Technical Sound Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Technical Sound Designer (Gamedev): Implementing and maintaining technical audio systems for AAA game projects with an accent on Wwise integration, Blueprint scripting, and performance optimization. Focus on bridging the gap between game design and code to deliver robust, production-quality audio features.

Location: Must be based in the UK (Nottingham studio). Relocation support available.

Company

A Nottingham-based game development studio known for creating high-profile titles like Dead Island 2, committed to a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.

What you will do

• Implement and maintain technical audio setups across the game.
• Act as a bridge between game design and engineering teams.
• Design and deliver audio features, systems, and tools independently.
• Write robust, maintainable, and efficient Blueprint code.
• Identify root causes of technical issues and propose viable solutions.
• Collaborate across disciplines to ensure audio solutions meet production needs.

Requirements

• Must be based in the UK or willing to relocate to Nottingham.
• Strong proficiency in audio scripting (e.g., Blueprint) and audio middleware (e.g., Wwise).
• Experience with industry-standard DAWs such as Reaper or Pro Tools.
• Ability to apply software design principles and debugging techniques.
• Experience owning features from implementation through to delivery.
• Strong communication skills for effective cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours with core hours from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm.
• Private Medical Insurance including dental and optical cover.
• Holiday allowance increasing with service up to 30 days plus public holidays.
• Company pension scheme and life assurance.
• Relocation support to Nottingham.
• Access to studio-funded learning and development opportunities.