SockMonkey are looking for experienced SYSTEM 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

• Code in C++ engine-related items, and in API integration;
• Diagnose and solve common problems - such as load times, memory usage and performance problems;
• Act as system owner on Low level code and communicate around change's possible impacts;
• Write a clear, maintainable and well-documented code;
• Test carefully the newly implemented features and suggest improvements;
• Work closely with cross-discipline teams including programmers, designers, animators and artists;
• Keep updated on the latest technological trends;
• Follow team’s best practices such as code reviews.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

• You have a strong skill in C++ programming and multithreading.
• You acquire experience in many different engineering areas with a special attention given to low-level code and deep optimization.
• You are well versed in software engineering principles, especially API design.
• You have a strong understanding of how a game engine work and of editor concepts.
• You are familiarity with development tools and profiling on modern systems, including PC, console and mobile.
• You love solving challenging technical problems and developing in a large codebase at a fast pace, keeping the right balance between usability, performance, and reliability.
• You are able to prioritize, plan, organize your work & time and work within deadlines.
• You have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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.