Share Email Opening Title Game Developer (PEARL Lab)  Category Research   Req Number RES-21-00018   Open Date 3/5/2021   Number of Openings 1   Department Bloorview Research Institute  Work type Temporary Full-Time  Grade None Specified  FTE 1.00  Posting Close Date 03/26/2021  Description Title: Game Developer Program: Possibility Engineering and Research Lab (PEARL), Bloorview Research Institute Reports to: Elaine Biddiss Work Status: Temporary Full-time (1.0 FTE) Contract: 6-month contract with possibility of extension Dates: April 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021 Salary: $25.89/hr - $30.95/hr   Description: The Possibility Engineering and Research Lab (PEARL) at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital focuses on conceptualizing, developing, and evaluating innovative technologies that create possibilities for young people with disabilities. These technologies allow them to participate more meaningfully in arts, music, physical activities, and therapies. Our team works extensively in the development of mixed-reality games that provide kids with motivating environments for exercise and  learning and socialplay. In this role, you will expand our existing movement-tracking therapy game, Bootle Blast (https://youtu.be/D1fQsJqt8JI), to include mini-games that target trunk and lower body exercises. Using the latest interactive gaming technologies (Orbbec 3D cameras and Unity) and lots of creativity, you will push the current limits of technology to help create a world of possibility for all kids!   Key Responsibilities In this position, you will have the opportunity to: Understand the goals of physical and occupational therapies Design and create interactive mini-games that address these goals. You will be involved in all aspects of game creation, including but not limited to concept creation, level design,  user testing, and software development Learn the current state of the art in interactive gaming technologies Work with clinicians, engineers and researchers to assist you in your role   Key Qualifications: An undergraduate degree in engineering or computer science with a specialization in game development or any college level degree/diploma/certificate specializing in game development (or working towards completion of any of the above)    Experience in C#, Kotlin, Java, Swift or Objective C,  with proficiency in at least one Experience in developing mobile games for Android and/or iOS Experience working in Unity or other commercial game engines Acquainted with all processes involved in the production of a game Previous experience on software development projects, especially video games A creative mindset with an ability to create unique and innovative game concepts Formal musical training or experience playing a musical instrument would be an asset Strong problem solving skills with a desire to learn Experience working with and/or designing for children Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team Providing examples of previous game development projects with an explanation of your contributions f previous game development projects with an explanation of your contribution to the projects   About the Organization Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital creates a world of possibility by supporting children and youth with disabilities, medical complexity, illness and injury. All of our work is guided by our strategic plan, Transformative Care, Inclusive World: Holland Bloorview 2030. The plan: https://strategicplan.hollandbloorview.ca/ To get a glimpse as to who Holland Bloorview is, we invite you to watch the Dear Everybody, This is Holland Bloorview video. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbp-WhflXXo&feature=youtu.be Holland Bloorview is committed to fostering a climate of inclusion, diversity, equity accessibility, and anti-racism (IDEAA). This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we seek to create an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners. To help in our journey towards fully reflecting the communities we partner with, we welcome and encourage applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas within our community. Holland Bloorview is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non-traditional career paths. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting humanresources@hollandbloorview.ca or 416-425-6220.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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