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As a Senior Tools Programmer, you will help to develop the tools and pipelines for the content creators. You will act as a mentor and role model for the team, assisting and guiding the more junior team members. You will bring to bear your experience to solve problems encountered by the content creation teams ensuring they can work efficiently and to streamline the content processes.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and extend tools systems primarily focused on digital content creation packages
Solve the day-to-day problems encountered by the content creators ensuring that they can work effectively
Communicate effectively with the content teams to ensure that problems are identified and solved in a timely manner
Guide and mentor junior team members to help develop skills and share knowledge
Collaborate with both other members of the team and the users to unsure the systems developed are effective and complete
Write clear, maintainable, and decoupled code
Maintain documentation for the users of the tools systems and as a reference for future development
Keep abreast of the latest developments, industry trends and technologies
Requirements:
Significant experience in software development either within or outside game development
Competency in a range of software development tools, environments and platforms including Visual Studio and Perforce
Proven ability to manage multiple projects, balancing priorities to meet deadlines
High level of proficiency in relevant tools, technologies, or methodologies associated with the role
Experience in mentoring and supporting junior colleagues, contributing to their professional growth
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to adapt to evolving business needs
Passion for continuous learning and professional development
A track record of delivering high-quality work with attention to detail and a commitment to excellence
Experience in working with digital content creation packages such as 3DS Max, Maya and Photoshop
What we offer:
Core hours 9.30am – 4pm, remaining hours worked flexibly
Relocation support to Nottingham, UK (if required)
Holiday allowance that increases with service (to a maximum of 30 days plus statutory public holidays)
Annual pay reviews
Company pension contribution that increases with service
Company enhanced full pay for maternity leave for the first 26 weeks (to qualifying expectant mothers)
Clear career progression within Dambuster Studios
Studio funded learning and development opportunities
Modern game development environment with the latest technologies
Vibrant, modern city centre location with good transport links
Fully subsidised gym membership with Virgin gym (Nottingham)
Annual Christmas party and Summer Family BBQ
Quarterly company funded cross-team events
Free financial advice
Employee referral bonus scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Weekly office treats, including breakfast on Monday and pastries on Friday