Mobile Game Developer – Solar2D & Lua
About the Role
A fast-moving game development initiative is seeking a Mobile Game Developer with expertise in Solar2D (formerly Corona SDK) to build and optimize cross-platform gameplay experiences for iOS and Android devices. The role focuses on rapid prototyping, gameplay execution, and monetization-ready mobile game development within a performance-driven environment.
This opportunity is ideal for developers who combine strong Lua programming skills with practical mobile game development experience. Candidates who thrive in remote collaboration environments, move efficiently from concept to implementation, and maintain high engineering standards will be well aligned with the role.
The work involves designing gameplay systems, optimizing performance across mobile devices, integrating monetization features, and contributing to scalable production workflows where speed, responsiveness, and technical reliability are critical.
What You'll Do
- Design and develop cross-platform mobile games using Solar2D and Lua
- Prototype gameplay mechanics and interactive systems from concept to deployment
- Optimize mobile game performance for iOS and Android devices
- Implement monetization systems including advertisements and in-app purchases
- Collaborate with designers, artists, and developers to refine gameplay experiences
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented game code
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices
- Troubleshoot compatibility and performance issues across multiple devices
- Support deployment and release preparation for mobile app stores
Requirements
- oven experience developing mobile games using Solar2D (Corona SDK)
- Strong proficiency in Lua scripting for gameplay and system development
- Experience deploying and maintaining games across iOS and Android platforms
- Ability to prototype quickly in iterative development environments
- Strong understanding of mobile game optimization and device compatibility
- Experience integrating monetization solutions such as ad networks and in-app purchases
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote team environment
- Strong attention to code quality, maintainability, and performance
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary game development teams
- Preferred: Portfolio of shipped Solar2D or Corona SDK mobile games
- Preferred: Familiarity with app store submission and release workflows
- Preferred: Experience working with distributed or multicultural remote teams
- Preferred: Familiarity with analytics and player engagement tracking tools