Gameplay Programmer
Bulkhead
Located in the heart of the UK, Derby serves as the home for BULKHEAD, a centre for creativity and innovation matched by its occupants here at Cardinal Square. Housing our AAA team, our modern, highly accessible and ever-evolving work space is a hospitable and welcoming environment for all those who join us on our journey. With a body of over 100 talented team members spread across multiple teams and projects, involvement remains a key focal point in our growth and expansion as we go from strength to strength. Adapting with an ever-evolving industry has been a key principal for our young company as we move forward, with each individual as important as the last, a focused and versatile ensemble determined to remain functional in a competitive environment. Check out more here: bulkhead.com
Posted 1 week ago
Only considering candidates who are eligible to work in Derby, UK ⚠️
//DESCRIPTION
As our Junior Gameplay Programmer at BULKHEAD, you will have UE4/UE5 knowledge. You will be working on a AAA project closely with a large-scale team of programmers including Art and Design to bring the world alive. You will be responsible for implementing exciting gameplay features, helping to balance what makes them fun, whilst maintaining a close eye on performance considerations. You will be expected to collaborate with the team of Programmers and alongside production to deliver quality work on time.
The team at BULKHEAD are a tight knit group of developers, who strive to build impressive multiplayer games. Our team members are multi-disciplined developers who strive to push boundaries, question the norm and are always looking for better ways to do things.
If you have the skills and passion we are looking for and want to be part of something special, we want to hear from you!
This is an in-studio role, and this is non-negotiable; however, we can offer bespoke relocation packages.
//RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement new game features and modes.
- Iterate on existing features and mechanics.
- Solve problems encountered along the way.
- Write stable and efficient code.
- Strive for constant self-improvement.
- Be considerate with planning, documentation, and communication.
-Take ownership and act as a driving force for your features.
//REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Degree in Computer Science or other relevant experience.
- Have a grasp of C++, software design, programming and debugging.
- Have a grasp of 3D maths for games.
- A proven ability to craft multiplayer games.
- The persistence needed to overcome challenging hurdles.
- An eagerness to adapt and learn new skills.
- A methodical mind and the ability to think creatively to resolve issues.
- A strong work ethic with a willingness to constantly develop and improve.
- Possess strong problem-solving skills.
- Have clear communication and the ability to articulate systems and ideas effectively.
//DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Experience writing game code with tight performance constraints.
- Experience writing optimized code in Unreal Engine 4/5.
- An understanding of game design.
- Have the ability to drive and contribute to all aspects of a game.
