Senior / Lead programmers

Liverpool
England
United Kingdom

Engineering

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Permanent

Hybrid

Climax Studios was established nearly 30 years ago, we have an extensive history in developing all kinds of digital experiences across all formats, and we have won multiple awards along the way.

We have a new state of the art studio located in the heart of the beautiful Albert Dock in the city centre of Liverpool and we are looking for onsite Senior / Lead programmers, ideally with experience in UE4 to join the team working on a new AAA, groundbreaking console game.

Responsibilities:

You will take ownership of the design and development of key game systems
Rapidly gain in-depth knowledge of new technology and development practices
Develop standard methodologies and effectively communicate these to other team members and disciplines.
Bring technical expertise and experience to the challenges of game development
Effectively profile and optimise game systems
Mentoring junior members of the team
Leading and guiding key systems and areas of the game, inspiring teams and effectively communicating with clients when required

Qualifications / Experience:

A degree in computer science or equivalent.
Minimum of 5 years commercial games programming experience.

Requirements

Experience of the full game development lifecycle.
Design and content team collaboration experience.
Advanced C++ programming skills.
Extensive Unreal experience.
Excellent written/verbal communication skills.
Strong time management and organisation skills and an enthusiastic team worker.
A logical thinker with strong analytical skills.
Excellent Maths.
A real passion for games programming.
Experience working successfully within a dev team team, with at least one published commercial game under your belt.

Benefits

Excellent holiday package
Regular social events
Fresh fruit and snacks
A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
Ongoing training and development, with career progression
Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Dental Insurance
Group Income Protection
Company Pension Scheme
Cycle To Work Scheme
Eye-Care Vouchers

Perks

Bring your doggo to work! We're a dog friendly studio, bring your pooch in to meet us.
Bean to cup coffee machine in the studio.
Fresh fruit and healthy snacks provided daily, breakfast and some not so healthy snacks.
In-house clubs and socials. From board games, tennis, football to D&D nights, there are lots of opportunities to socialise.
Regular Socials including Project Wrap Parties, team and studio events, Christmas and annual Summer parties and some great charity fundraising events.

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