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 senior programmer to join the Newcastle team.

As Senior Gameplay Programmer for the newest studio in Newcastle, you will work with designers to implement, iterate and polish gameplay features, help the designers to understand the engineering implications of their designs, whilst creating and extending core gameplay systems. You will also assist project managers with estimation and task scheduling.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Extensive professional studio experience as a Senior Programmer
• Strong C++ and low level programming skills
• Multi-platform experience
• Worked on a minimum of 2 AAA shipped titles
• Strong Gameplay experience

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.

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