Senior Programmer – Games Developer/Publisher – Manchester

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

OPM are collaborating with one of the longest running games studios in the UK.

They work on award winning indie games, in a friendly, inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry, and get to work and collaborate with developers from around the globe!

The studio is in the amazing position of building strong dynamic teams across the business right now the biggest period of growth they have seen to date.

Known for developing and publishing a wide range of games at the highest quality.

Working at this studio, you will get to work as part of the programming team on any number of challenging projects. They are looking for individuals who can work well with other disciplines and understand the benefit of close collaboration, production of quality systems and code runs along side this to ensure that game features are delivered to agreed schedules and quality.

Being involved with the programming team means you will also benefit from highly experienced staff who are there to help train and mentor you to ensure you are improving your own skills and looking to further yourself within the team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning, writing, debugging code for project features to ensure they are delivered to the desired quality

Assessing project bug database for issues and being proactive to address them where necessary.

Work with other disciplines to understand their requirements and work proactively with them to ensure any limitations are clearly communicated and understood.

Assessing task/timings to assist in schedule production

Carry out assigned tasks within the time scheduled for them and reporting progress to your Lead Programmer and/or Producer

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Commercial studio experience

Games Development experience or a demonstrable passion for Games Development

Experience developing games with Unity, Unreal Engine or a custom engine

Experience with one of the following languages: C/C++ or C#

Good written and verbal communication skills to ensure clarity and accuracy of communication.

A passion to learn and further your own skill set

Knowledge of developing games on a console platforms – Xbox One, PS4, Switch

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