Senior Software Engineer (Gaming)

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the gaming industry seeks a Senior Software Engineer in Bournemouth. The role involves creating innovative video game software, mentoring less experienced engineers, and adhering to development standards. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and offers a flexible work environment with competitive salaries and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Regular social activities

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years commercial experience in game development.
• Strong understanding of programming and mathematics.
• Knowledge of statistical mathematics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver game content enhancing software team performance.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers.
• Follow project plans for timely software delivery.

Skills

C#

Game Development

Mathematics

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

UNITY

C++

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Bournemouth, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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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 ideal 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 Bournemouth, 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.

We organize regular social activities, including nights out and game nights, to foster team spirit.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Qualifications

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

• Minimum of 2 years of commercial experience in game development, preferably with expertise in the UNITY game engine.
• Proficiency in C# programming language.
• Knowledge of C++ is advantageous.
• A strong educational background, at least a degree in mathematics, computer science, or a related field.
• Knowledge of statistical mathematics is a plus.

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