C++ Networking Engineer for AAA Game Server (Hybrid UK)

Rocket-Science-Group; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Annual research credit

Professional development

Work-life balance

Family friendly leave

Office perks: team lunches

Snacks and beverages

Team lounge

Gaming-focused environment

Job summary

Rocket Science Group is seeking a talented C++ Networking Engineer to join our Atomic Theory team. You will design, implement, and optimise robust, low-latency networking features for a proprietary AAA game engine, with a focus on multiplayer server architecture.

The role centres on listen mode game servers and scalable networking systems within a collaborative studio culture that values work-life balance and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C++ with strong maths skills, with networking or game development experience.
• Experience with multiplayer network architecture, especially listen mode game servers.
• Ability to design, implement, and maintain robust, high-performance networking systems within game environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimise networking features for a proprietary AAA game engine.
• Develop and maintain multiplayer server architecture.
• Focus on listen mode game servers and low-latency networking.
• Ensure reliable networking technology to support engaging player experiences.

Skills

C++

Networking

Multiplayer architecture

Listen mode servers

Game development

Tools

Proprietary AAA engine

Job description

Rocket Science Group is seeking a talented C++ Networking Engineer to join our Atomic Theory team. You will design, implement, and optimise robust, low-latency networking features for a proprietary AAA game engine, with a focus on multiplayer server architecture.

The role centres on listen mode game servers and scalable networking systems within a collaborative studio culture that values work-life balance and innovation.