Remote Network Programmer

Description:

• This is a contract position for a Network Programmer, initially for a 12-month fixed term.
• The role allows for remote working within the UK only.
• The position is critical to the development pipeline, requiring a comprehensive understanding of best practices and technical expertise across multiple aspects of video game programming.
• Responsibilities include writing high-quality and reliable code on a timely basis, overseeing and mentoring junior engineers, implementing features, attending to bug fixes, collaborating with other disciplines, delivering testable builds regularly, and proactively tackling technical issues.
• Candidates must have experience in Unreal Engine 5 (UE5), advanced knowledge of C++ and/or C#, and experience in PC and/or console programming.
• Hands-on experience with UE Networking/Replication is required, specifically in implementing and debugging networked features and ensuring robust multiplayer synchronization.
• Practical experience with networked physics in UE, including handling physics-driven objects over a network and dealing with edge cases, is necessary.
• A demonstrated history of profiling and optimizing network bandwidth and performance in UE-based multiplayer projects is also required.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have experience in Unreal Engine 5 (UE5).
• Advanced knowledge of C++ and/or C# is required.
• Experience in PC and/or console programming is necessary.
• Hands-on experience with UE Networking/Replication is essential, particularly in systems requiring robust multiplayer synchronization.
• Practical experience with networked physics in UE, including handling edge cases, is required.
• A demonstrated history of profiling and optimizing network bandwidth and performance in UE-based multiplayer projects is necessary.
• Desirable qualifications include experience with networked vehicles in UE, familiarity with integrating physics systems in networked environments, and previous experience shipping networked titles on console platforms (PS5 and/or Xbox Series).

Benefits:

• The position offers a friendly working culture and environment.
• Employees receive 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays and a Christmas shutdown.
• Flexible working hours are provided, along with four half-day Fridays during the summer months.
• Employees are entitled to a day off on their birthday and parental leave.
• A workplace pension scheme is available, with an employer contribution of 3%.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities are offered.
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is included.
• Comprehensive medical insurance is provided.
• Employees can participate in a weekly yoga class.
• The company promotes an anti-crunch ethos and has a referral bonus scheme.
• Free parking and a Bike2Work scheme are available.
• Social events and project launch wrap parties are organized, along with charity events and branded merchandise.