Senior Software Engineer (Gaming)

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK game development company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their innovative team. In this role, you'll collaborate with graphic artists and game designers, delivering high-quality gaming software for multiple markets. The position offers a hybrid work environment and focuses on coding standards, mentorship, and overall team performance.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work environment

Regular social activities

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of commercial experience in game development, preferably in UNITY.
• Proficient in C# with familiarity in C++ considered advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver game content and enhance the software team's performance.
• Develop software following coding standards and project plans.
• Mentor junior software engineers.

Skills

Programming

Mathematics

C#

UNITY game engine

C++

Statistical mathematics

Education

Degree in Mathematics or Computer Science

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04.06.2025

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Position Summary

Join our innovative software team, collaborating with graphic artists and game designers to craft cutting-edge video game software for both the UK and international gaming markets.

This senior software engineer position is perfect for a seasoned professional with a strong background in industries like video games. Your role will involve creating high-quality and efficient code, contributing significantly to the development of industry-leading gaming titles.

Located in the vibrant heart of Manchester's Spinningfields district, we offer a flexible hybrid work environment. Our team of over sixty highly skilled content developers is dedicated to designing and producing game content for markets worldwide.

But it's not all work; we also organize regular social activities, including nights out and board game nights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of delivering game content and play a key role in enhancing the software team's overall performance.
• Develop software while adhering to coding standards, release procedures, and established processes.
• Follow a self-determined project plan to ensure timely software delivery.
• Actively participate in code reviews of your colleagues' work.
• Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced software engineers.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess a solid understanding of programming and mathematics. Additionally:

• Minimum of 2 years of commercial experience in game development, with a preference for expertise in the UNITY game engine.
• Proficiency in the C# programming language.
• Familiarity with the C++ programming language is advantageous.
• A strong educational background, equivalent to at least a degree in a relevant field such as mathematics or computer science.
• Desirable knowledge of statistical mathematics.

Light and Wonder is home to over 550 professionals across three UK offices and is backed by its global gaming parent company, LnW, listed on Nasdaq, which employs over 10,000 individuals in more than 50 countries across six continents. We offer top-tier training, support, and outstanding career development opportunities, along with a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.