Senior Software Engineer (Gaming)

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the gaming sector as a Senior Software Engineer, where you will collaborate with creative teams to deliver cutting-edge video game software. This role offers the chance to work in a hybrid environment, driving the development of industry-leading titles while mentoring upcoming talent in the field. With competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, it's an opportunity to advance your career within a dynamic sector.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work environment

Regular social activities

Outstanding career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of commercial experience in game development.
• Proficiency in C# required, with experience in UNITY preferred.
• Familiarity with C++ beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of delivering game content and enhancing team performance.
• Develop software adhering to coding standards and timelines.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Skills

C#

Unity

C++

Programming

Mathematics

Statistical Mathematics

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Mathematics

Job description

Job Description

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 .
• Familiarity with the C++ programming 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.