Senior Engine Programmer

Skillsearch; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio in the UK is seeking a Senior Engine Programmer to work on their proprietary engine and develop data pipelines for game-ready content. The role offers a hybrid work model and requires strong C++ skills and a passion for systems engineering. Ideal candidates should have a mid-senior level of experience and a genuine enthusiasm for video games.

Qualifications

• Proven engineering experience in engine and data pipeline development.
• Strong C++ and software architecture skills.
• Passion for systems engineering and eagerness to learn.
• Genuine enthusiasm for video games.

Responsibilities

• Work on the studio’s proprietary engine and develop data pipelines.
• Contribute to systems architecture design and implementation.
• Collaborate with designers to create innovative solutions.

Skills

C++

Software architecture

Systems engineering

Data pipeline development

Job description

Overview

Senior Engine Programmer – AAA Games Studio – Hybrid, UK Games Hub

Skillsearch is partnering with a leading AAA game developer to find a talented Senior Engine Programmer to join their team. This role will work on a custom, proprietary engine and contribute to the development of data pipelines powering the studio’s award-winning titles.

The role involves collaborating closely with the systems engineering team to process and optimise large volumes of data for efficient runtime performance, helping to ensure a seamless experience for players and content creators. The studio is looking for someone with strong technical skills, a passion for systems engineering, and a drive to stay ahead of the curve in technology and game development.

This role is based at the studio’s state-of-the-art facilities in one of the UK’s thriving games development hubs with a hybrid model requiring a minimum of three days per week on site. Relocation support is available for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Work on the studio’s proprietary engine and develop the data pipelines that convert raw asset data into game-ready content.
• Contribute to systems architecture design and implementation.
• Collaborate with designers to create innovative solutions that help deliver the studio’s creative vision.

What we’re looking for

• Proven engineering experience, ideally in engine and data pipeline development.
• Strong C++ and software architecture skills.
• Passion for systems engineering and an eagerness to keep learning.
• A genuine enthusiasm for video games.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Computer Games