C++ Networking Engineer (AAA Games)

Location: Hybrid in Brighton or Cardiff, UK, with 3 days onsite each week and remote work on the remaining days; remote applications are also considered.

Company

Atomic Theory is a game development studio within Rocket Science Group, delivering AAA game experiences and engineering solutions for studios and publishers.

What you will do

• Design, implement, augment, and optimize robust, scalable, low-latency networking features and systems.
• Develop and maintain multiplayer server architecture, with a focus on listen mode game servers.
• Build networking technology for a proprietary AAA game engine.
• Ensure efficient and reliable network functionality that supports engaging player experiences.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather feedback, provide support, and solve problems.

Requirements

• Proficiency in C++.
• Strong mathematics skills and experience in networking or game development.
• Strong experience with multiplayer network architecture, particularly listen mode game servers.
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining robust, high-performance networking systems in game environments.
• Passion for video games and willingness to learn new technologies and practices.

Nice to have

• Experience with proprietary AAA game engines.
• Experience developing for current-generation consoles such as Xbox Series X/S or PlayStation 5.
• Experience working in larger teams or on large projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Private pension through salary sacrifice.
• Annual leave, bank holidays, and a winter break office closure.
• Annual research credit, biannual reviews, internal tech talks, and cross-disciplinary development opportunities.
• Flexible working environment with a focus on work-life balance and no crunch.
• Six weeks of maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Weekly team lunches, snacks, a team lounge, and access to consoles and games.