Senior Programmer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Programmer (C++/Gamedev): Developing complex gameplay features and systems for immersive simulations using the in-house Cobra engine with an accent on system architecture and cross-platform performance. Focus on designing maintainable gameplay systems, optimizing CPU/memory usage, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to refine player experience.

Location: Hybrid (minimum 3 days per week in studio) in Cambridge, UK. Relocation support is provided.

Company

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher renowned for its immersive creative management simulation games.

What you will do

• Architect and develop project-level gameplay features and systems using modern C++.
• Design and implement efficient, maintainable, and well-documented code within a large codebase.
• Collaborate with game designers and QA testers to tune and optimize the player experience.
• Mentor and guide junior programmers, providing feedback on code and development approaches.
• Create and maintain project-wide technical documentation for complex workflows and systems.
• Participate in and lead project reviews and technical meetings.

Requirements

• Proven track record of developing complex gameplay features in released titles.
• Excellent problem-solving and programming skills using modern C++.
• Proficiency in profiling and optimization for CPU performance and memory usage.
• Experience collaborating across disciplines with designers and content creators.
• Must be based in or able to relocate to Cambridge, UK to meet the minimum 3-day in-studio requirement.

Nice to have

• Experience working with proprietary game engines.
• Experience leading teams for the development of core systems or game features.
• Working knowledge of Entity Component Systems (ECS).
• Cross-platform development experience on consoles (Xbox, PlayStation, etc.).

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with success-based annual bonus and share option schemes.
• Private family healthcare, life assurance, and enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Flexitime working hours to support a healthy work/life balance.
• In-house subsidized catering and Cycle to Work scheme with free bike servicing.
• Comprehensive relocation support package for candidates moving to the UK.