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Engineering Manager

d3t Ltd, a Growing Gaming Software Specialist, have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious Engineering Manager to join their growing team based in Runcorn, Cheshire. We offer work for-hire software development services to the games industry. As a successful and growing business, we are always interested in recruiting talented individuals. We offer an amazingly professional, fun and supportive working environment. Our studio has an anti-crunch mentality and mentoring ethos bringing out the best in our team. We are proud to be winners of 'Best Places to Work' multiple times including 2021 as awarded by gamesindustry.biz

The Engineering Manager directs, plans, and coordinates activities, as well as spends time supervising employees within the Engineering Department. They are responsible for developing the Engineering Department and its employees and/or solving personnel problems whether that be through HR or Line Management. They are to work with the Head of Engineering covering, for example, all aspects of employee recruitment and retention plus appraisals and performance.

Their responsibilities will also include working with the existing line managers within programming and other d3t departments when necessary offering advice, assistance and support.

The Engineering Manager will report directly to the Head of Engineering.

Requirements

Person Specification

• Basic knowledge of a programming language. ( e.g. C++, C#, Python, etc.)

• A problem-solving and adaptable attitude.

• Great team spirit.

Essential Skills

• Experience in the organisation of large teams.

• Good organisational skills.

• Good communication (both verbal and written)

• Experience in Line Management and/or Production.

• A confident and positive attitude with the ability to inspire and lead a team of Engineers.

• Knowledge of JIRA or other Product Management Software.

• Prior experience working within the games industry.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of Version Control Software, especially Perforce.

• Work experience as a Programmer or similar software engineering role.

Benefits

Benefits & Perks – just some of the many offered by d3t:

• 22 days holiday (+ 3 extra at Christmas + bank holidays)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Private Medical Insurance Scheme & Eye Care Scheme
• Anti-crunch ethos - an amazingly professional, fun and supportive working environment!
• Income Protection
• Employee Share Scheme
• Annual Bonus – be rewarded for great teamwork!
• Free Parking
• Monthly Fitness Sessions
• Complimentary Refreshments – an extensive range to suit all dietary preferences.
• Company Socials, Project Launch/Wrap Parties + Annual d3t Events
• Breakout Areas – filled with perks such as games, snacks etc.
• Assistance and support with re-location to the area

Please note interviews will be held by video call. We have the majority of the d3t team working remotely from home still and once it is safe and appropriate to do so, we will be returning to the studio. This position will be studio based in Runcorn, Cheshire.