TL;DR

Senior Gameplay Programmer (Sci-Fi): Connecting animators with AI developers, fostering a smooth collaboration between animation and AI frameworks for an exciting new Sci-Fi project. Focus on creating dynamic enemy/NPC movement, traversal, and melee combat systems.

Location: Based in Oxford, UK, open to discussing hybrid options based on individual needs.

Company

%hirify_global% is an independent developer and publisher of video games across multiple studios, with its own film studio, board games, books, and comics.

What you will do

Design and implement animation programming for our proprietary engine.
Collaborate with content creators to develop tools and functionalities for animation systems.
Develop and conduct testing for code pertaining to content creation tools.
Troubleshoot and resolve intricate bugs in both known and unfamiliar code frameworks.
Guide and mentor junior team members while providing support to colleagues across various disciplines.

Requirements

Proficient in C/C++ programming languages, possessing a strong understanding of object-oriented development.
Demonstrated professional experience contributing to published console or PC games, specifically in areas related to animation.
Professional experience with animation graphs (Unreal, Unity or proprietary etc.).
Strong enthusiasm for science fiction, shooter games, and/or cooperative gaming experiences.
Must have the permanent right to work in the UK. We are unable to provide or take over visa sponsorship.

Nice to have

Familiarity with artificial intelligence systems would be advantageous.

Culture & Benefits

22 days holidays + Christmas closure & Bank holidays (increasing with service at 5 years).
Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, including dental and Vision.
Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover.
Enhanced Family Leave.
We foster an inclusive culture where you are encouraged to be yourself, to express your creativity and your talent.
We recognise the importance of enjoying what you do and having a healthy work-life balance.