Careers at Bonfire Studios

Our success is not only defined by the games and worlds we create, but by the studio that creates them. Bonfire is a culture-first studio founded on the values of excellence, creativity, friendship, trust, and diversity. We live these values and are building our studio from people who share them. Bonfire is a dream - we want to create a studio that builds friendships between gamers and between each other.

Our success is not only defined by the games and worlds we create, but by the studio that creates them. Bonfire is a culture-first studio founded on the values of excellence, creativity, friendship, trust, and diversity. We live these values and are building our studio from people who share them. Bonfire is a dream - we want to create a studio that builds friendships between gamers and between each other.

We Are Seeking

Good humans with good hearts
People who strive for excellence in everything they do
People brave enough to make bold decisions on behalf of Bonfire Studios
Those who thrive without micro-management, and who know that with this freedom comes great responsibility
Passionate gamers who know and love fictional worlds
People ready to tank any challenge, big or small, whether or not it’s in their job description. At Bonfire, we all do whatever is necessary for the team to succeed
People with different experiences and different points of view. We are always looking for new perspectives

Our Openings

Bonfire is currently hiring people to form the core nucleus of our company and help define our first IP.

Art Outsourcing Supervisor

Bonfire is looking for an Art Outsourcing Supervisor to help connect our team to the right external partners while building our art outsourcing infrastructure and practices. In this role you will work collaboratively with members of the art team to build a pipeline of high quality content that is both optimized and stylistically in sync with our game.

Events Program Manager

Bonfire is looking for an Events Program Manager to help us strengthen our studio culture through internal gatherings and build partner and player relationships through external-facing events. In this role, you’ll design and execute quarterly offsites for the distributed members of our entire studio to gather, strengthen relationships, and collaborate on game and studio initiatives. You’ll also collaborate with sub-teams on the design and execution of smaller gatherings, events, and workshops as needed. You’ll partner with our development and publishing teams to design and execute events for press, prospective players, and prospective Bonfire developers.

Senior / Principal Character Concept Artist

Bonfire is seeking a talented and passionate Senior Character Concept Artist to help us visualize captivating and believable characters and creatures for our new original IP. The candidate that will make an impression on us is an artist who demonstrates outstanding draftsmanship with a solid understanding of human and creature anatomy, costume, and prop design. Most importantly, a successful candidate strives for excellence and brings solid ideas and solutions to enhance the designs and story behind the characters.

Senior / Principal Environment Concept Artist

Bonfire is seeking a creative Sr. Environment Concept Artist who will bring vision and inspiration to our new original IP. Our ideal candidate is excited about creating immersive environments and has a good understanding of architecture from many eras as well as organic environments. Most importantly, a successful candidate strives for excellence and brings solid ideas and solutions that help shape the land, skies, and stars that inhabit our universe. 

Senior Animator

Bonfire is looking for a Senior Animator to bring characters to life and create impactful gameplay experiences through exciting combat and expressive motion. Bonfire Studios is a highly collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment where every developer’s voice shapes the company, the game, and the tasks we work on each day. As a senior animator on a small, focused team, you will have the opportunity to help shape our new IP and create amazing experiences for our players.

Senior Gameplay Software Engineer

We’re looking for an exceptional engineer and a game designer in one -- a passionate, lifelong gamer who wants to be on the front lines of game development. Our first game is hinged on our moment-to-moment gameplay and nailing the crisp feel of networked character gameplay. You’ll mind meld with our world-class development team to help create our first title using data-oriented tools and technology.

Senior Producer

Bonfire is looking for a Senior Producer to produce a large component of a multiplayer team-based competitive game. In this role, you will work within the team to help organize, plan and communicate development, so that the team can deliver their best work

Senior Server Software Engineer

Do you know what happens when a million people show up at your door? Are log files streaming through your consciousness when you’re sleeping? You may be just the person we’re looking for to join us on our first multiplayer title.

Senior Systems Engineer

Bonfire is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to help build systems, tools, and workflows to empower our team on our first game. Bonfire Studios is a highly collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment where every developer’s voice shapes the company, the game, and the tasks we work on each day. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will have the opportunity to shape the technology that powers our first title and create an amazing experience for our players.

Senior VFX Artist

Bonfire is looking for a Senior VFX Artist to create dazzling effects that help create an immersive and impactful gameplay experience. Bonfire Studios is a highly collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment where every developer’s voice shapes the company, the game, and the tasks we work on each day. As a Senior VFX Artist on a small, focused team, you will have the opportunity to help shape our new IP and create amazing experiences for our players.

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Buffs and Perks

Healthcare

We have comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.

Everyone is an owner

We offer competitive salaries, but as a start-up we can offer something that others can’t. Our stock options turn our employees into owners.

Open PTO

We have an open Paid Time Off policy at Bonfire. We work hard, but we also have families, so our flexible work schedules help keep life in balance. If you get sick, or you need to recharge your batteries, you can take the time you need. We also have a company-wide Summer and Winter shutdown to make sure everyone takes some time away from their inbox.

Parent Friendly

Parental leave ensures the newest addition to the family gets the attention they deserve.

Level Up

The Bonfire Spark is passion, curiosity, and a drive for excellence. From attending industry conferences to working alongside some of the most talented developers in games, we support our employees in their quest for professional growth. Mentorship is a key part of Bonfire culture, as we are all stronger when we learn from each other.

Fun and Games

Family friendly barbeques, board game marathons, and a continually running D&D campaign are just some of the ways we unwind and relax together.

AFK

The OC has easy access to the year round beach living that makes California famous. Bike paths, mountain trails, and ski slopes are nearby for any time not spent on the sand. Parents will be pleased to know that Orange County offers some of the best public schools in the nation. Kids will be pleased to know that Disneyland is just a short drive away.