Game Development Jobs in England

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Senior Director of Content UK/EU

London, United Kingdom
Light & Wonder
channels with unmatched technology and distribution. Guided by a culture that values daring teamwork and creativity, Light & Wonder builds new worlds of play, developing game experiences loved by players around the globe. We create our own award-winning games and also partner with premium licensees such as Hasbro, Warner … UK/EU content roadmap. The Senior Content Director will have full accountability for the roadmap, its content as well as the team of game producers and studio capabilities. They will work closely with the Operations Lead for the UK/EU market who will be responsible for day … to day game production.With the support of the Game Producers, Content Program Manager and others the SCD has ultimate sign off game roadmaps. With a broad knowledge of themes, mechanics, math models and market trends the SCD will also contribute to and continuously feed into game more »
Salary: £ 70 K
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Backend Engineer

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Ronald James Group
excellence in everything they do.This role is hybrid role based in London & provide some really great benefits!Some of the responsibilities: Collaborate with the game development team to design and implement robust and scalable server-side solutions for a global player base. Develop and maintain RESTful APIs … CD environments. Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform. Experience with database design, implementation, and management for global deployments. A passion for game development and experience working with game engines such as Unity. Previous experience working with game APIs would be beneficial but more »
Salary: £ 70 K
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Senior Producer (Relocate to Melbourne, Australia)

England, United Kingdom
PlaySide Studios
much pride in each and every project we create. PlaySide is a place of endless opportunity, where we focus on keeping the fun in game development. We offer an amazingly professional, playful and supportive working environment. If you thrive on challenges and want to work on a diverse range … budget and to the agreed quality standards with minimal oversight. You are responsible for establishing healthy trusting relationships amongst all stakeholders and the development team. Proactively identify opportunities for team member growth and development - working with their discipline leads on how you can help them grow … directly manage Assistant, Associate & Mid-level producers and are responsible for ensuring team feedback is a priority and a core component of the development process (eg. retrospectives. 1:1’s, surveys) Proactively identify opportunities for team member growth and development. Risk Management - you should see risks coming before more »
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Audio Designer

Guildford, England, United Kingdom
Electronic Arts
together to inspire, support, and educate one another. What an Audio Designer does at Criterion: Criterion considers audio to be fundamental to a great game and invests in it accordingly. Members of our team take an active role in developing exciting and immersive experiences. Working closely with other audio … designers and the development team, an Audio Designer creates original content throughout the course of development for an audio experience that is cutting edge in design, rich in aesthetic, and tightly focused on gameplay. We are strongly committed to building a vibrant, diverse team where each … with audio plug in software such as Waves, FabFilter, iZotope, Soundtoys, etc. Proficiency in authoring 5.1 Surround sound mixes. Experience or knowledge of audio game development tools, such as Wwise, FMOD, or other proprietary Editors. Strong technical proficiency. Knowledge or experience with any visual scripting program is more »
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Data Engineer

Reading, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Clinch
will design and build solutions to objectively measure the progress and status of various key quality metrics as our gaming products mature during development and their integrity once released to production. The candidate will work both collaboratively and alone to understand available data sources & models, define and construct … principles, and build reporting/insights to communicate status and observations to consumers. As a team we work end-to-end with our customer game development studios and quality teams to define the questions we seek to answer via data, identify appropriate methods to accurately & reliably measure … quality, but is focused on the following core areas: Product Health : Measuring the functional quality of our gaming products against key targets Software Development Lifecycle: Measuring our own and partner team's activity during development and the artifacts that contribute towards release confidence Customer Value : Understanding more »
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Game Art Teacher

Manchester Area, United Kingdom
The Manchester College
As a Game Art Teacher you will plan, lead, and develop an exciting curriculum for your subject area, ensuring that it’s engaging and challenging while meeting budget, quality, and operational targets. You will deliver a high quality, learner-focused education and will be expected to use specialist game … secure and friendly environment to ensure students succeed within their curriculum framework, prescribed by UAL. Key Responsibilities: Plan and deliver high-quality lessons in Game Art and Development, covering topics such as game design principles Instructing students in the use of industry-standard game development … internal and external verification processes Evaluate student performance and maintain accurate records of progress Stay updated with the latest advancements and trends in the game development industry To be successful in this role, you will need: Certificate of education or PGCE Current and valid industry specialism Assessor more »
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Senior Technical Artist

London Area, United Kingdom
DiverseJobsMatter
each discipline and problem solve between departments. Senior Technical Artist is a multifaceted role responsible for bridging artistic vision and technical expertise in a game development environment. They comprehend the functional impact of artistic development across the business, possesses cross-team knowledge, and communicate effectively … also maintains regular contact with the Lead Environment Artist, Principal Animator and Senior Character Artist. Key Responsibilities Understand the functional impact of artistic development in other areas of the business; identify potential bottlenecks and blockers to artistic progress at an early stage and communicate clear ideas and concepts … Assist with the maintenance of texture, shader, and material libraries Identify and troubleshoot technical issues in the Art pipeline Design and create high-quality game assets while adhering to/implementing technical standards Collaborate with the wider Art & Animation team to provide assets compatible with Animation/Match Team more »
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Java Developer - GAMING

City Of London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
TalentWave
design technical solutions to improve the gaming experience through delivering high quality and well-structured code You will be part of full lifecycle development, engineering multiple projects in an environment driven by ownership and delivery. The company is a leader in its field and experiencing an exciting hypergrowth … games fun! Required Knowledge: Demonstrable experience developing Java 11 applications Experience of programming within the Gaming/Slots & Casino sector (highly advantageous) Familiarity with game development frameworks and mocking Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration tools. Good understanding of software development more »
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Technical Artist (Mobile Game)

England, United Kingdom
Fashion League | Finfin Play
Finfin Play Play is launching Fashion League, a new and exciting fashion game experience where individuals from all backgrounds can connect, express themselves creatively, and find inspiration. We aim to provide a space for players to confidently showcase their uniqueness and get a sense of belonging with Fashion League … to develop the first-of-its-kind fashion mobile game. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that the visual elements of the game meet both aesthetic and technical requirements and create captivating and immersive experiences. Responsibilities: Art Pipeline and Tools Development: work your magic alongside … systems, dynamic lighting, and other visual elements that enhance the overall look and feel of the game. Performance Optimisation: collaborate with programmers to optimise game performance without compromising visual enchantment. Analyse and optimise art-related aspects to ensure the game runs smoothly on various platforms and devices. Artistic more »
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Expert VFX Artist (Web3 Games)

Brighton, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Super Glitch Games
and self-motivated to create high-quality dynamic VFX that communicates critical information to the player with a visual flare that aligns with the game’s aesthetic. Full-time On-site preferred; remote work possible. Competitive salary including bonus and incentive schemes. Requirements 5+ Years in VFX & Unreal Engine. … driven by physics and cosmetic variables. Create VFX tooling and templates. Ensure VFX are optimized and performant. Identify opportunities where VFX can enhance the game’s quality. Work closely with neighboring disciplines to ensure VFX works harmoniously with other content. Benefits Competitive salary. Flexible working hours. Milestone bonuses. Share … incentive plan. And more… About Us Super Glitch Games is an intimate team of industry experts scaling our game development studio to 15-20 like-minded, passionate, and ambitious creatives. Our games are genre and platform-agnostic. We are currently working on a mobile-first web3 racing more »
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Data Analyst

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
InGame Recruitment Ltd
focused work environment that puts community and innovation at its heart. Role Overview: As a Games Analyst, dive deep into data analysis to influence game design and marketing strategies. Work collaboratively with teams to forecast game performance and optimize player engagement. Key Responsibilities: Provide actionable insights through rigorous … data analysis to guide game development. Assess the impact of new features, conduct A/B tests, and support CRM strategies. Analyse player behaviour metrics such as churn, conversion rates, and LTV. Collaborate with marketing to refine campaigns and enhance user re-engagement. Qualifications: Proven background in analytics or … Located in the vibrant heart of London with global satellite offices. Dynamic, creative environment with a focus on innovation and growth. Regular social events, game launches, and community-building activities. If you are interested in this role please reach out to dan@ingamerecruitment.com with a resume. more »
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Senior Game Designer (F2P Online Multiplayer)

Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom
Freejam
Freejam is looking for an experienced Senior Game Designer to join the team working on the Robocraft Franchise. The successful candidate will possess a strong background in F2P gameplay, systems and content design, coupled with an ability to create fun and rewarding user-focussed experiences. Most importantly, the successful … and a deep knowledge of a broad range of genres across a variety of platforms. Responsibilities: Collaborate with project leadership to deliver top-tier game features that align with the game's vision Contribute to the development of tools and systems essential for delivering game features at the highest possible quality Prototype game features in the early stages of development to identify and enhance enjoyment Advocate for quality standards in-game features throughout the wider team Conduct comprehensive research across various media streams to enhance the achievement of our project more »
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Lead Artist (permanent, in-studio, south-coast, UK)

Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom
Freejam
Freejam (https://freejamgames.com/), developers of the online multiplayer game Robocraft (http://robocraftgame.com), is now looking for a Lead Artist to join our growing team to build the long-awaited sequel Robocraft 2 (https://www.robocraft2.com/). Robocraft 2 is developed using cutting … Portsmouth, UK. Applicants should be eligible to work in the UK. Responsibilities Take ownership of the art style across the whole product from in-game content to promotional and marketing material to ensure a cohesive and attractive art style Identify the team requirements of the art team, interview, hire … effectively Bonus Points Experienced and comfortable setting up and running outsourcing Benefits Freejam is a fully indie team, we shape our destiny. We decide game features, what platforms we release on, what dates we release on, how we promote and market our games, what business models we choose to more »
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Senior Director - Game Design

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Eames Consulting Group
SENIOR DIRECTOR - Game DesignUK OR EU BasedSalary is negotiable, dependant on locationBring our games to life by creating exciting new concepts that drive slot gameplay. Lead a team of exceptionally talented Creators to provide the best gaming experience for the slot player.This is a fantastic opportunity for any Creative … skills, and industry expertise, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the gaming experience for our players.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and mentor a team of game designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.Organize and direct brainstorming sessions to generate creative game concepts and themes that align with market … trends and player preferences.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including artists, developers, and marketing, to refine and develop game concepts.Ensure that game designs align with regulatory requirements and industry standards.Work with the Business Intelligence Analysts and Market Experts to refine and improve designs to create market leading games.Provide guidance more »
Salary: £ 70 K
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Engine Programmer

London Area, United Kingdom
PowerUp Talent
systems and powerful tools. You will help define and implement new features while supporting existing tools and pipelines. If you have a passion for game development, strong C skills, love challenges, and want to work on the biggest MMO games, we want you to be part of … and designers to develop new features, debug content setup, and more. Work with other engineers, including cross-team, in a collaborative fashion. Work with game team QA on developing test plans for new releases Work on game client, game server, in-game editors, and content pipeline … systems including animation, audio, graphics, movement, physics, and visual fx. Own OS support for PlayStation, Xbox, and Windows. Own release branch merge approval & getting game client/server fixes pushed to live. Requirements: Highly proficient in C programming and debugging. Experience with Windows game development. Experience with Console more »
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Project Manager

Hinckley, England, United Kingdom
Holovis
Communicating difficult or sensitive information tactfully to colleagues and clients. Technical Understanding: Understand themed entertainment, location based entertainment, mobile app development, and game development Maintaining an awareness of new and emerging software and technologies and the potential application on client engagements Experience working with project more »
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Junior Software Engineer Intern

London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
DiverseJobsMatter
JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Junior Software Engineer Intern FTC or Permanent: FTC Position Overview Get ready to kick-off your games development career at our company. We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Software Engineer Intern to join our development team and work on the code … at our company, you will work closely with our award-winning development team where you will gain knowledge and experience of games development practices and software engineering to create experiences played by millions. This role will commence in May/June 2024. This duration of the … with source code. Key Responsibilities Iterate on existing features and mechanics. Work with Senior developers and gain in-depth knowledge of software and games development best practices. Help analyse/profile existing projects and improve upon them. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Currently pursuing a bachelors or masters level more »
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UI Artist

England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Amiqus - Games Recruitment Specialists
Amiqus are currently working with an award winning, UK based games development studio to help them find a UI Artist to join their team. They are keen to bring in an ambitious artist who wants to develop their career within the team. As a UI Artist, you will … be working closely with the development team to create in-game UI/UX, and ensure that branding is consistent wherever it’s presented. Requirements: passion for games. working with the Unity Engine. with Adobe Suite. of wire-framing software (i.e., Figma or Adobe XD). design more »
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Senior JavaScript Developer Pixi.JS (Hybrid)

Mickleover, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
CV Bay Ltd
Overview: Join our dynamic team as a Senior JavaScript Developer in our Hybrid Game Development department. You'll be pivotal in blending technical prowess and teamwork to deliver high-quality virtual i-gaming games. Your role involves coding, project planning, mentoring, and ensuring project success. Responsibilities: Lead … experience in a similar role. Strong planning and prioritization abilities. Excellent communication skills. Proficiency in HTML5, JavaScript (including ES6+ features), JSON, Node.js. Experience with game engines like Pixi.js or Phaser. Familiarity with source control (preferably Git) and unit testing in JavaScript. Beneficial Experience: Previous work in the iGaming industry. … Knowledge of video encoding and live streaming technologies. Familiarity with other development languages. Experience with automated testing and Agile methodologies. Relevant qualifications. Salary & Benefits: Annual salary: £50,000 to £55,000. Training portal for Business account for continuous learning. Employee discounts for various attractions, shopping, and holidays. Minimum more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £50000 - £55000/annum
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Lead JavaScript Developer with Pixi.JS

Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
CV Bay Ltd
Overview: Join our team as the Lead JavaScript Developer in our Interactive Game Development department. You will lead a small team, shaping the technical aspects of our software development projects. We are looking for a natural leader who can inspire innovation and ensure the delivery … of high-quality games. Responsibilities: Technical Leadership: Guide the development team with technical expertise. Architectural Support: Contribute to game design and architecture. Coding and Development: Lead by example in coding tasks. Code Review: Maintain high-quality code through regular reviews. Adherence to Standards: Ensure coding … Collaborate with QA teams for comprehensive testing. Required Skills and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. Minimum 3 years of game development experience. Proficiency in JavaScript and Pixi.JS. Prior leadership or senior developer experience. Strong knowledge of game development principles. more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £58000 - £60000/annum
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Technical Director

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Langham Recruitment
Online Services Technical Director | AAA Games | Up to £120k | Co-Development Studio | Fully Remote Our client, a AAA co-development studio, is looking to hire an Online Services Technical Director for a newly created role within the company. In your capacity as Online Services Technical Director … data and guarantee regulatory compliance, establish and implement security methods and compliance requirements. Work directly with the teams responsible for product management, QA, and game development to offer exceptional multiplayer features and smoothly integrate online services into gaming experiences. Oversee vendor and technology partner relationships, making use … as Python, C++, Go, or C#. Thorough understanding of backend architectures for K8S, AWS, Azure, and/or GCP Knowledge of one or more game engines (Unreal, Unity, proprietary, Godot). Track record of success in managing technical teams and producing outcomes in a hurried, team-oriented setting. Working more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £100000 - £120000/annum Up to £120k | Fully Remote | AAA G
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Senior Technical Director

London, United Kingdom
Tencent
Responsibilities:【About Level Infinite】Level Infinite is a global game publisher offering a comprehensive network of bespoke services for games, development teams and studios around the world.We are dedicated to delivering engaging and original gaming experiences to a worldwide audience, whenever and wherever they choose to play … visit levelinfinite.com, and follow on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.Level Infinite is seeking a Senior Director with a strong background in Unreal Engine and game development experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in development relationship management with multiple game studios.Responsibilities:- Lead teams with … capability of technical resolutions to support Level Infinite's game studios on game development, such as engine development, development tools, game services etc.- Drive the innovation of game development technologies and provide technical leadership and mentorship to the more »
Salary: £ 70 K
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Principal Systems Programmer 15701

London, United Kingdom
SRGEurope
mentalityWhat You Will Need to Succeed in This Role• Proficient in C++ with significant professional experience• Solid grasp of 3D math principles relevant to game development• Leadership capabilities to guide a low-level systems development team• Hands-on experience in developing low-level engine features … from concept to completion• Professional Unreal Engine 4 development experience on PC and/or consoles• Familiarity with all stages of game development, from feature design to bug fixing• Collaborative experience with design teams to gather requirements and design engine systemsKeywords: Principal Systems Programmer| On … UKContract type PermanentConsultant name Prabjot Rathore Job reference 15701Key requirements:Proficient in C++ with significant professional experienceSolid grasp of 3D math principles relevant to game developmentLeadership capabilities to guide a low-level systems development teamHands-on experience in developing low-level engine features from concept to completionProfessional more »
Salary: £ 70 K
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Senior Unreal Engineer (Web3 Games)

Brighton, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Super Glitch Games
Position & Context You will be responsible for game features and tooling implementation at Super Glitch Games. You must be ambitious in your career, passionate about games, and self-motivated to create and maintain game features and tooling to the game’s needs. Full-time On-site preferred … developing online live-service features. Overlapping knowledge of complementary disciplines such as tooling, back-end and smart contracts. Proven track record of creating core game features. Responsibilities Own all Game Tooling and Feature Development at Super Glitch Games. Write clean, maintainable, performant and readable code. Develop … game data driven features and tooling. Work with Designers to refine feature requirements. Ensure features and tools are optimized and performant. Problem-solve performance and stability issues where necessary. Work closely with neighboring disciplines to ensure smooth feature implementation and content development. Benefits Competitive salary. Flexible working hours. Milestone more »
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Senior Unity Developer - CONTRACT

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Paydirt Games
You will collaborate with our team of programmers and gamers to bring our vision to life. Qualifications Minimum 3 years commercial experience with Unity game engine development Proficiency in manipulating 2D graphical assets and related user interface implementation Ability to implement engaging and interactive game experiences … Experience in Android Mobile Game Development preferred but not essential At least one shipped title preferred but not essential Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred but not required Please include compensation expectations more »
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Game Development
England
10th Percentile
£31,500
25th Percentile
£32,500
Median
£55,000
75th Percentile
£77,500
90th Percentile
£109,500