SockMonkey are looking for  GAMEPLAY PROGRAMMERS to work on a number of projects, including licensed IP, and original games. Working as part of a team, and reporting to the Lead Programmer, responsibilities include programming game systems, solving technical problems and debugging. The ideal candidates are passionate about programming and games, work well as part of a team, and looking to join an exciting and growing studio.

LOCATION

As a studio, we are happy for staff to work remotely, hybrid or in the office depending on their preferred choice of work.

REQUIREMENTS 

•  Develop various game features mostly related to the 3C or the usability;
•  Act as system owner on gameplay code and communicate around change's possible impacts;
•  Write a clear, maintainable and well-documented code;
•  Debug and optimize code to ensure optimal performance and quality;
•  Test carefully the newly implemented features and suggest improvements;
•  Develop technical solutions that answer to the game’s needs;
•  Ensure that all the game design constraints have been taken into account;
•  Work closely with cross-discipline teams including programmers, designers, animators and artists;
•  Keep updated on the latest technological trends;
• Follow team best practices such as code reviews.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

• You possess a previous experience in programming gameplay.
• You are really comfortable with programming – especially in C++.
• You have previous experiences with Unreal Engine and/or Unity3D.
• You love solving challenging technical problems with the most effective solution.
• You are able to prioritize, plan, organize your work & time and work within deadlines.
• You have a strong interest and a real enthusiasm for video games and the gaming environment we work in.
• You have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• You are thriving on change and can adapt changing needs and requirements. 

Equal Opportunities

SockMonkey Studios are an equal opportunities employer. We are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.