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Solar2D Game Developer

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Skills the posting asks for

  • Solar2D
  • Lua Programming
  • 2D Game Development

Job Title: Solar2D Game Developer

Job Type: Contractor

micro1 is looking for experienced Solar2D developers to support an AI training project. In this role, you will use Solar2D to complete real-world 2D game development tasks and explain your workflows step by step. Your expertise will help improve how AI systems understand game development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create and modify 2D games using Solar2D (Corona SDK).
  • Work with Lua scripting, game mechanics, animations, and UI elements.
  • Develop and improve player controls, physics, and collision detection.
  • Debug issues and optimize game performance.
  • Complete advanced Solar2D tasks and explain your workflows step by step.
  • Create clear instructions and detailed prompts for game development tasks.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Strong hands-on experience with Solar2D (Corona SDK).
  • Good knowledge of Lua programming and 2D game development.
  • Experience with game mechanics, animations, and debugging.
  • Access to Solar2D and ability to record your screen while completing tasks.
  • English proficiency at B2 level or higher.
  • Ability to explain technical workflows clearly.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A portfolio of Solar2D or 2D game development projects.
  • A relevant master's degree or PhD.
  • Previous Human Data experience, such as data annotation, RLHF, or AI model evaluation.
  • Experience developing mobile games for Android or iOS.

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