Academic Gaming and Simulation Developer
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Daytona Beach, Florida

Posted in Education and Training


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Job Description

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University:

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is an independent, culturally diverse institution providing quality education and research in aviation, aerospace, engineering, and other related fields with residential campuses located in Daytona Beach, Florida and Prescott, Arizona. The University's Worldwide campus provides educational opportunities online and at approximately 130 locations throughout the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central/South America.

As the largest and most comprehensive aviation and aerospace-focused university in the world, Embry-Riddle is a unique institution. Over the past 90 years, the University has evolved with industry to break new ground and produce top-level graduates who serve the ever-changing needs of aviation and aerospace and other STEM-related disciplines. Embry-Riddle offers programs in seven primary fields of study including: Applied Science; Aviation; Business; Computers and Technology; Engineering; Safety, Security, and Intelligence; and Space.

For Academic Year 2021-22, there were over 11,100 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students that attended the University's residential campuses and approximately 20,195 students in total enrolled with the University around the world.

The Opportunity:

The Academic Gaming & Simulation Developer plays a key role in teaching and learning for the ERAU Worldwide Campus and the Academic Innovation team. The Academic Innovation team is made up of diverse skill sets and individuals, including Software Developers, UX Research Analysts, eLearning Support Specialists, Instructional Technologists, Instructional Designers, Instructional Consultants, Media Producers, and Digital Media Specialists. Those positions work collaboratively to apply their expertise on the creation and implementation of innovative solutions and on the identification of tools and technologies that address big challenges in education. The Academic Gaming & Simulation Developer seeks to constantly innovate through continued evaluation of existing solutions and by staying informed about industry trends.

Working closely with the colleges and course developers, the Developer will assist in the conceptualization and design of virtual worlds and user experiences involving spatial computing and simulations using industry-standard applications. The ideal candidate will have experience in game design, digital media, computer science, simulation, statistical modeling, spatial computing, graphic design, and software engineering.

Candidates should submit a work sample or portfolio with their application to be considered for the position. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

Required Qualiticaitons:

  • Master's degree in Gaming & Simulation or related field / bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience will be considered in lieu of a master's degree.
  • Unity, C++, C#, ThreeJS, WebGL, & GLSL Shaders, and modeling software (Maya, 3DS, etc.)

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Proven experience in software development and software support
  • Ability to create customized code
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Ability to work effectively either independently or within a diverse, multi-disciplinary team
  • An understanding of human elements of software engineering: empathy, compassion, and patience
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and remain flexible in order to accommodate changing requirements and priorities
  • Demonstrated curiosity for learning new tools, technologies, and ways of working

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in the higher ed field developing games and simulations.
  • Strong technical skills, including knowledge of programming concepts, databases, and other technical subjects is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of graphic design concepts, Javascript, and HTML/CSS is a plus.


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