Network Programmer – Unreal Engine AAA Games – Remote/Hybrid/Onsite Utrecht, Netherlands

Project: AAA Console / PC games

OPMs client is a well-established developer based in Utrecht , who are seeking a Network Programmer work on their latest studio title for the next gen.

The successful candidate will be experienced working on published console titles with a strong understanding of commercial industry tools.

They will join a dynamic team and provide support through the architecture, design, implementation, and optimisation of the layer that connects players, and drives games.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong experience as a Network Engineer in the games industry
• Strong C/C++ programming skills
• Proficient with debugging real-time applications
• Deep understanding of network, multi-threaded and concurrent programming

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the design of the architecture for the network components of their games
• Implement, and fine tune the needed code
• Work closely with the gameplay engineers using the provided interfaces
• Analyse, and optimise on the wire data
• Understand, and solve intricacies of network issues, such as high latency, low bandwidth or firewall traversal scenarios

DESIRED SKILLS (nice to have):

• Experience with at least one, or two extra languages under your belt
• Experience in building large scale, real-time, multiplayer games

BENEFITS:

• Employee Assistance Programme (mental health, financial and wellbeing advice)
• Flexible hybrid working
• 24 days holiday & Christmas Shutdown
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private Healthcare Plan, Life Assurance & Eye Tests
• Pension Plan

Interested in finding out more about the studio and project? Apply now or call me directly today on +44 (0) 1206 214 418!