Lead Game Developer Position

1 week ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Light & Wonder Full time

Senior Software Engineer

We are looking for an exceptional software engineer to join our team at Light & Wonder, where we design and produce game content for markets worldwide.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop high-quality and efficient code, contributing significantly to the development of industry-leading gaming titles. As a senior software engineer, you will take ownership of delivering game content and play a key role in enhancing the software team's overall performance.

Located in Manchester's vibrant Spinningfields district, we offer a flexible hybrid work environment and top-tier training, support, and outstanding career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Taking ownership of delivering game content and playing a key role in enhancing the software team's overall performance.
  • Developing software while adhering to coding standards, release procedures, and established processes.
  • FOLLOWING A SELF-DETERMINED PROJECT PLAN TO ENSURE TIMELY SOFTWARE DELIVERY.
  • Actively participating in code reviews of your colleagues' work.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced software engineers.

Benefits:

  • An estimated salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • Top-tier training, support, and outstanding career development opportunities.
  • A flexible hybrid work environment.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 2 years of commercial experience in game development, with a preference for expertise in the UNITY game engine.
  • Proficiency in the C# programming language.
  • Familiarity with the C++ programming language is advantageous.
  • A strong educational background, equivalent to at least a degree in a relevant field such as mathematics or computer science.
  • Desirable knowledge of statistical mathematics.

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