This vacancy may offer a work-from-home start until it’s safe to work in-house or relocate to the location.

OPM are excited to be working with one of the UK's most prolific and secure independent game developers, with 3 UK studios now and many fantastic new opportunities on the horizon.

Founded in 2003, this successful developer has had a string of successful titles across all gaming platforms for partners that include Microsoft, SEGA, Sony and many more. They are now looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Lead/Senior UI programmer to join the Sheffield team, who will lead the UI team on a flagship AAA franchise title currently in development at the studio. This is undoubtedly a key hire for this project; and presenting a career defining opportunity to make a real impact on one of the most exciting games currently being made in the UK.

As Lead/Senior UI Programmer you will provide leadership, support and direction to the project UI programming team, working closely with UI artists and designers to implement, modify and debug UI features in both C++ and scripts. You will collaborate with other internal departments (Art, Design, Audio, QA, etc…) and mentor more junior UI programmers. In addition, you will be hands on, profiling and optimising UI performance and troubleshoot UI issues, improve and extend game UI framework as needed and create and extend UI tools as appropriate.

Required Skills and Experience:

•          Extensive professional studio experience as a Senior UI Programmer

•          Strong C++ and low level programming skills

•          Multi-platform experience

•          Worked on a minimum of 3 shipped titles

Benefits:

On offer is a super benefits package including generous holidays, flexitime and excellent employee perks.

Regular studio Game Jams are a highlight – staff spend a full day developing and pitching their own game ideas for possible development.

The environment is relaxed, friendly and built upon the basis of every team member having the opportunity to shine and have input into the games they create. They are a very happy ship with lots of incredibly talented people who enjoy shared interest groups, lunchtime clubs, charity fundraising events and lots of socialising.

Tagged as: Senior/Lead Programmer