Principal Programmer

As a principal programmer at Wushu Studios you'll assist in leading and shaping our development pipeline as well as drive technical direction in collaboration with our cross-function teams. You'll influence on key decisions and contribute to long-term vision of our project, empowering our teams and delivering exceptional gaming experiences.

Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of projects and tasks in various engines and languages.
• Write high quality and reliable code on a timely basis.
• Oversee and mentor junior and senior engineers on the team.
• Be hands-on with code, implementing features and attending to bug fixes as needed.
• Work with Lead Programmers and Producers to plan your tasks as well as those of your team.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver testable builds in regular fashion.
• Be proactive in tackling technical issues.
• Use your expertise to advise and help ensure that the technical architecture for the project is clean and clear.

Requirements

• Proven experience in programming.
• Advanced knowledge of C++.
• Proficiency in PC and/or console programming.
• Proven proficiency in a modern programming language.
• Experience working with other languages such like Java and/or scripting languages like Lua or Python.
• Excellent debugging and optimisation skills.
• High level of knowledge in at least one area of video game programming.
• Experience in Unreal Engine or a custom game engine.
• Ability to architect complex video game systems and guide development of them by other programmers.
• Track record of working in conjunction with multi-disciplinary teams throughout the video game development process.
• Experience leading a team is a plus.

Desirables

Benefits

• Generous time off with 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Christmas shutdown, x4 Half-day Fridays (during the summer months), and a day off on your birthday
• Ongoing training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance
• Weekly Yoga Class
• Anti-Crunch ethos
• Referral Bonus Scheme
• Social Events/Project Launch Wrap Parties
• Charity Events
• Branded merchandise