Game Engineer

microTECH Global LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is looking for a Game Engineer to join their team on a 12-month contract focusing on low-level game engine development. In this role, you'll develop game engine plugins and Android APIs, optimise performance for AAA mobile games, and provide valuable insights to developers. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on R&D projects aimed at enhancing game performance while engaging with the community through technical talks and tutorials. If you're passionate about game development and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing high-fidelity games with a focus on engine development.
• Strong proficiency in modern C++ and object-oriented design principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop game engine plugins and Android APIs to enhance game development.
• Analyse mobile games for performance insights and optimisations.

Skills

C++

Game Engine Development

Performance Optimisation

Android Development

Object-Oriented Design

Game Engine Technologies

Tools

ADB

Gradle

Perfetto

Streamline

Job description

Embedded Software Recruitment Consultant at microTECH Global LTD

Our client is seeking a Game Engineer to join them for a 12-month contract working on low-level game engine development.

Responsibilities:

• Develop game engine plugins, Android APIs, and demos to support and enhance game development processes.
• Analyse mobile games to provide developers with valuable performance insights.
• Optimise the performance of game engines and AAA mobile games for improved efficiency and user experience.
• Support Developer Relations activities through technical talks, tutorials, and blog posts.
• Work on R&D projects focusing on improving game performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in developing high-fidelity games using a commercial game engine, ideally with a focus on engine development.
• Strong proficiency in modern C++ and object-oriented design principles.
• Hands-on knowledge of game engine technologies and development pipelines, including graphics, physics, and collision systems.
• Experience with Android development tools such as ADB, Gradle, and related technologies.
• Extensive experience in performance optimisation, with skills in using profilers such as Perfetto and Streamline.
• Deep understanding of performance-critical concepts such as cache coherency, branch prediction, and multithreading.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing