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Careers at Zambezi Cup
Help build the world's most immersive virtual golf experience. Join our remote-first team and bring the Zambezi Cup to players everywhere.
Why Join Us
Build the Future of Virtual Golf
We're a remote team of designers, engineers, and creators building a game that celebrates golf and supports conservation.
Remote-First Culture
Work from anywhere with flexible hours and a team that values focus, autonomy, and async collaboration.
Meaningful Impact
Every feature and campaign connects players to conservation outcomes, turning play into real-world support for Africa's wildlife.
Game & Growth
Shape an ambitious virtual golf product with competitive compensation, learning budgets, and opportunities to ship globally.
Open Positions
Current Opportunities
We're looking for talented people who love games, golf, and building things that matter.
Full Stack Game Developer
Technology
Build and maintain the Zambezi Cup virtual golf game across web and mobile clients, from multiplayer lobbies and course rendering to matchmaking and real-time scoring.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop game features and user-facing components in React/Next.js and TypeScript
- Implement and maintain backend services, APIs, and databases for game state and player data
- Integrate golf simulation logic, physics, and 3D course rendering with frontend experiences
- Collaborate with design and product to ship smooth, responsive gameplay
- Optimize performance and reliability across platforms and network conditions
Requirements:
- 4+ years of full-stack development experience
- Strong TypeScript, React, and Node.js skills
- Experience with real-time multiplayer or game networking
- Comfort with SQL/NoSQL databases and REST/GraphQL APIs
- Passion for golf, sports, or simulation games
Simulation & Data Engineer
Technology
Own the physics, shot simulation, and data pipelines that power realistic virtual golf gameplay and player analytics.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and tune ball-flight, terrain, and environmental simulation models
- Build data pipelines for shot tracking, player performance, and course telemetry
- Implement real-time and batch analytics for leaderboards and match insights
- Work with GPU and ML tooling to accelerate simulation and predictions
- Validate simulation accuracy against course and weather data
Requirements:
- 3+ years in simulation, data engineering, or game systems development
- Strong Python, C++, or equivalent with numerical/scientific computing
- Experience with physics engines, statistical modeling, or sports analytics
- Familiarity with cloud data platforms and event streaming
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
UX/UI Designer
Design
Craft intuitive, beautiful interfaces that make the Zambezi Cup virtual golf experience accessible and engaging for players around the world.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity UI for web and mobile game surfaces
- Create and maintain a cohesive design system and visual identity
- Collaborate with developers to ship polished, responsive components
- Conduct player research and usability testing to refine UX
- Produce icons, illustrations, and motion concepts for in-game and marketing use
Requirements:
- 3+ years of product/UI/UX design experience
- Proficiency in Figma and a strong portfolio of shipped digital products
- Experience designing for games, mobile apps, or interactive experiences
- Understanding of accessibility, responsive design, and design systems
- Passion for golf, sports, or gaming is a plus
Community & Social Lead
Community
Grow and nurture the global Zambezi Cup player community across social channels, in-game events, and partner programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own social media, content calendar, and community platforms for the game
- Plan and execute tournaments, challenges, and live-streamed community events
- Engage with players, gather feedback, and surface insights to product and design
- Build relationships with influencers, golf creators, and conservation partners
- Moderate community spaces and uphold inclusive, positive player culture
Requirements:
- 3+ years in community management, social media, or brand marketing
- Experience in gaming, sports, or live/virtual events
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English
- Comfort with analytics and reporting on community metrics
- Passion for golf, wildlife, and conservation storytelling
Conservation Impact Analyst
Data
Measure and communicate the real-world conservation outcomes connected to the Zambezi Cup virtual game and its community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and track impact metrics tied to in-game conservation campaigns
- Build dashboards and reports for partners, leadership, and players
- Analyze player engagement, donations, and conservation contribution flows
- Coordinate with conservation partners to validate field impact
- Turn complex data into clear narratives for public and internal audiences
Requirements:
- 3+ years in impact measurement, analytics, or sustainability reporting
- Strong SQL, data visualization, and analytical communication skills
- Experience with environmental, social, or conservation programs
- Comfort working with APIs, spreadsheets, and BI tools
- Degree in Environmental Science, Data Science, or related field
QA / Test Engineer
Technology
Ensure the quality, stability, and fairness of the Zambezi Cup virtual golf game through manual and automated testing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, execute, and maintain test plans for game builds and features
- Build and manage automated test suites for critical player flows
- Validate scoring, simulation results, matchmaking, and API integrations
- Identify, document, and track defects with clear reproduction steps
- Collaborate with developers and product to prevent regressions and improve release quality
Requirements:
- 2+ years in QA, test engineering, or game testing
- Experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines
- Strong understanding of API, integration, and end-to-end testing
- Analytical mindset with excellent communication and troubleshooting skills
- Passion for games and attention to detail
Game Economy Designer
Product / Data
Design and balance Career Money, Wildlife Pot, prize pools, and the daily and season economy for the Zambezi Cup virtual golf game.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and tune the Career Money and Wildlife Pot economies
- Create and manage prize-pool structures for tournaments and events
- Build daily, weekly, and seasonal reward systems that drive engagement
- Collaborate with product and data teams to model economic outcomes
- Monitor player balances and adjust sinks and faucets to keep the economy healthy
Requirements:
- 3+ years in game economy, product, or data design
- Experience balancing virtual currencies, rewards, and live economies
- Strong analytical and spreadsheet/modeling skills
- Familiarity with player progression and monetization systems
- Passion for golf, games, and player-first economies
Virtual World Artist
Design / Art
Create 3D golf courses, environments, and the visual identity for the Zambezi Cup virtual golf game.
Key Responsibilities:
- Model and texture 3D golf courses and landscapes
- Establish the visual identity, color, and style of in-game worlds
- Collaborate with design and engineering to optimize course rendering
- Create mood boards, concept art, and environmental storytelling
- Iterate based on feedback from players and stakeholders
Requirements:
- 3+ years in 3D art, environment design, or game art
- Proficiency in Blender, Maya, or similar 3D tools
- Strong portfolio showing 3D environments and visual identity work
- Experience with real-time rendering and asset optimization
- Passion for golf, nature, and virtual world creation
Player Growth Lead
Marketing / Growth
Drive user acquisition, retention, and community growth for the Zambezi Cup virtual golf game.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own user acquisition strategy across paid, organic, and social channels
- Design retention loops, onboarding, and re-engagement campaigns
- Build and nurture the player community across platforms
- Analyze growth metrics and run experiments to improve conversion
- Partner with product and marketing to launch regional campaigns
Requirements:
- 4+ years in growth marketing, user acquisition, or community growth
- Experience with paid social, ASO/SEO, CRM, and analytics tools
- Strong data-driven mindset and A/B testing experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Passion for games, golf, and building global communities
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