Lead C++ Game Developer

Magic Media; Madrid; A distancia; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading media and tech group is seeking a Lead C++ Game Developer to maintain and build code for diverse projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in C++ game development and lead teams to achieve technical excellence. This remote position offers opportunities for career growth, ongoing training, and collaboration in a multicultural environment. The role requires expertise in C++, knowledge of Kotlin/Swift, and strong communication skills.

Servicios

Permanently remote position

Career growth and development

Ongoing training opportunities

Flexible working hours

Inclusive culture and open communication

Formación

• Extensive C++ development experience in games.
• Ability to lead a team of at least 5 developers.
• Fluency in English.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain and build code using C++ for assigned work streams.
• Work on gameplay, UI, and mobile code.
• Provide architectural oversight across the application.
• Mentor other developers.

Conocimientos

C++

Kotlin

Swift

Game development fundamentals

UI and networking code

Excellent communication skills

Team leadership

Educación

Computer Science / Maths Degree or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Magic Media is a pioneering media, entertainment and tech group powered by creativity and innovation. We have a physical presence in 15 countries and expertize in the areas of art, animation, cybersecurity, game development, software development, VFX, and video production, amongst others. We work with leading developers and publishers within the games and tech industry, providing support and solutions designed around individual needs and carried out by global experts.

We’re looking for a Lead C++ game Developer who is self‑motivated, goal‑orientated, and a strong team player. The ideal candidate will have extensive C++ development experience in games and experience in leading teams of at least 5 other developers. We are looking for someone who is passionate about the digital content production process and who is willing to work with content creators and engineers of other disciplines to build awesome games.

What you will do:

• Maintain and build code using C++ for all assigned work streams.
• Work on gameplay, UI and native Mobile code.
• Work on Kotlin and/or Swift with interfaces to C++ game code.
• Help provide architectural oversight across the entire application.
• Collaborate to devise optimal engineering solutions to technical challenges.
• Lead the team, defining the architecture and what are the main issues in the codebase to help producers organise future work.
• Mentor other developers.
• Be in contact with the client to discuss technical issues and future plans for the team.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of C++.
• Knowledge of Kotlin and/or Swift.
• Understanding of C++ in games and memory optimization.
• UI and networking code experience.
• Understanding of fundamentals of game development.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Fluent in English.
• Lead team of at least 5 other developers.

Desirable Pluses:

• Unreal or Unity experience.
• Experience working with APIs.
• Solid technical foundation (e.g., Computer Science / Maths Degree or equivalent).

Benefits:

• Permanently remote position.
• An opportunity to hone and improve your skills by applying them to a diverse variety of engaging projects.
• Be part of an international group with offices worldwide.
• Career growth and development.
• Working closely with a team of like-minded people in a fast‑paced, multicultural environment.
• Ongoing training and professional self‑improvement opportunities.
• Flexible working hours.
• An inclusive culture and open communication.

At Magic Media, our passion lies in gaming. Our vision is to create and deliver engaging and interesting games for our clients. We can deliver this high‑quality work on any platform, whether it be on a console, PC, or mobile. We know that reputation and results go hand‑in‑hand. Therefore, we work hard to find experts and talented creators to deliver the best results.