This position is offered through the ANU Computing Internship ([COMP4820] / [COMP8830])
Company
Vision Verse Interactive https://vision-verse.tech/IMG
Vision Verse Interactive is a dynamic and innovative MarTech company dedicated to enhancing engagement between customers and shop owners. We specialize in developing AI-driven solutions and gamification strategies to elevate customer experiences. Our latest project, ViAi, focuses on creating interactive and engaging digital content for businesses.
Project
Interactive Mini-Game Development for SaaS Platform
This project involves the development of interactive mini-games that will be integrated into our SaaS platform, specifically designed for restaurant owners to enhance customer engagement and retention. The goal is to build several mini-games that are easy to play, visually appealing, and encourage user interaction. These games will be used as part of loyalty programs, marketing campaigns, or customer engagement strategies. Each game should be customizable, allowing restaurants to tailor them to their branding and specific customer needs.
Game Conceptualization:
Work closely with the product and design teams to conceptualize mini-games that align with the platform’s goals.
Game Development:
Develop interactive mini-games using JavaScript frameworks (e.g., Phaser, Three.js) or game engines (e.g., Unity, Godot).
Ensure the games are responsive, cross-platform compatible, and optimized for both web and mobile experiences.
Implement game mechanics such as scoring, leaderboards, timers, and levels to enhance user engagement.
Integration with SaaS Platform:
Collaborate with backend developers to integrate game data with the existing SaaS platform for tracking user engagement and rewards.
Develop APIs to connect game events with the platform’s loyalty and marketing features.
Testing and Optimization:
Perform usability testing to ensure the games are user-friendly, fun, and engaging.
Optimize game performance for different devices and browsers.
Debug and resolve issues related to game mechanics, UI, and responsiveness.
Documentation and Training:
Create detailed documentation for each game, including technical specifications, user guides, and customization options for restaurant owners.
Provide training sessions or materials for the internal team on how to use and customize the games.
Required/Preferred technical skills
Frontend:
Next.js, React.js: For UI development and server-side rendering.
Tailwind CSS: For rapid UI styling.
Backend:
Hasura, GraphQL, PostgreSQL: For API development and data management.
API and State Management:
GraphQL, Apollo Client, Redux: For data handling and state management.
DevOps and CI/CD:
Docker, Azure, Kubernetes: For containerization, CI/CD, and deployment.
Required/preferred professional and other skills
Required Professional Skills:
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to debug and optimize game mechanics and performance.
Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and product managers.
Communication: Excellent communication skills for documenting processes, writing user guides, and providing training.
Preferred Professional Skills:
Creativity: A creative mindset for designing engaging and fun game concepts that resonate with the target audience.
Attention to Detail: High attention to detail in game development, design, and testing to ensure a polished user experience.
User-Centric Approach: Understanding of user experience (UX) principles to build games that are easy to understand, play, and enjoy.
Agile Methodology: Familiarity with Agile development practices for effective sprint planning, task management, and iterative improvement.
Delivery Mode
• Remote
Type of internship
Paid internship. The intern/s will be engaged as a casual employee.
How to apply
Applications are invited from students who have already passed the eligibility checks for the Computing Internship courses COMP4820 or COMP8830. Further information about the Computing Internships can be found on the Computing Internship page.
You can nominate multiple preferred Internship projects and host organisations through the one application form.
Student applications will be open from the 13th to 29th Sep, 2024.