&lt;p&gt;What&#39;s the one game you couldn&#39;t put down? The game that connected you with friends, and made you feel like you belonged? If a game has ever defined a chapter of your life, then you already know the spark we’re chasing. Our mission is to ignite that same feeling for players; the thrill of competition, the joy of community, and the belonging of finding your own corner of a larger world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Great games begin with people who dare to dream big. If that sounds exciting, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bonfire is a group of experienced and ambitious developers, proud to be creating our first original IP: &lt;a href=&quot;https://arkheron.com/en_US/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Arkheron&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. It is a fast-paced, competitive PVP game set in a surreal dark fantasy world where 15 teams of three battle their way up the Tower. In a world built from memories, you will loot powerful items to create and adapt a unique build-out that will change your strategy and combat experience with every Ascension.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/2q-vxoejYf4&quot; width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;314&quot;&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The best way to understand our Engineering team is in their own words — here’s how they describe their work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;On the Engineering team at Bonfire, it is about more than code. For us, it&#39;s essential to build a deep understanding and intuitive sense of what makes our game special through our players&#39; hearts and minds. Guided by this sensibility, we form close partnerships with artists and designers to challenge ourselves, exploring creative and fun ways to evolve the game together. We ruthlessly prioritize what matters most and continually weigh trade-offs in our pursuit of making both playing and building our game feel great.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As an &lt;strong&gt;Audio Engineer&lt;/strong&gt;, you’ll design and build the systems that bring Arkheron’s world to life through sound. This role is ideal for someone who loves sound but thinks like an engineer: you are just as excited about crafting systems for dynamic mixing as about the final experience players hear. You’ll join a thoughtful, flexible engineering team that values collaboration, creativity, and technical excellence. While your initial focus will be on audio systems, you’ll also have opportunities to branch into other parts of the game and engine as the project grows.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE BY:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Profiling, debugging, and performance tuning audio features across platforms.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Working with our heavily customized Unity engine and unique audio integration through creative problem-solving and system-level thinking beyond using stock Unity or Wwise.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Designing runtime audio systems that respond to gameplay and world logic.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Integrating audio middleware (primarily Wwise) more deeply into our engine and pipelines.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Building tools and scripting solutions to help sound designers iterate quickly and efficiently.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Partnering with engineers and content teams to align audio with system architecture.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Driving performance improvements and dynamic mix systems to ensure great results across platforms.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT YOU BECAUSE YOU:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have strong engineering fundamentals, with fluency in C#, C++, and scripting languages like Python or Lua.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have some level of hands-on experience with Wwise including integrations, authoring workflows, and dynamic mixing systems which will be a desirable asset and with greater familiarity offering even more value.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have experience working on audio systems in games or interactive applications, especially in live-service or iterative development environments which can be very helpful in this role, but not required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in cross-disciplinary environments, and enjoy supporting content creators with tools and systems that unlock creativity.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Proven track record of communicating clearly and collaboratively with creative partners, and have a track record of translating artistic goals into thoughtful technical solutions.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Think in systems, and can architect scalable, modular solutions for runtime audio behavior.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Love solving complex, sometimes ambiguous, problems with both technical rigor and creative empathy.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE ROLE FOR YOU IF:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’re happiest working heads-down in engineering spaces, without much back-and-forth with creative partners.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Audio doesn’t spark your curiosity, or you’re not excited about how tech can bring sound to life.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’d rather stick to standard Unity or Wwise workflows, since this role leans heavily on customized systems and problem-solving.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You find ambiguity and iteration frustrating instead of energizing, especially when collaborating across disciplines.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT BONFIRE BECAUSE WE:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace bold challenges with creativity and courage, making the tough calls to build a game we’re proud to play every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keep fun at the core: we play Arkheron daily, staying grounded as players. If it’s not more fun than yesterday, we fix it. We don’t chase trends; we listen by playing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay truly independent, with decisions driven by the team — not by investors or a board.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in a culture of passion, trust, and shared ownership; where transparency matters and egos don’t.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The base salary range for this role is &lt;strong&gt;$237,500 - $290,000&lt;/strong&gt;. Depending on your experience and level (whether you’re closer to mid-level or principal), your offer may land above or below that range. We don’t just look at years on a résumé — we think about the impact you can have on the team and the game. Of course, compensation at Bonfire goes beyond salary. Every new teammate receives equity, plus a full benefits package and some extra perks to make work (and life) better. When we connect, we’ll happily walk you through the full details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Want to get a feel for what it’s like to work here? You can check out more about our culture, team, benefits, and perks at&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/&quot;&gt; www.bonfirestudios.com&lt;/a&gt;. And don’t worry — anything you share with us in the application process is just for recruiting and won’t be shared. You can read more in our&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/privacy/&quot;&gt; privacy policy&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

Engineering

Hybrid, Irvine, California, United States

Hybrid

Orange County

Audio Engineer (Senior/Principal)

&lt;p&gt;What&#39;s the one game you couldn&#39;t put down? The game that connected you with friends, and made you feel like you belonged? If a game has ever defined a chapter of your life, then you already know the spark we’re chasing. Our mission is to ignite that same feeling for players; the thrill of competition, the joy of community, and the belonging of finding your own corner of a larger world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Great games begin with people who dare to dream big. If that sounds exciting, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bonfire is a group of experienced and ambitious developers, proud to be creating our first original IP: &lt;a href=&quot;https://arkheron.com/en_US/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Arkheron&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. It is a fast-paced, competitive PVP game set in a surreal dark fantasy world where 15 teams of three battle their way up the Tower. In a world built from memories, you will loot powerful items to create and adapt a unique build-out that will change your strategy and combat experience with every Ascension.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/2q-vxoejYf4&quot; width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;314&quot;&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The best way to understand our Art team is in their own words — here’s how they describe their work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Our goal is to immerse players in an extraordinary and haunting realm. From initial concept art to final in-game elements, we are crafting a compelling aesthetic experience that seamlessly blends with and brings to life the game’s narrative, level design, combat and audio. We play the game daily and our deep understanding of it allows us to deliver visuals that put the player experience first, while still pushing artistic boundaries to fully capture the unique tone and unforgettable atmosphere of the Arkheron’s world.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As a &lt;strong&gt;Senior/Principal Character Concept Artist&lt;/strong&gt; at Bonfire, you’ll help shape the look and feel of Arkheron by creating characters that are both captivating and believable. This role calls for a strong balance of imagination and design clarity, resulting in bold ideas and then refining them into concepts that elevate every aspect of our game. You’ll explore anatomy, costume, and prop design to ground your characters in authenticity while capturing Arkheron’s distinctive tone.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE BY:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Creating concept art for characters, creatures, and props; from loose exploratory sketches to fully rendered designs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Developing visually striking and clear character skin concepts that strengthen the narrative and align seamlessly with the IP.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Partnering with Art Directors, Artists, Animators, and Designers to ensure characters and creatures not only look compelling but function well in-game.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Collaborating with 3D Artists through detailed paint-overs and feedback to refine designs and solve visual challenges.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Producing well-researched mood boards and rapid iterations that inspire new themes and directions for the art team.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bringing your unique passions and perspective to the broader studio and contributing beyond your core discipline that help shape not just the look of Arkheron, but also the creative practices of the team.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT YOU BECAUSE YOU:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bring a stunning portfolio that showcases your strongest work and highlights your range as a concept artist.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have built a career creating characters, costumes, and creatures that push the limits of quality and creativity (whether in AAA games or film) leaving players and audiences with designs they remember.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Demonstrate outstanding draftsmanship and artistic fundamentals, with deep knowledge of costume and fashion design across eras and cultures, a strong sense of materials, and the ability to communicate them visually.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Can illustrate FX and animation through storyboards, and bring expert-level proficiency in Photoshop to your work.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Hold yourself to a high quality bar, and proactively adapt to creative challenges to ensure the art always elevates the game.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive on collaboration, adapting your communication style (written, verbal, and visual) to meet the needs of your teammates.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Actively seek and apply feedback across disciplines, staying curious about other teams’ challenges and using those insights to strengthen how art supports gameplay.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace accountability, consistently meet deadlines, and bring a self-starting, self-managing approach that keeps you moving in step with development.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE ROLE FOR YOU IF:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’re happiest on large teams with clear, specialized lanes. At Bonfire, we’re a small, senior group where everyone wears a few different hats.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Radical transparency and direct feedback feel uncomfortable. We rely on openness and shared ownership to do our best work together.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’d rather follow an established process than help shape and evolve one. Here, we’re always iterating as the team and game grow.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Playfulness and creativity don’t feel essential to you. For us, they’re core ingredients in making something truly special.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You prefer to stay narrowly focused on your craft. This role is about collaborating across disciplines and influencing areas beyond your immediate specialty.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT BONFIRE BECAUSE WE:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace bold challenges with creativity and courage, making the tough calls to build a game we’re proud to play every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keep fun at the core: we play Arkheron daily, staying grounded as players. If it’s not more fun than yesterday, we fix it. We don’t chase trends; we listen by playing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay truly independent, with decisions driven by the team — not by investors or a board.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in a culture of passion, trust, and shared ownership; where transparency matters and egos don’t.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The base salary range for this role is &lt;strong&gt;$174,800 - $221,817&lt;/strong&gt;. Depending on your experience and level (whether you’re closer to mid-level or principal), your offer may land above or below that range. We don’t just look at years on a résumé — we think about the impact you can have on the team and the game. Of course, compensation at Bonfire goes beyond salary. Every new teammate receives equity, plus a full benefits package and some extra perks to make work (and life) better. When we connect, we’ll happily walk you through the full details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Want to get a feel for what it’s like to work here? You can check out more about our culture, team, benefits, and perks at&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/&quot;&gt; www.bonfirestudios.com&lt;/a&gt;. And don’t worry — anything you share with us in the application process is just for recruiting and won’t be shared. You can read more in our&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/privacy/&quot;&gt; privacy policy&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

Orange County, Hybrid

Character Concept Artist (Senior/Principal)

&lt;p&gt;What&#39;s the one game you couldn&#39;t put down? The game that connected you with friends, and made you feel like you belonged? If a game has ever defined a chapter of your life, then you already know the spark we’re chasing. Our mission is to ignite that same feeling for players; the thrill of competition, the joy of community, and the belonging of finding your own corner of a larger world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Great games begin with people who dare to dream big. If that sounds exciting, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bonfire is a group of experienced and ambitious developers, proud to be creating our first original IP:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://arkheron.com/en_US/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Arkheron&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. It is a fast-paced, competitive PVP game set in a surreal dark fantasy world where 15 teams of three battle their way up the Tower. In a world built from memories, you will loot powerful items to create and adapt a unique build-out that will change your strategy and combat experience with every Ascension.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/2q-vxoejYf4&quot; width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;314&quot;&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The best way to understand our Engineering team is in their own words — here’s how they describe their work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;On the Engineering team at Bonfire, it is about more than code. For us, it&#39;s essential to build a deep understanding and intuitive sense of what makes our game special through our players&#39; hearts and minds. Guided by this sensibility, we form close partnerships with artists and designers to challenge ourselves, exploring creative and fun ways to evolve the game together. We ruthlessly prioritize what matters most and continually weigh trade-offs in our pursuit of making both playing and building our game feel great.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As a &lt;strong&gt;Features Engineer,&lt;/strong&gt; you’ll partner closely with designers, engineers, and cross-disciplinary teammates to build features end-to-end (from the UI to the backend). You’ll translate creative visions into technical realities, shaping the technology that powers Arkheron and creating an amazing experience for players.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE BY:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Developing features, systems, and tools in areas like social, meta-progression, and core game flows.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Leveraging Unity’s Data-Oriented Tech Stack (DOTS) in C# and Blend/XAML for UI development.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Shaping and delivering features from design through implementation, collaborating tightly with other designers &amp;amp; engineers along the way.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Learning and adopting new technologies quickly, applying them to improve the player and developer experience.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT YOU BECAUSE YOU:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bring 5+ years of experience as a software engineer with a focus on game features development.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have shipped titles where you owned major features end-to-end, from design to implementation.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Are passionate about UI and features work, and understand its critical role in shaping the player experience.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Possess an entrepreneurial spirit — you take initiative, self-direct projects, and dive into solving problems.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Value collaboration, trust, and diverse perspectives, building strong partnerships across the studio.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace a growth mindset, caring about your own development, supporting others, and sharing a passion for making great games.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE ROLE FOR YOU IF:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’re happiest focusing only on either frontend or backend work. In this role, versatility is key.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You prefer working entirely on your own. Our team is highly collaborative and we design, review, and iterate together.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’d rather stick with familiar tools. Here, adaptability matters, and you’ll have opportunities to learn and grow with new technologies like Unity DOTS or Blend/XAML.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’re not excited about shaping features from start to finish. At Bonfire, we value seeing ideas through (from design, to implementation, to iteration).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT BONFIRE BECAUSE WE:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace bold challenges with creativity and courage, making the tough calls to build a game we’re proud to play every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keep fun at the core: we play Arkheron daily, staying grounded as players. If it’s not more fun than yesterday, we fix it. We don’t chase trends; we listen by playing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay truly independent, with decisions driven by the team — not by investors or a board.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in a culture of passion, trust, and shared ownership; where transparency matters and egos don’t.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The base salary range for this role is &lt;strong&gt;$192,500 - $237,500&lt;/strong&gt;. Depending on your experience and level (whether you’re closer to mid-level or principal), your offer may land above or below that range. We don’t just look at years on a résumé — we think about the impact you can have on the team and the game. Of course, compensation at Bonfire goes beyond salary. Every new teammate receives equity, plus a full benefits package and some extra perks to make work (and life) better. When we connect, we’ll happily walk you through the full details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Want to get a feel for what it’s like to work here? You can check out more about our culture, team, benefits, and perks at&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/&quot;&gt; www.bonfirestudios.com&lt;/a&gt;. And don’t worry — anything you share with us in the application process is just for recruiting and won’t be shared. You can read more in our&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/privacy/&quot;&gt; privacy policy&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

Features Engineer (Senior/Principal)

&lt;p&gt;What&#39;s the one game you couldn&#39;t put down? The game that connected you with friends, and made you feel like you belonged? If a game has ever defined a chapter of your life, then you already know the spark we’re chasing. Our mission is to ignite that same feeling for players; the thrill of competition, the joy of community, and the belonging of finding your own corner of a larger world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Great games begin with people who dare to dream big. If that sounds exciting, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bonfire is a group of experienced and ambitious developers, proud to be creating our first original IP: &lt;a href=&quot;https://arkheron.com/en_US/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Arkheron&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. It is a fast-paced, competitive PVP game set in a surreal dark fantasy world where 15 teams of three battle their way up the Tower. In a world built from memories, you will loot powerful items to create and adapt a unique build-out that will change your strategy and combat experience with every Ascension.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/2q-vxoejYf4&quot; width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;314&quot;&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The best way to understand our Art team is in their own words — here’s how they describe their work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Our goal is to immerse players in an extraordinary and haunting realm. From initial concept art to final in-game elements, we are crafting a compelling aesthetic experience that seamlessly blends with and brings to life the game’s narrative, level design, combat and audio. We play the game daily and our deep understanding of it allows us to deliver visuals that put the player experience first, while still pushing artistic boundaries to fully capture the unique tone and unforgettable atmosphere of the Arkheron’s world.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As a &lt;strong&gt;Lead Environment Artist&lt;/strong&gt;, you’ll guide our team in crafting the immersive world of Arkheron. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll set the artistic and technical standards for environment art, mentor a small and talented team, and bring to life a hauntingly beautiful world that enhances gameplay and player experience. You’ll shape the vision, push creative and technical boundaries, and foster a culture of collaboration, excellence, and growth across the studio.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE BY:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Mentoring environment artists, providing constructive feedback, and cultivating a collaborative, growth-oriented team culture.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Driving the creative and technical direction for environment art, ensuring a consistent, high-quality aesthetic across Arkheron.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Translating high-level ideas (sometimes as simple as a whiteboard sketch) into fully realized game environments that immerse players.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Delivering polished environments that align with gameplay needs and technical constraints.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Partnering closely with design, engineering, and other teams to ensure environment art integrates seamlessly with gameplay and performance goals.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Leading by example, contributing to asset creation, and setting the quality bar.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Researching and implementing new tools, workflows, and techniques to elevate our craft.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Supporting hiring, onboarding, and team-building efforts to strengthen Bonfire’s environment art discipline.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT YOU BECAUSE YOU:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have leadership experience in AAA environment art and thrive on mentoring and developing teams.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bring a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and the ability to drive ideas forward.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Are self-driven and thrive in ambiguity, able to turn high-level visions into concrete results.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have shipped at least one AAA title in a leadership role, with 7+ years of environment art experience.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excel on small, collaborative teams where every role is broad and impactful.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Possess a keen artistic eye for architecture, materials, lighting, and world-building.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Are technically skilled in Maya (or similar), ZBrush, Photoshop, Substance Painter, and experienced with Unreal or Unity.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Understand performance optimization, PBR workflows, UV layouts, and world-building pipelines.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Value cross-discipline collaboration and can communicate effectively across teams.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Care deeply about mentorship and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Balance creative vision with production realities, making smart trade-offs when needed.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have a growth mindset, eager to teach and learn in equal measure.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE ROLE FOR YOU IF:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’re at your best on large teams where roles are highly specialized. Our team is intentionally small, and everyone wears multiple hats.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You prefer to have every detail mapped out in advance. At Bonfire, we thrive in ambiguity, iteration, and figuring things out together.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’re looking to focus solely on your own contributions, without the added responsibility of guiding others. In this role, mentorship and team development are just as important as your own craft, and success means balancing hands-on creation with leadership—leading by example while setting the bar for quality.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’re not comfortable taking broad ownership and accountability. Success in this role means leaning into autonomy, pushing vision forward, and driving execution without needing much direction.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT BONFIRE BECAUSE WE:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace bold challenges with creativity and courage, making the tough calls to build a game we’re proud to play every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keep fun at the core: we play Arkheron daily, staying grounded as players. If it’s not more fun than yesterday, we fix it. We don’t chase trends; we listen by playing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay truly independent, with decisions driven by the team — not by investors or a board.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in a culture of passion, trust, and shared ownership; where transparency matters and egos don’t.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The base salary range for this role is&lt;strong&gt; $174,800 - $221,817&lt;/strong&gt;. Depending on your experience and level (whether you’re closer to mid-level or principal), your offer may land above or below that range. We don’t just look at years on a résumé — we think about the impact you can have on the team and the game. Of course, compensation at Bonfire goes beyond salary. Every new teammate receives equity, plus a full benefits package and some extra perks to make work (and life) better. When we connect, we’ll happily walk you through the full details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Want to get a feel for what it’s like to work here? You can check out more about our culture, team, benefits, and perks at&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/&quot;&gt; www.bonfirestudios.com&lt;/a&gt;. And don’t worry — anything you share with us in the application process is just for recruiting and won’t be shared. You can read more in our&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/privacy/&quot;&gt; privacy policy&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

Lead Environment Artist

&lt;p&gt;What&#39;s the one game you couldn&#39;t put down? The game that connected you with friends, and made you feel like you belonged? If a game has ever defined a chapter of your life, then you already know the spark we’re chasing. Our mission is to ignite that same feeling for players; the thrill of competition, the joy of community, and the belonging of finding your own corner of a larger world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Great games begin with people who dare to dream big. If that sounds exciting, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bonfire is a group of experienced and ambitious developers, proud to be creating our first original IP: &lt;a href=&quot;https://arkheron.com/en_US/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Arkheron&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. It is a fast-paced, competitive PVP game set in a surreal dark fantasy world where 15 teams of three battle their way up the Tower. In a world built from memories, you will loot powerful items to create and adapt a unique build-out that will change your strategy and combat experience with every Ascension.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/2q-vxoejYf4&quot; width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;314&quot;&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The best way to understand our Publishing team is in their own words — here’s how they describe their work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;On the Publishing team, we believe the most meaningful experiences are built with, not just for, passionate communities. Forget chasing KPIs, we ditch the megaphone for open dialogue, building bridges between our talented devs and the players who love our game as much as we do. We reflect the heartbeat of the community back to the devs - what excites them, what they’re struggling with and what they value - and in turn we foster trust in the shared vision for the world we’re creating. Our role is to amplify their voices, ensuring they help shape our world, not just hear about it. Above all else, we want to craft powerful and lasting moments that ignite us and our community; because in the end, we’re all players here. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As our &lt;strong&gt;Player Support Lead&lt;/strong&gt;, you’ll design the systems, tools, and policies that ensure players feel supported, respected, and empowered. This is a highly collaborative, cross-functional role that bridges design, engineering, publishing, and community. Your mission: to solve player pain points quickly, securely, and at scale — getting players back into the game and keeping them connected to our world. At Bonfire, we don’t have armies of support agents, so we rely on creative, scalable solutions that blend self-service, smart automation, and thoughtful workflows. If that challenge excites you, this is the role.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;YOU&#39;LL CONTRIBUTE BY:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Building support workflows that guide players from problem to solution, with an emphasis on scalable self-service and automation.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Defining and managing secure, GDPR-compliant systems that protect player data and meet platform requirements.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Creating and maintaining a player knowledge base that’s intuitive, regularly updated, and reflective of Bonfire’s tone and values.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Leading vendor partnerships for moderation, support agents, and related tools, ensuring quality, alignment, and global coverage.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Developing incident response plans to quickly address outages, exploits, or large-scale player issues.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Working with design, engineering, publishing, and community partners to proactively address friction points.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Depending on your background, refining moderation philosophies, managing GGWP agents, overseeing sentiment analysis, or shaping monetization/refund policies.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;WE&#39;RE EXCITED ABOUT YOU BECAUSE YOU:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bring 5+ years of experience in player or customer support, with direct ownership of tools, workflows, and policies.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have hands-on experience setting up and managing vendors, scalable automation, and moderation platforms.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Understand platform certification requirements and integrations across console, PC, or mobile.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have supported players globally and understand regional differences and best practices.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Know the unique challenges of competitive PvP or online multiplayer games.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Are an excellent and empathetic communicator, able to balance player advocacy with internal collaboration.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h4&gt;Bonus points if you:&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Understand the social media and games ecosystem (including nuances like influencer support and community expectations).&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bring experience with moderation design, sentiment analysis, monetization policies, or other community health initiatives.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE ROLE FOR YOU IF:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Your support background is primarily in large-scale call centers without experience building lightweight, scalable systems.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You come from industries with little community engagement (e.g., enterprise SaaS, healthcare) without exposure to player-first environments.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You rely on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions rather than evolving, player-centric approaches that adapt with the game.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;YOU&#39;LL LOVE WORKING AT BONFIRE BECAUSE WE:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace bold challenges with creativity and courage, making the tough calls to build a game we’re proud to play every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keep fun at the core: we play Arkheron daily, staying grounded as players. If it’s not more fun than yesterday, we fix it. We don’t chase trends; we listen by playing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay truly independent, with decisions driven by the team — not by investors or a board.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in a culture of passion, trust, and shared ownership; where transparency matters and egos don’t.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The base salary range for this role is &lt;strong&gt;$120,000-$140,000&lt;/strong&gt;. Depending on your experience and level (whether you’re closer to mid-level or principal), your offer may land above or below that range. We don’t just look at years on a résumé — we think about the impact you can have on the team and the game. Of course, compensation at Bonfire goes beyond salary. Every new teammate receives equity, plus a full benefits package and some extra perks to make work (and life) better. When we connect, we’ll happily walk you through the full details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Want to get a feel for what it’s like to work here? You can check out more about our culture, team, benefits, and perks at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/&quot;&gt;www.bonfirestudios.com&lt;/a&gt;. And don’t worry — anything you share with us in the application process is just for recruiting and won’t be shared. You can read more in our &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/privacy/&quot;&gt;privacy policy&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

Publishing

Player Support Lead

&lt;p&gt;What&#39;s the one game you couldn&#39;t put down? The game that connected you with friends, and made you feel like you belonged? If a game has ever defined a chapter of your life, then you already know the spark we’re chasing. Our mission is to ignite that same feeling for players; the thrill of competition, the joy of community, and the belonging of finding your own corner of a larger world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Great games begin with people who dare to dream big. If that sounds exciting, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bonfire is a group of experienced and ambitious developers, proud to be creating our first original IP: &lt;a href=&quot;https://arkheron.com/en_US/&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Arkheron&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. It is a fast-paced, competitive PVP game set in a surreal dark fantasy world where 15 teams of three battle their way up the Tower. In a world built from memories, you will loot powerful items to create and adapt a unique build-out that will change your strategy and combat experience with every Ascension.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/2q-vxoejYf4?feature=shared&quot; width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;314&quot;&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The best way to understand our Production team is in their own words — here’s how they describe their work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;On the Production team, we foster an environment where artists, engineers and designers can work together seamlessly to create an exceptional game experience for our players.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt; &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;We love tackling complex challenges as a team; actively removing roadblocks so exploration, collaboration and creativity can flourish.&amp;nbsp; Working in both the micro and the macro, we handle everything from streamlining workflows to making sure we’re ready for future challenges – all in the name of transparency and helping everyone understand the why behind their work.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As a &lt;strong&gt;Senior Art Producer&lt;/strong&gt;, you’ll coordinate and drive character art production for Arkheron. In this role, you’ll partner closely with artists, engineers, and designers to keep the character art pipeline efficient, predictable, and aligned with game goals. You’ll be a core member of a small, highly collaborative production team, helping the studio deliver world-class assets while evolving processes as we head into live service.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;YOU&#39;LL CONTRIBUTE BY:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pipeline &amp;amp; Production Management:&lt;/strong&gt; Oversee character art production end-to-end, from design through QA, ensuring assets are delivered predictably and at a high quality bar. Identify and refine workflows to make the character art pipeline more efficient and sustainable.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration:&lt;/strong&gt; Partner with artists, engineers, and designers to keep asset creation aligned with design intent and gameplay needs. Collaborate with other discipline producers to connect dependencies and align delivery targets across teams.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Team Empowerment &amp;amp; Support:&lt;/strong&gt; Help the team stay effective by removing roadblocks, prompting discussions and decisions, and keeping goals clear. Organize and schedule meetings and reviews to keep development on track. Work across the art team to identify and facilitate outsourcing needs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Communication &amp;amp; Alignment:&lt;/strong&gt; Drive clear, consistent communication of decisions, status, and goals within the character art group and to the broader team. Translate near-term goals into longer-term roadmaps and ensure they’re visible and understood.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Process Evolution:&lt;/strong&gt; Bring your production toolbox to adapt approaches that best fit Bonfire’s environment. Partner with the production team to refine methods that scale as we head into launch and live service.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;WE&#39;RE EXCITED ABOUT YOU BECAUSE YOU:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have 7+ years in game publishing or production, including 3+ years leading at a senior level.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have successfully produced a character asset pipeline from early development through launch and sustainment in live service.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bring a deep set of production skills and the judgment to know which approach works best for each situation.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Are passionate about production craft and eager to help mature our processes in a fast-evolving environment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in competitive multiplayer development, with curiosity and resilience in the face of challenges.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Communicate clearly across disciplines, building trust and alignment in an iterative, collaborative setting.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Value diversity of thought and perspective, and care about helping others grow.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Believe, as we do, that great games come from great teams who put people first.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE ROLE FOR YOU IF:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You feel most at home in a traditional, top-down structure. We work in a highly collaborative, flat environment where influence often matters more than authority.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’d rather work solo most of the time. This role thrives on constant connection across teams and partners.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You prefer steady, unchanging processes. Here, we’re always learning, iterating, and finding better ways to do things as we grow.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;YOU&#39;LL LOVE WORKING AT BONFIRE BECAUSE WE:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace bold challenges with creativity and courage, making the tough calls to build a game we’re proud to play every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keep fun at the core: we play Arkheron daily, staying grounded as players. If it’s not more fun than yesterday, we fix it. We don’t chase trends; we listen by playing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay truly independent, with decisions driven by the team — not by investors or a board.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in a culture of passion, trust, and shared ownership; where transparency matters and egos don’t.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The base salary range for this role is $174,800 - $221,817. Depending on your experience and level (whether you’re closer to mid-level or principal), your offer may land above or below that range. We don’t just look at years on a résumé — we think about the impact you can have on the team and the game. Of course, compensation at Bonfire goes beyond salary. Every new teammate receives equity, plus a full benefits package and some extra perks to make work (and life) better. When we connect, we’ll happily walk you through the full details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Want to get a feel for what it’s like to work here? You can check out more about our culture, team, benefits, and perks at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/&quot;&gt;www.bonfirestudios.com&lt;/a&gt;. And don’t worry — anything you share with us in the application process is just for recruiting and won’t be shared. You can read more in our &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/privacy/&quot;&gt;privacy policy&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

Production

Producer, Character Art (Senior)

&lt;p&gt;What&#39;s the one game you couldn&#39;t put down? The game that connected you with friends, and made you feel like you belonged? If a game has ever defined a chapter of your life, then you already know the spark we’re chasing. Our mission is to ignite that same feeling for players; the thrill of competition, the joy of community, and the belonging of finding your own corner of a larger world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Great games begin with people who dare to dream big. If that sounds exciting, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bonfire is a group of experienced and ambitious developers, proud to be creating our first original IP: &lt;a href=&quot;https://arkheron.com/en_US/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Arkheron&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. It is a fast-paced, competitive PVP game set in a surreal dark fantasy world where 15 teams of three battle their way up the Tower. In a world built from memories, you will loot powerful items to create and adapt a unique build-out that will change your strategy and combat experience with every Ascension.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/2q-vxoejYf4&quot; width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;314&quot;&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The best way to understand our Engineering team is in their own words — here’s how they describe their work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;On the Engineering team at Bonfire, it is about more than code. For us, it&#39;s essential to build a deep understanding and intuitive sense of what makes our game special through our players&#39; hearts and minds. Guided by this sensibility, we form close partnerships with artists and designers to challenge ourselves, exploring creative and fun ways to evolve the game together. We ruthlessly prioritize what matters most and continually weigh trade-offs in our pursuit of making both playing and building our game feel great.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As a &lt;strong&gt;Server Engineer&lt;/strong&gt;, the thought of a million players logging in doesn’t rattle you — it excites you. Log files might stream through your dreams, but your instinct is always to scale, stabilize, and keep things running smoothly. In this role, you’ll design and operate the infrastructure that powers Arkheron, our first multiplayer title, building systems that are functional, reliable, scalable, and maintainable to deliver a seamless experience at any scale. This is a highly collaborative role, as you’ll work side by side with engineers across the studio to design, review, and iterate on systems, bringing your expertise in backend technologies to lay a strong foundation for live multiplayer experiences.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE BY:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Building infrastructure that is:
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Functional — prioritizing an amazing player experience.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Reliable — minimizing downtime and ensuring stability.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Scalable — ready to support player demand at any scale.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Maintainable — services you build are also services you help operate.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Available — ensuring features run smoothly across multiple platforms.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Collaborating closely with the game team building our client and server in C#.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Designing, reviewing, and iterating with other engineers to keep our systems robust and player-focused.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Developing and running infrastructure in Golang, containerized with Docker and orchestrated with Kubernetes.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Automating deployment and testing with CI/CD pipelines.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Using observability and monitoring tools, while also building custom tooling (HTML/TS/Bootstrap/D3.js) to improve operations.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keeping services as stateless as possible for reliability and scalability, and using Memorystore (Redis Cluster) and Firestore when persistence is needed.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT YOU BECAUSE YOU:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bring 5+ years of experience as a software engineer with a focus on server-side development.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Are skilled at designing and implementing backend features that support great player experiences.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Enjoy building tools and services that make the entire development team more efficient.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in collaborative, cross-disciplinary environments where your input shapes both technology and game direction.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have an entrepreneurial spirit — you take initiative, self-direct projects, and pitch in wherever you’re needed.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Are adaptable and excited to pick up new technologies, not just stick with what you know.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Carry a genuine passion for games and the craft of building them.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE ROLE FOR YOU IF:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You prefer working only on well-defined tasks — this role requires initiative and self-direction.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’re uncomfortable collaborating closely with developers across disciplines; Bonfire values shared ownership and teamwork.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’d rather stick to familiar tools — our stack includes Golang, Kubernetes, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines, and we value adaptability to new tech.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You prefer one-off projects instead of building and maintaining services long term.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’re not interested in the unique challenges of live multiplayer environments, where reliability, scalability, and availability are critical.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT BONFIRE BECAUSE WE:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace bold challenges with creativity and courage, making the tough calls to build a game we’re proud to play every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keep fun at the core: we play Arkheron daily, staying grounded as players. If it’s not more fun than yesterday, we fix it. We don’t chase trends; we listen by playing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay truly independent, with decisions driven by the team — not by investors or a board.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in a culture of passion, trust, and shared ownership; where transparency matters and egos don’t.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The base salary range for this role is &lt;strong&gt;$237,500 - $290,000&lt;/strong&gt;. Depending on your experience and level (whether you’re closer to mid-level or principal), your offer may land above or below that range. We don’t just look at years on a résumé — we think about the impact you can have on the team and the game. Of course, compensation at Bonfire goes beyond salary. Every new teammate receives equity, plus a full benefits package and some extra perks to make work (and life) better. When we connect, we’ll happily walk you through the full details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Want to get a feel for what it’s like to work here? You can check out more about our culture, team, benefits, and perks at&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/&quot;&gt; www.bonfirestudios.com&lt;/a&gt;. And don’t worry — anything you share with us in the application process is just for recruiting and won’t be shared. You can read more in our&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/privacy/&quot;&gt; privacy policy&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

Server Engineer (Senior/Principal)

&lt;p&gt;What&#39;s the one game you couldn&#39;t put down? The game that connected you with friends, and made you feel like you belonged? If a game has ever defined a chapter of your life, then you already know the spark we’re chasing. Our mission is to ignite that same feeling for players; the thrill of competition, the joy of community, and the belonging of finding your own corner of a larger world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Great games begin with people who dare to dream big. If that sounds exciting, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bonfire is a group of experienced and ambitious developers, proud to be creating our first original IP: &lt;a href=&quot;https://arkheron.com/en_US/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Arkheron&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. It is a fast-paced, competitive PVP game set in a surreal dark fantasy world where 15 teams of three battle their way up the Tower. In a world built from memories, you will loot powerful items to create and adapt a unique build-out that will change your strategy and combat experience with every Ascension.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/2q-vxoejYf4&quot; width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;314&quot;&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The best way to understand our Publishing team is in their own words — here’s how they describe their work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;On the Publishing team, we believe the most meaningful experiences are built with, not just for, passionate communities. Forget chasing KPIs, we ditch the megaphone for open dialogue, building bridges between our talented devs and the players who love our game as much as we do. We reflect the heartbeat of the community back to the devs - what excites them, what they’re struggling with and what they value - and in turn we foster trust in the shared vision for the world we’re creating. Our role is to amplify their voices, ensuring they help shape our world, not just hear about it. Above all else, we want to craft powerful and lasting moments that ignite us and our community; because in the end, we’re all players here. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As our &lt;strong&gt;Social Media Lead&lt;/strong&gt;, you’ll be at the forefront of building, managing, and evolving Bonfire’s presence across multiple platforms. You’ll create content and strategies that reflect our commitment to players, foster vibrant communities, and champion communication that feels authentic and human. This is a highly collaborative role, working with Community, Brand, Creative, Development, and Player Support to amplify Bonfire’s voice and make sure players feel seen, heard, and excited to be part of our journey.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;YOU&#39;LL CONTRIBUTE BY:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Creating and managing content for Bonfire’s social channels (Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook) — from writing posts to producing short-form videos and visual assets.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Owning the content calendar, ensuring communication is consistent, authentic, and engaging.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Partnering with Community, Brand, Creative, Influencer, and PR teams to build integrated campaigns that connect with players and amplify your content.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Engaging directly with the player community by responding to feedback, surfacing insights, and sparking conversations that build trust and excitement.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Using data and performance metrics to guide decisions, iterating on both organic and paid content to grow Bonfire’s presence.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Staying ahead of gaming and social trends, experimenting with new formats, and ensuring content is inclusive and relevant for a global audience.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;WE&#39;RE EXCITED ABOUT YOU BECAUSE YOU:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bring 4+ years of experience in social media management, digital marketing, or a related field — ideally within the games industry.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have a proven track record of creating and executing successful campaigns across multiple platforms.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Know how to produce short-form video content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Engage communities directly by listening, responding, and fostering conversations that build trust.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Understand the unique strengths of each platform and tailor content accordingly.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, thriving in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Communicate clearly in writing and speech, with an authentic voice that resonates with players.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h4&gt;Bonus points if you:&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have worked on (or are passionate about) shooter, adventure, or multiplayer games.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bring experience localizing campaigns for global audiences or connecting with grassroots/niche communities.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Are comfortable using social media management and analytics tools.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE ROLE FOR YOU IF:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Your background is mainly in corporate B2B or industries like finance, healthcare, or SaaS, rather than community-driven, player-focused environments.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You focus mostly on paid advertising or influencer management and don’t have hands-on experience creating organic content or engaging directly with player communities.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You have limited exposure to gaming audiences and trends, making it difficult to align with Bonfire’s style of communication.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;YOU&#39;LL LOVE WORKING AT BONFIRE BECAUSE WE:&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace bold challenges with creativity and courage, making the tough calls to build a game we’re proud to play every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keep fun at the core: we play Arkheron daily, staying grounded as players. If it’s not more fun than yesterday, we fix it. We don’t chase trends; we listen by playing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay truly independent, with decisions driven by the team — not by investors or a board.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in a culture of passion, trust, and shared ownership; where transparency matters and egos don’t.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The base salary range for this role is &lt;strong&gt;$134,500 - $177,500&lt;/strong&gt;. Depending on your experience and level (whether you’re closer to mid-level or principal), your offer may land above or below that range. We don’t just look at years on a résumé — we think about the impact you can have on the team and the game. Of course, compensation at Bonfire goes beyond salary. Every new teammate receives equity, plus a full benefits package and some extra perks to make work (and life) better. When we connect, we’ll happily walk you through the full details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Want to get a feel for what it’s like to work here? You can check out more about our culture, team, benefits, and perks at &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/&quot;&gt;www.bonfirestudios.com&lt;/a&gt;. And don’t worry — anything you share with us in the application process is just for recruiting and won’t be shared. You can read more in our &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/privacy/&quot;&gt;privacy policy&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

Social Media Lead

&lt;p&gt;What&#39;s the one game you couldn&#39;t put down? The game that connected you with friends, and made you feel like you belonged? If a game has ever defined a chapter of your life, then you already know the spark we’re chasing. Our mission is to ignite that same feeling for players; the thrill of competition, the joy of community, and the belonging of finding your own corner of a larger world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Great games begin with people who dare to dream big. If that sounds exciting, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bonfire is a group of experienced and ambitious developers, proud to be creating our first original IP: &lt;a href=&quot;https://arkheron.com/en_US/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Arkheron&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;. It is a fast-paced, competitive PVP game set in a surreal dark fantasy world where 15 teams of three battle their way up the Tower. In a world built from memories, you will loot powerful items to create and adapt a unique build-out that will change your strategy and combat experience with every Ascension.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/2q-vxoejYf4&quot; width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;314&quot;&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The best way to understand our Engineering team is in their own words — here’s how they describe their work.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;On the Engineering team at Bonfire, it is about more than code. For us, it&#39;s essential to build a deep understanding and intuitive sense of what makes our game special through our players&#39; hearts and minds. Guided by this sensibility, we form close partnerships with artists and designers to challenge ourselves, exploring creative and fun ways to evolve the game together. We ruthlessly prioritize what matters most and continually weigh trade-offs in our pursuit of making both playing and building our game feel great.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As a &lt;strong&gt;Systems Engineer&lt;/strong&gt;, you’ll help design, optimize, and evolve the foundational technology that powers our first game. Your work will focus on engine-level systems, optimizations (PC, consoles, server), and netcode in Unity (using DOTS via C# and C/C++), creating the tools and infrastructure that empower both our developers and our players.&amp;nbsp;This role is highly collaborative — you’ll partner with engineers, designers, and other leads across the studio to push technology forward, solve complex problems, and make the entire team more effective. Whether you’re debugging low-level issues, optimizing pipelines, or shaping systems that scale for live service, you’ll have the opportunity to influence the core of our game and contribute across many areas of development.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE BY:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Building and optimizing the foundational engine systems in Unity/DOTS (C# and C/C++), ensuring tools and tech run efficiently for both developers and players.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Collaborating with internal and external leads to improve engine platform capabilities (performance, console features, anti-cheat protection) and improve team workflows.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Tackling projects such as optimizing iteration pipelines, building maintainable live-editable profiling systems, and enhancing runtime systems like rendering, streaming, and netcode.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Jumping into other areas as needed (from audio to UI to gameplay systems) to support the broader team.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Creating tools and APIs that make developers’ lives easier, helping the team deliver high-quality content faster.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Contributing beyond core engineering, leaning on your passions and perspectives to help the studio grow together.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT YOU BECAUSE YOU:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have experience with custom or heavily modified engines for AAA games on PC and modern consoles, with multiple shipped titles.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bring deep technical knowledge in areas like multi-threaded architecture, asynchronous programming, and ECS paradigms.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Enjoy solving tough problems — whether debugging elusive issues or optimizing complex systems.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive on curiosity and adaptability, eager to dive into new areas and unfamiliar code.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Value collaboration, trust, and diverse perspectives, building strong partnerships across the studio.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace a growth mindset, caring about your own development and supporting others in theirs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Carry a genuine passion for both technology and the creative process of making games.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE ROLE FOR YOU IF:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You prefer working only within well-defined boundaries, because this role requires diving into unfamiliar systems and solving problems across multiple areas.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’re most comfortable in environments with rigid hierarchy — Bonfire values a flat, collaborative structure where everyone contributes.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You prefer focusing on gameplay features rather than engine-level systems, optimizations, or developer tools.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Debugging, profiling, and low-level optimizations feel tedious instead of energizing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;You’re uncomfortable working in a live service environment where iteration, scalability, and constant improvement are essential.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT BONFIRE BECAUSE WE:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Embrace bold challenges with creativity and courage, making the tough calls to build a game we’re proud to play every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Keep fun at the core: we play Arkheron daily, staying grounded as players. If it’s not more fun than yesterday, we fix it. We don’t chase trends; we listen by playing.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Stay truly independent, with decisions driven by the team — not by investors or a board.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thrive in a culture of passion, trust, and shared ownership; where transparency matters and egos don’t.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The base salary range for this role is &lt;strong&gt;$237,500 - $290,000&lt;/strong&gt;. Depending on your experience and level (whether you’re closer to mid-level or principal), your offer may land above or below that range. We don’t just look at years on a résumé — we think about the impact you can have on the team and the game. Of course, compensation at Bonfire goes beyond salary. Every new teammate receives equity, plus a full benefits package and some extra perks to make work (and life) better. When we connect, we’ll happily walk you through the full details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Want to get a feel for what it’s like to work here? You can check out more about our culture, team, benefits, and perks at&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/&quot;&gt; www.bonfirestudios.com&lt;/a&gt;. And don’t worry — anything you share with us in the application process is just for recruiting and won’t be shared. You can read more in our&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bonfirestudios.com/privacy/&quot;&gt; privacy policy&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

Systems Engineer (Senior/Principal/Lead)

Fun and deeply rewarding gameplay first.

Creates imaginary worlds that captivate and inspire self-expression.

Online multiplayer that promotes camaraderie and cultivates welcoming, long lasting communities.

Becomes a meaningful part of a player’s life and personal stories.

What
we value in
*our* game

We playtest the game daily, using our passion as players to drive our continuous experiments and discoveries. Once we believe in an idea, we commit fully - no half measures.

We need to fall in love with our game and be thrilled to play it every day. If we don’t, it’s not good enough. Our players will only be as excited as we are.

To our players

We're committed to keeping a team size that ensures developers remain deeply connected to the player experience and to each other.

This fosters tight-knit collaboration across disciplines and empowers everyone to meaningfully influence the game's direction.

To our team

Our
Commitment

Ignite *your*
superpower

Who
we are

More *about*
Bonfire

We playtest the game daily, using our passion as players to drive our continuous experiments and discoveries.