Principal Audio Programmer

Frontier Developments plc; Newtown; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game developer is seeking a Principal Audio Programmer to lead the development of immersive audio technology for games. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with interactive audio engines like Wwise and a strong track record in game development. This role involves mentoring the Audio Tech team and collaborating with various departments to enhance audio integration in games. Benefits include competitive salary, bonus schemes, flexible working, and more.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Success-based annual bonus

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Extensive experience implementing interactive audio using engines like Wwise.
• Comfortable working in complex technical contexts.
• Track record of thriving in the dynamic world of game development.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and developing Frontier's key audio technology.
• Overseeing the audio support in Cobra, our in-house game engine.
• Mentoring and guiding the Audio Tech team.

Skills

Implementing interactive audio using engines like Wwise

Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills

Problem-solving approach

Job description

Overview

We\'re looking for a Principal Audio Programmer to support the Head of Audio Technology in leading the development of cutting-edge audio technology across Frontier\'s games. You\'ll identify and develop the key technology that transforms in-game action into immersive audio experiences. You\'ll collaborate closely with other members of the Audio team and beyond to provide technical leadership and innovative solutions to the unique challenges of game audio development.

What you\'ll be doing

• Identifying and developing Frontier\'s key audio technology.
• Overseeing the audio support in Cobra, our in-house game engine.
• Pushing Wwise to its limits.
• Empowering Audio Designers with highly effective workflows.
• Representing audio within the wider development team to ensure it is well integrated in our games.
• Mentoring and guiding the Audio Tech team to produce groundbreaking, reusable technology.
• Collaborating with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Extensive experience implementing interactive audio using engines like Wwise.
• Comfortable working in complex technical contexts.
• Systematic and determined approach to problem solving.
• Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills with a proactive approach to sharing knowledge.
• Track record of thriving in the dynamic world of game development.

Bonus

• Experience developing open-world games with user generated content and a freely moving camera.
• Experience overriding or customizing parts of the Wwise runtime.
• Experience developing DSP for audio plugins.
• Team leadership experience.

About Frontier

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in Cambridge (UK).

The Frontier portfolio includes critically acclaimed titles such as Elite Dangerous, Planet Coaster, Planet Zoo, Jurassic World Evolution and Jurassic World Evolution 2, plus an exciting roadmap of future releases.

Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we continually evolve how we support our people by providing a healthy work/life balance and wellbeing initiatives.

Note: If you need reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house catering, relocation support, Cycle to Work, and more.
• Regular team and company events; training provided; free drinks, fruit or food; flexible working; free gym or gym subsidy; private medical/dental healthcare; stock options; childcare vouchers.