Software Developer Digital Merchandising
About The Position
At Horizon Hobby, we inspire dreams and help build memories! Our company is the leader in the global Radio Control industry, celebrating 40 years in 2025! We offer tremendous opportunities for growth and development and a full array of benefits including discounts on our products! We are currently hiring a Software Developer for our Digital Merchandising team! This position reports into our office in Champaign, IL location. Local candidates preferred. However, we may consider hybrid/remote work arrangements. Typical pay for this position is $70,000-$90,000 annually. The final offer for this position will be based on the unique experience and qualifications of the candidate selected. This position may also be eligible for a bonus not included in the base pay range. We are seeking an experienced Unreal Engine developer with a history of successfully shipped titles. You’ll create new applications to complement our class-leading portfolio of Radio Control (RC) Air and Surface vehicles. Use your game-development skills to work with the premier hobby brands in the world to bring products into compelling digital experiences. As a part of a small team, you will have the opportunity to work on every aspect of the software package and watch with pride as it releases into the market.
Requirements
- Documented experience successfully publishing apps to marketplaces
- Strong proficiency with C++
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in graphic design and tools
- Familiarity or proficiency with model aviation
- Experience and/or interest in RC hobby vehicles
- Exceptional candidates will have graphic design skills to design and produce product images for store pages
Responsibilities
- Publish new apps for sale on multiple platforms. Potential marketplaces include: iOS App Store Google Play Store Windows Store Mac App Store Epic Games Store Steam Xbox store PS (PlayStation) Store
- Develop code within Horizon Hobby apps to integrate with the app store, for purposes like: In-app purchases (IAP) Connection to APIs on other services
- Collaborate with Marketing to develop effective store assets and copy
- Work with QA and Production to ensure all new features and fixes are ready for release
- Test other developer’s features and fixes as appropriate
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- HSA and FSA options
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance
- 401(k) with a company match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Internal Rewards
- Discounts on Products
- Additional Coverage such as accident, critical, hospital and pet insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
