Jitter, an indie dev studio is redefining how streamers and their audiences interact by turning live streams into interactive game experiences. Check out some of the latest examples!
We’re building a platform where Twitch viewers don’t just watch—they play a meaningful role in shaping the action. From chaotic, chat-controlled gameplay to streamer-driven challenges, Jitter enhances engagement, drives virality, and creates new revenue opportunities for creators.
Imagine streamers seamlessly hosting interactive worlds, viewers collaborating or competing in real-time, and audiences influencing gameplay like never before.
We want you to help us build the future of live, interactive gaming!
Your Opportunity:
As one of our Technical Designers, you’ll be the key architect of gameplay systems, interactive mechanics, and user-driven features within Unreal Engine. Working closely with engineers and designers, you’ll develop tools and mechanics that power streamer-audience interactions, dynamic in-game events, and social gameplay elements.
You will:
- Design and implement core gameplay systems, ensuring they are fun, scalable, and support Jitter’s unique audience-driven experience.
- Develop in-game mechanics that integrate with our Twitch Extension/Integrations, enabling seamless interaction between streamers and viewers.
- Create, refine, and optimize game logic in Unreal Engine (Blueprints & scripting), focusing on interactive elements, in-game economy, and social play.
- Prototype new ideas that push the boundaries of audience participation, iterating rapidly based on playtesting and feedback.
- Ensure smooth integration of gameplay features with Unreal Engine multiplayer systems and real-time game events.
- Collaborate with engineers to develop tools and workflows that allow for fast iteration and scalability.
- Balance and tune interactive mechanics to ensure engaging experiences across different playstyles and audience sizes.
Why You're Made for This:
- Unreal Engine Expertise: Strong proficiency in Blueprints, scripting, and game system design.
- Multiplayer Experience: You have experience building systems for multiplayer games, ensuring smooth and engaging player interactions.
- Twitch & Interactive Gaming Mindset: Understanding of real-time audience participation, streamer engagement, and interactive experiences.
- Systems & Gameplay Design: Experience designing and implementing gameplay loops, progression systems, and social mechanics.
- UI/UX & UMG Proficiency: Comfortable working in Unreal Motion Graphics (UMG) with a strong understanding of UI/UX design principles to create intuitive and immersive interfaces.
- Problem-Solving Mentality: Ability to prototype, troubleshoot, and optimize interactive features in a fast-moving environment.
- Adaptability & Collaboration: Comfortable working in a small team, wearing multiple hats, and collaborating across disciplines.
- Growth Mindset: You value mentorship, team development, and fostering an inclusive, creative environment.
Bonus Points:
- Knowledge of Twitch integrations, live audience mechanics, or user-generated content tools.
- Background in game economy design, virtual goods, or player-driven progression systems.
While we think the above experience could be important, we’re keen to hear from people that believe they have valuable experience to bring to the role. If you identify with the team and mission, but not all of our requirements, then please still apply.
