Gameplay Programmer (Game Development)

TL;DR

Gameplay Programmer (Game Development): Develop and implement gameplay code for unannounced projects, contributing to the integration of work in line with technical constraints. Focus on writing and testing complex classes, collaborating across disciplines, and ensuring code quality through pre-commit testing and code reviews.

Location: Can be based out of any of our studios in Oxford or Warwick, with hybrid options available. This role is only open to applicants who have the permanent right to work in the UK. We are unable to provide or take over visa sponsorship, either now or in the future. Applicants must therefore be able to demonstrate their ongoing eligibility to work in the UK without the need for employer sponsorship.

Company

hirify.global is an independent developer and publisher of video games, board games, books, and comics, including Judge Dredd.

What you will do

• Develop and implement gameplay code, writing and testing larger classes with complex functionality.
• Collaborate with team members across disciplines, fostering a positive culture.
• Fix non-trivial bugs in a timely manner and address simple performance issues.
• Perform pre-commit testing, anticipating potential problems and ensuring code quality.
• Comment code appropriately and adhere to coding standards.
• Contribute to code reviews and provide feedback on areas of expertise.

Requirements

• Excellent C/C++ programming skills, with sound knowledge of object-oriented development.
• Professional experience working on at least one published console/PC game, with work related to gameplay and general game flow.
• Skilled in multi-threaded code.
• Project scheduling, milestones, and deliverables experience.
• Knowledgeable of video game industry best practices.
• Strong mathematical aptitude.

Nice to have

• An interest in shooters, and/or cooperative experiences.

Culture & Benefits

• 22 days holidays + Christmas closure & Bank holidays (increasing with service at 5 years – one day each year until you reach 31 days).
• Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, including dental and Vision.
• Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover.
• Enhanced Family Leave.
• Interest Free, Tax-Free loans.
• Enhanced Pension Scheme.