Senior Software Engineer (Gaming)

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

Job summary

A leading gaming company seeks a senior software engineer to join their innovative team in Manchester. This role involves developing high-quality game software, mentoring junior developers, and contributing to industry-leading gaming titles within a flexible hybrid work environment. Candidates should possess at least 2 years of experience in game development, proficiency in C#, and a degree in a relevant field.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work environment

Regular social activities

Top-tier training and support

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of commercial experience in game development.
• Solid understanding of programming and mathematics.
• Familiarity with C++ is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of delivering game content.
• Develop software following coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews of colleagues' work.

Skills

Proficiency in C#

Game development

Programming

Statistical mathematics

Education

Degree in mathematics or computer science

Tools

UNITY

C++

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

Located in Manchester's vibrant 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.

We also organize regular social activities, including nights out and board game nights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of delivering game content and help improve the software team's overall performance.
• Develop software following coding standards, release procedures, and established processes.
• Follow a self-determined project plan to ensure timely software delivery.
• Participate 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:

• At least 2 years of commercial experience in game development, preferably with expertise in the UNITY game engine.
• Proficiency in C# programming language.
• Familiarity with C++ is advantageous.
• A degree in a relevant field such as mathematics or computer science.
• 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.