Game Programmer

Amiqus - Games Recruitment Specialists; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative games studio in the Midlands is seeking a Gameplay Programmer to enhance an existing PC/Console title. This role offers the chance to work remotely or in a hybrid setup, providing creative freedom and a focus on player experience. Ideal for a generalist programmer, this position allows ownership of significant code areas and the opportunity to work within a passionate indie team. With a competitive salary and benefits including private healthcare and flexible hours, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a mark in the gaming industry while also pursuing personal projects.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Pension

Flexible Hours

Freedom for Personal Projects

Qualifications

• 3+ years in the games industry with experience on PC/Console.
• Strong portfolio showcasing live code or games contributed to.

Responsibilities

• Develop gameplay systems, UI, bug fixing, and player movement.
• Ownership of significant code areas in a small indie team.

Skills

Unity

C#

Gameplay Programming

UI Development

Tools Programming

Job description

Full Job Description

Gameplay Programmer – Console/PC

Title: 100% Remote working (UK Only)

A Midlands-based games studio is currently looking for a Gameplay Programmer to develop new content for an existing, successful PC/Console title. The studio is expanding and requires a programmer to develop gameplay systems, UI, bug fixing, player movement, and inventory management systems.

This role offers ownership of significant code areas and suits someone who enjoys working in a small indie team. It is ideal for a generalist programmer interested in various disciplines of programming and attending industry events.

The position promotes creative freedom and a focus on the overall player experience, emphasizing the game's gameplay style over mechanics.

The role offers a competitive salary, benefits (including private healthcare, pension, flexible hours, and more), and the freedom to pursue personal indie projects outside of work. It can be fully remote or hybrid, but applicants must be based in and eligible to work in the UK.

Requirements

• At least 3 years’ experience in the games industry
• Experience with released titles on PC or Console platforms
• Proficiency with Unity and C#
• Experience across multiple programming disciplines such as gameplay, UI, and tools
• A strong portfolio demonstrating live code or games you've contributed to

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a studio with a popular title attracting over 12 million players a month. To apply, please send your CV to the provided contact.