C++ Programmer - Intermediate to Senior AAA Games

As a C++ Software Engineer, you will assist in porting games across multiple platforms including but not limited to Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox X/S and Xbox One. You will be working with a range of engines and technology pipelines, including popular engines such as Unreal or Unity, as well as bespoke custom engines.

Responsibilities:

• Working closely with producers, QA, game designers and artists to implement game features using C++.
• Testing, debugging, refining, optimising and maintaining game functionality on a range of platforms.
• Staying up to date with new technologies and architectures.
• Assisting and mentoring other programmers in your areas of expertise.
• Creating and maintaining well written technical documentation.
• Creating maintainable, and extensible, well architected code.
• Confidently communicating with other disciplines, in particular engineering, to facilitate solutions that push the project forward.

Expectations:

• Proactively identify problems and propose, test, and document solutions.
• Research and explore new technologies and techniques, and keep up to date with the latest trends in game development.
• Share learnings and best practices, workflows, and new tools with the wider team.
• Be available for technical support for the code team.
• Actively demonstrate a desire to learn and grow professionally.
• Contribute towards a positive and supportive company culture.

Requirements

Essential Skills:

• Approx. 5+ years of Games Industry experience (for mid and senior levels).
• Demonstrable development and release experience in C++.
• Experience in code optimisation and performance monitoring.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong awareness of industry technology trends, willingness to learn and grow.
• Console development experience (Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation)
• Current development experience with Unity, UE4 or UE5.
• Ability to write high-quality, performant and maintainable code.
• Understanding of a range of design patterns and data structures
• Strong attention to detail, able to multi-task, and adapt to change.
• A passion for games, an interest and awareness in the latest trends, tools, technology and approaches in creating content.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.

Bonus Skills:

• Experience in AAA game development.
• Experience in Custom C++ Engines.
• Experience in Commercially Available Engines (Unity, Unreal, Etc.)
• Experience in other programming languages.
• Experience with game release processes.