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Lead Programmer (Hybrid)
- Posted 27 September 2023
- Salary Negotiable
- LocationLeeds
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineGames Programming
- Reference19319
- Contact NameDave Moss
Job description
We're helping to support a powerhouse in the VR sector, XR Games, in their search for a Lead Programmer.
They've had incredible success and acclaim with the projects they've released and there's plenty they've got under wraps that will continue that trend.
They are looking for a Lead Programmer to assume overall responsibility for an exciting VR project. Reporting to the Head of Programming you will be responsible for growing and managing a team of programmers as well as being a key point of contact for the client.
Your responsibilities...
They've had incredible success and acclaim with the projects they've released and there's plenty they've got under wraps that will continue that trend.
They are looking for a Lead Programmer to assume overall responsibility for an exciting VR project. Reporting to the Head of Programming you will be responsible for growing and managing a team of programmers as well as being a key point of contact for the client.
Your responsibilities...
- Overseeing the programming team, co-ordinating their efforts and ensuring the project progresses according to the defined timeline.
- Provide technical guidance, make key decisions, and drive the project to completion
- Line management responsibility for the programmers on your project and will help develop their skills and careers as well as the project
- Play a key role in the recruitment of new programmers for the team
- Act as one of the primary points of contact for client interactions where you will be able to address any technical queries or concerns
- Assessing project requirements to allocate resources effectively and ensure your team has the right tools, technology, and talent to deliver
- Work closely with production and HR to optimise the resources available
- Previous industry experience in a lead role
- Shipped 2 or more projects as a Lead Programmer
- Experience working on projects with a C++ / Unreal Engine tech stack
- Demonstrable team leadership/management capabilities
- Strong C++ coding experience
- Good experience with Unreal Engine
- Experienced with porting projects
- Strong decision making and leadership skills and a commercial understanding
- Financial assistance for relocation
- Visa sponsorship available
- Private Healthcare plan
- Total 8% shared contribution pension
- 25 days annual leave, plus public holidays, and your birthday off
- Flexible start times, decide what works best for you
- Access to Currys tech scheme
- Regular studio and team activities and socials
- Free game codes for XR’s latest titles