We are working with an exciting AAA shooter-based videogames studio who are looking for a Lead Network Programmer to join their team exciting team and help on their latest titles. This role is offered fully remote.

What you will be doing:

• Be responsible for designing and implementing the required online solutions for the latest project
• Research and develop new technologies that are applicable to the project
• Follow best practises, development processes and coding standards
• Architect from high level systems to low level performance tweaks in C/C++
• Build tools and workflows to enable developer efficiency and autonomy
• Help and mentor junior members of your team
• Improve player experience by optimizing systems for latency, bandwidth, CPU usage and memory
• Understanding of all game engine systems to work with and discuss needs from other departments
• Generation of cost-effective pipelines for the online area of the project

Who you are:

• 10+ years of programming experience (at least 3 in a Lead role in UE)
• 2+ Shipped AA/AAA titles (at least 1 in a Lead/ role and in UE)
• Strong C & C++ skills
• Exposure to AWS or other Cloud Service Provider technologies
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
• Proficiency and knowledge of Unreal Engine 4/5
• Network infrastructure and optimization experience
• Great English written and verbal communication skills

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours with no crunch
• Remote/home working option
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Company social events
• Professional learning and development opportunities

Application:

To apply please forward your CV to cvs@big-planet.biz quoting the reference 2722.

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