Code Manager

A North-East based Games studio are currently looking for a Code Manager to join their growing team. Founded by established industry experts, the team are made up of award-winning developers, who have come from AAA backgrounds and have a history of releasing a range of high-quality games, some of which have been adored in the games industry.

As the Code Manager you will work closely with the Studio Managers, Creative Directors and Lead Programmers and completely own the Code teams progress, Code strategies, mentoring and have a huge input on the studios Engineering department. The current team stands at around 100 Programmers, you’ll be helping with the recruitment, retention and pipelines in a people driven role.

The studio has a long-standing history in creating some of the best games on the market on console platforms. This role will have you working closely with the management team and will get involved with various aspects of development, which includes liaising with other department leads and mentoring, motivating, leading and growing your own team. Your primary role will be to deliver world class Code, which enhances the narrative and the player’s immersion in the titles.

In return the studio can offer a competitive salary, flexible working hours, annual/Christmas bonuses, private healthcare and Christmas Closures. They also offer amazing perks such as an onsite cinema, personal development plans, custom games room, free merchandise and regular team events/parties. Also, the chance to work with games industry veterans who have a great track record of delivering high profile successful projects.

This role can be fully remote working (you must be in the UK already) or a hybrid working model if you prefer.

This role is ideal for a Lead or Senior Programmer looking for a more hands off, strategic role in the business, where they can get involved in core studio decisions.

Requirements

• Experience as a Senior/Lead Developer or similar role in a games industry environment
• Released titles as a Programmer
• Excellent people and mentoring skills
• Proactive attitude and ability to take ownership of own area
• Past experience with Unreal or Console in-house engines would be a bonus

If you are interested in this position or simply want to know more, please send your CV to will.hudson@amiqus.com