natural body motion, encouraging kids and adults to move more, play more, and have fun together. Nex Playground, the company’s award-winning active play system, is purpose-built to get families moving year-round, with safety and privacy as core considerations in its intentional design. It is certified kidSAFE+ COPPA compliant and built to support healthy, active play for all ages and abilities.

What skills are required for Software Engineer (Studio Support) at Nex?

Key skills for this role include: RDS, Redis, IOS.

What is the salary for Software Engineer (Studio Support) at Nex?

The salary for this position is not publicly listed. You can negotiate during the interview process. Check Glassdoor or Levels.fyi for estimates.

Is the Software Engineer (Studio Support) position at Nex remote or on-site?

This position is On-site. The role is based in Hong Kong.

How do I apply for Software Engineer (Studio Support) at Nex?

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About This Role

Software Engineer (Studio Support) at Nex is a full-time engineering position in Hong Kong. Key skills include RDS, Redis, IOS. Education: Bachelor's Degree preferred. Experience: 3+ years.

This role is classified as on-site and is suitable for mid level-level professionals. Ghost Score 15/100 (Probably Active) indicates this listing is probably active with recent employer engagement.

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