SOFTWARE ENGINEER - Games
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Home Careers SOFTWARE ENGINEER - Games Online Training Contact Home Careers SOFTWARE ENGINEER - Games Online Training Contact SOFTWARE ENGINEER - Games This is a remote based role - Full time -UK/Europe Only Role and Purpose We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join Savery Entertainment to help develop and deliver high-quality game code for AAA Unreal Engine, Unity, and proprietary game engines. You will help develop titles for both Savery Entertainment’s own projects, and high profile co-development partners. Responsibilities Work with the team to develop high quality game systems. Communicate with project managers and other team members to define programming tasks. Debug and work with Quality Assurance to help track down and fix bugs. Profile and optimise game code to ensure a highly stable title. Work with designers to implement specifications for gameplay and UI mechanics. Be responsible for scoping tasks and working to deadlines. Requirements A desire to improve your knowledge and work on amazing projects. Good knowledge of C++ or similar languages, and experience in the games industry producing production quality code. Good knowledge of video game engines. Demonstrate an understanding of their tools and features. Ability to quickly learn existing code bases. Excellent communication skills. Practical problem solving. An understanding of source control. Desirable Skills Knowledge of multiple areas of programming (Engine, AI, UI, Audio, Gameplay, Physics, Rendering, Multiplayer). Experience developing for console (Xbox, PlayStation, Switch). Good knowledge of Unreal Engine 4 & 5 blueprint, or other engine's visual scripting logic. Salary This depends on experience. Typically starting from £29k per year. What We Can Offer Annual leave + UK bank holidays + Winter break office closure. Private pension. Professional development, paid-for training courses, and a creative environment to grow and improve your skills. How to Apply Send your CV and portfolio to: careers@saveryentertainment.com No recruitment agencies. info@saveryentertainment.com Copyright © Savery Entertainment 2026. All rights reserved. | Company no: 13085712 Registered business address: Cardiff House, Priority Business Park, Barry, CF63 2AW All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. All company, product and service names used in this website are for identification purposes only.
What this role is, and what else it is called
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