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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Game Developer-Console Porting - **Company:** Jobgether - **Location:** Veldhoven, Netherlands - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C Sharp (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Video Game Development, Game Engine, Github, Integrated Development Environments, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Software Troubleshooting, Unreal Engine - **Published:** September 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.nl/details/5890822342 ## About the Role * Proven experience porting or adapting games for console platforms such as PlayStation and/or Xbox, or strong game development experience with the ability to learn console porting and certification workflows. * Genuine familiarity with PlayStation consoles is required, while Xbox familiarity is preferred; active console gaming experience is a strong advantage. * Experience with PlayStation Partners or ID@Xbox developer programs is preferred but not essential. * Professional or hands-on experience with GameMaker Studio 2, Unreal Engine, Unity, or a comparable game development platform. * Familiarity with GML, C#, and/or Python, which are commonly used within the development environment. * Solid understanding of gameplay mechanics, game systems, debugging, testing, and performance optimization. * Experience taking game features from initial concept through development, testing, iteration, and refinement. * Ability to work confidently with existing projects and codebases, including those created by other developers. * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, particularly when working through platform-specific issues. * Good communication and collaboration skills for working effectively within a distributed remote team. * Experience reviewing games or code created by other developers, with the ability to provide practical and constructive feedback. * A portfolio, GitHub profile, playable game, or examples of previous game development or console-porting work is highly desirable. ## Description This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Game Developer-Console Porting based in Netherlands. Join a remote game development team focused on bringing completed indie games to PlayStation and Xbox consoles. The primary focus of this role is console porting, adapting existing games to meet platform-specific technical and certification requirements. You'll also contribute hands-on development work, including gameplay features, debugging, optimization, and technical improvements. The role offers the opportunity to work across game engines, codebases, assets, and console-specific challenges. You'll collaborate with designers, artists, indie developers, and other team members to deliver polished, console-ready builds. Your work will directly support the publishing pipeline and help bring distinctive indie titles to console audiences. This is a strong fit for a developer who enjoys console gaming, solving technical challenges, and working collaboratively in a remote environment. Accountabilities * Port and adapt existing indie-developed games for PlayStation and Xbox, ensuring they meet platform-specific technical, performance, and certification requirements. * Develop and implement gameplay features, mechanics, interactive experiences, and other technical improvements alongside core porting responsibilities. * Work with GameMaker Studio 2, Unreal Engine, Unity, or similar game development platforms to build, adapt, maintain, and troubleshoot projects. * Translate game concepts and technical requirements into functional, engaging, and reliable gameplay experiences. * Write clean, maintainable, structured code and contribute effectively to existing codebases created by other developers. * Debug, test, and resolve gameplay, technical, performance, and console-specific issues throughout the porting process. * Collaborate with designers, artists, indie development partners, and other contributors to deliver high-quality console builds. * Integrate and troubleshoot game assets, animations, audio, UI elements, and other required components. * Optimize games for console hardware, addressing performance and platform-specific technical considerations. * Review and evaluate games or code produced by other developers and provide clear, constructive technical and design feedback. * Participate in testing, iteration, refinement, and certification-related updates based on feedback and platform requirements. * Maintain clear documentation and provide regular progress updates on porting and development activities. ## Related Videos - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - "Fun and games - and all that comes with it", Back to BASIC & more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1719-wearedevelopers-live-fun-and-games-and-all-that-comes-with-it-back-to-basic-more) - [Building a fully automated escape room](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/735-building-a-fully-automated-escape-room) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [The Story of Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/226-the-story-of-games) - [The Future Past of Technology - A Game Developers POV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1386-the-future-past-of-technology-a-game-developers-pov) - [Winning talents through play - Corporate Gaming with AKEYI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1062-winning-talents-through-play-corporate-gaming-with-akeyi) ## Related Articles - [10 Coding Games to Teach You How to Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/151-10-coding-games-to-teach-you-how-to-code) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)