Senior Software Engineer (Gaming)

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

Job summary

A leading gaming company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their innovative team in Manchester. The role involves crafting high-quality video game software, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring timely delivery of projects. With a flexible hybrid work environment and great career development opportunities, this position offers a chance to contribute to industry-leading gaming titles within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work environment

Social activities including nights out and board game nights

Excellent training and career development

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of commercial experience in game development, preferably with UNITY.
• Proficient in C#.
• Knowledge of statistical mathematics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver game content and enhance software team's performance.
• Develop software adhering to coding standards and release procedures.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor less experienced engineers.

Skills

Programming

Mathematics

C#

C++

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field

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 involves creating high-quality, efficient code and contributing significantly to the development of industry-leading gaming titles.

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

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of delivering game content and enhance the software team's performance.
• Develop software adhering to coding standards, release procedures, and processes.
• Follow project plans to ensure timely delivery.
• Participate in code reviews.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of programming and mathematics, with:

• At least 2 years of commercial experience in game development, preferably with UNITY.
• Proficiency in C#.
• Knowledge of C++ is a plus.
• A degree in mathematics, computer science, or a related field.
• Knowledge of statistical mathematics is desirable.

Light and Wonder is a global gaming company with over 550 professionals in the UK and more than 10,000 employees worldwide. We offer excellent training, career development, competitive salaries, and benefits.