# Game Programmer (Lead Level) - Osaka/Tokyo

> SNK · Osaka, Japan · Full-time · Posted 2026-01-16

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

General programming tasks for PC/console game development

Specifically:

-   Design, implementation, and maintenance of core systems for game development
-   Programming related to characters, UI, gimmicks, online features, events, and sound
-   Graphics programming, including shaders, post-effects, and design tools
-   Design, implementation, and maintenance of in-house tools

## Requirements

**Must-have:**

-   8+ years of professional programming experience in C++ or C#
-   8+ years of programming experience on PC, console, or smartphone game projects
-   5+ years of development experience using Unreal Engine, Unity, or proprietary game engines
-   Experience in master-up (final submission) for PC/console/smartphone game projects
-   Leadership experience within a game project, managing a team of 3 or more members
-   3+ years of experience in scheduling and task management within your work area

**Nice-to-have:**

-   Experience as a lead programmer in a game project
-   Experience managing external partner companies
-   Experience in project management
-   Knowledge of game AI (including machine learning)

**Ideal candidate:**

-   Passion for games and the ability to appreciate SNK’s IP
-   Self-driven, with the ability to understand the overall project and proactively make technical proposals
-   Strong willingness to learn and adopt the latest technologies
-   Ability to work collaboratively and maintain harmony within a large team

## Benefits

-   Free drinks available in the office
-   Casual dress code (no uniforms required)
-   Seminar and training support programs
-   Special allowance for dedicated development roles
-   Employee referral program
-   Annual health check-up
-   Special leave for COVID-19 vaccination
-   Influenza vaccination support
-   Employee consultation service
-   Access to comprehensive welfare club services
-   Full social insurance coverage
-   Retirement allowance system

Plus many other benefits to support a comfortable working environment!

### **Working Hours**

9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (7.5 hours of actual work per day)

Note: The above is an estimated working time, as this position is subject to a specialized discretionary labor system.

### **Holidays & Leave**

-   Full five-day workweek (Saturday and Sunday off)
-   National holidays, summer vacation, and year-end/New Year holidays
-   _Approximately 125 annual holidays_
-   Paid leave: Up to 12 days granted upon joining (number of days varies depending on the month of hire)

### **Compensation**

-   Annual salary will be determined based on previous compensation, experience, and skills.

### **Insurance**

-   Health insurance
-   Welfare pension insurance
-   Employment insurance
-   Workers’ compensation insurance

### **Retirement Benefits**

-   Available (Lump-sum payment and defined contribution pension plan)

### **Retirement Age**

-   Mandatory retirement at age 60, with a re-employment program available

### **Additional Notes**

-   Applications from individuals with disabilities are welcome.

## Apply

[Apply at SNK](https://apply.workable.com/snk/j/7F82512352/apply)

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