About us:

At Praktika.ai we are on a mission to deliver efficient and engaging learning experiences for billions of students worldwide by bridging the gap between learning apps and human tutors.

We have done this by creating a fully automated language tutorship experience powered by generative AI Avatars.

After raising $30 million in Series A funding, we are growing and looking for a Senior Unity Engineer to join us! We are a global small team of 40 innovators who are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in language learning and tutoring.

In this fast-paced environment we like independent self starters who can work well in a team as well as unassisted and who enjoy the working environment of an early-stage startup.

We can hire remote across Europe!

What you'll do with us:

Game Development: Develop, implement, and optimize game exercises and interactive features using Unity to support Praktika’s learning objectives.
Performance Optimization: Optimize game performance for mobile devices to ensure smooth and responsive gameplay, including resource management and frame rate optimization.
Feature Integration: Integrate 3D assets, animations, sound effects, and other interactive elements into the Unity environment to create a cohesive learning experience.
Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on Unity advancements and best practices, continually improving the game development process to enhance the quality and efficiency of releases.
Debugging and Maintenance: Identify and fix bugs, troubleshoot performance issues, and ensure all game elements function seamlessly across devices.
Prototyping and Testing: Rapidly prototype new game concepts and features, iterating based on testing, user feedback, and performance data.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Game Design and Methodology teams to ensure game mechanics align with educational goals and enhance the user learning experience.

You would be a great fit for the role if:

5+ years of experience as a Unity Developer with a strong portfolio of mobile or educational game projects.
Experience with mobile game optimization for iOS and Android platforms.
Experience with DI / Zenject / VContainer, Reactive Extensions / Rx / UniRx / R3, UniTask
Shaders - ShaderLab, HLSL, ShaderGraph, Amplify Shader Editor, OpenGL, GLSL
Performance Optimisation. Advanced 3D animations - IK, BlendTrees, BlendShapes, Playables
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
Passion for educational technology and a commitment to creating meaningful, engaging user experiences.
Strong problem-solving skills and a data-driven approach to iteration and improvement.
Proficiency in C# and Unity, with a deep understanding of game mechanics, physics, and animation.
3D model editing and optimization (Blender)
Aesthetic and Visual Quality Optimization (Lighting, Post-Processing, Visual Effects)
Asset Bundles creation and optimization
Familiarity with advanced animation systems (knowledge of Playables is a plus)
Shader editing/creation (Amplify, Shader Graph)
Knowledge of Odin Serializer
Experience of Lipsync integration

Why should you join Praktika:

We expect dedication and hard work but we also believe in rewarding it. Our compensation reflects the effort and results you bring to the table.

Be part of the story of one of the fastest-growing early-stage consumer AI companies globally
Work with a highly ambitious team using the best technologies on the market
Drive innovation and make a significant impact in the AI and education sectors
Competitive salary
Flexibility to work remotely
Health and wellness benefits to support your overall well-being
Opportunity for rapid career growth and personal development
Access to an AI toolkit including ChatGPT, Copilot, and other productivity tools
Annual educational budget of up to $1,000

Join Praktika and lead the charge in driving exponential growth and innovation. Apply now to be part of a team that is redefining language learning for millions of users worldwide.

Interview Process:

At Praktika we are transparent with our process and will give you feedback along the way, if we shortlist your application, you will be invited to meet with us virtually:

Interview with our Recruitment team (60 min)
Technical Interview with the Unity Team (60 min)
Leadership interview with our CTO and CEO (60 min)

Senior Unity Developer