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Senior Multiplayer Programmer (Action Shooter)
2 years ago
A visionary game development studio founded in 2012, Firesprite builds innovative showcase titles for PlayStation platforms as part of the PlayStation Studios family.
Would you enjoy the freedom to create AAA games working from anywhere in the UK, including our Liverpool studio?
We are looking for a Senior Multiplayer Programmer to join the team on a ground-breaking next generation PvP shooter project with a Games as a Service focus. This is a AAA quality original IP, looking to bring unique mechanics and a visual style to the genre. You will be joining in the early stages of a multi-year development, playing a key role in helping shape an incredible new game experience.Key Responsibilities
- Architect reliable and robust client/server game systems
- Educate, mentor and train gameplay programmers to use networking system features optimally
Requirements
- Understanding of how to build systems that are tolerant to latency and packet-loss
- Understanding of common networking techniques, such a client-side prediction
- Optimising network traffic and game server performance
- Strong knowledge of, and experience of programming in C++
Additional or Desired Skills:
- Understanding of networking protocols such as UDP/TCP
- Unreal Engine experience, or willingness to learn
- Experience with Console development and/or mobile
Benefits
- Private Healthcare Plan
- Bonus Scheme
- Enhanced Holiday Allowance
- Pension Plans
- Work remotely within the UK
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme - Counselling
Firesprite is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable applicants regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
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