The Game Assembly is seeking a Game Programming Tutor to join our team in Liverpool.
In this role, you will help deliver and develop the Game Programming curriculum, supporting students as they build the technical skills required to work in modern game development.
Your responsibilities will include:
Delivering lectures, workshops, and practical programming sessions
Planning educational activities and contributing to course design
Supervising and mentoring students during game development projects
Supporting students through technical guidance, code review, and feedback
Collaborating with tutors across disciplines to support multidisciplinary game projects
Who We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who is passionate about game programming and supporting the next generation of developers. You may currently be working in the games industry or have previous experience as a gameplay, engine, or systems programmer.
Previous teaching experience is welcome but not required. We provide support and work collaboratively as a team to develop effective teaching practices.
A clear and supportive communicator
Comfortable reviewing code and providing constructive feedback
Curious, collaborative, and open to new ideas
Passionate about games and game technology
Essential Requirements
At least 3 years of professional experience working in the games industry as a programmer
Strong programming experience in C++
Understanding of linear algebra and mathematics used in games
Experience implementing gameplay systems or AI behaviours
Understanding of performance, debugging, and optimisation in games
Experience working within a game development team or studio environment
Desirable Experience
Experience working with Unity or Unreal Engine
Experience with network programming or multiplayer systems
Knowledge of graphics programming or rendering pipelines
Experience using development tools such as Visual Studio
Experience creating training materials, tutorials, or documentation
Familiarity with Agile development methods
Experience mentoring, coaching, or supervising others
If you’re passionate about games and enjoy helping others improve their work, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed.
Why Join the Game Assembly? At The Game Assembly, we offer a creative, energising, ambitious, and supportive environment. Teaching highly motivated and curious students is incredibly rewarding. You’re not just working on games, you’re multiplying your impact by shaping hundreds of future developers entering the industry.
Our educators help shape the learning experience, contribute to curriculum development, and collaborate with industry partners. We also believe great work comes from a balanced working environment, offering a strong pension scheme and up to 13 weeks of holiday each year.
