Senior Network Programmer

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking game development studio as a Senior Network Programmer, where you'll play a pivotal role in designing and maintaining the complex network systems that underpin a groundbreaking multiplayer AAA project. Collaborate with talented teams, mentor fellow programmers, and contribute to innovative gameplay features that engage players worldwide. With a commitment to employee well-being, this company offers unique benefits, including unlimited coaching and stock options, ensuring that you not only thrive professionally but also personally. If you're passionate about gaming and ready to make a significant impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Unlimited coaching & therapy

Stock options

Pension scheme

Social events and play sessions

25 annual leave days

Private Medical Insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Cycle2Work scheme

Electric car charging

Qualifications

• Experience as a Network Programmer in the game industry.
• Strong skills in C++ programming and debugging.
• Good understanding of algorithms and data structures.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain complex network systems for multiplayer AAA games.
• Debug network-related issues and optimize network traffic.
• Mentor team members and support their professional growth.

Skills

C++ Programming

Debugging Skills

Algorithms and Data Structures

Lag Compensation Techniques

Network Programming

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Job Title: Senior Network Programmer

As a Senior Network Programmer, you will be part of a critical team focusing on our custom networking architecture that serves as the backbone of our multiplayer AAA project. Your responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining complex network systems that support user-generated content and innovative gameplay features. You are a team player, collaborate effectively with multiple departments, and mentor other team members.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design, implement, and maintain complex network systems supporting multiplayer AAA games.
2. Debug and resolve network-related issues.
3. Profile and optimize network traffic between game clients, servers, and online services.
4. Collaborate with other teams to create safe multiplayer systems.
5. Identify and report new problems, delays, and risks to the Lead/Director.
6. Mentor team members and support their professional growth.

Requirements

• Experience as a Network Programmer in the game industry.
• Strong C++ programming and debugging skills.
• Experience profiling and optimizing code.
• Good understanding of algorithms and data structures, including complexity analysis.
• Knowledge of lag compensation techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Shipped at least one multi-platform game on PC and current-gen consoles.

Benefits

• Unlimited coaching & therapy with Oliva to support your mental health.
• Stock options — everyone owns a piece of our success.
• Pension scheme — up to 5% employer contribution.
• Social events, play sessions, and company parties.

Additional Perks for UK-based Employees

• 25 annual leave days + 3 bank holidays.
• Private Medical Insurance with AXA.
• Healthcare Cash Plan (Level 3) with Medicash.
• Cycle2Work scheme.
• Electric car charging at our Edinburgh office.

Build A Rocket Boy is an independent game developer headquartered in Edinburgh, with operations worldwide. Led by Leslie Benzies, our team includes industry-leading talents working on innovative entertainment experiences, including our first project, EVERYWHERE — a multi-world game that blurs the line between reality and digital.