Specific requirements for this role:

• Working closely with dedicated Special Effects Artists and Animators on the team, you will be required to help define, specify and implement the effects required, using your previous experience, in-depth technical knowledge and creativity to produce results of a very high standard
• Having the aesthetic vision and technical knowledge/experience, the Special Effects programmer pushes the boundaries of real time CG for all our titles.
• The candidate is also expected to be highly motivated and conduct R&D on new and upcoming techniques, white paper research and be able to communicate well with artists and other team members sharing a similar passion for real time generated effects.
• A strong eye for aesthetics is essential (artistic skills and knowledge are also advantageous).
• Must respond well to feedback and opinions from others.
• Mathematical aptitude is required (more advanced maths knowledge is also advantageous).
• Must work carefully and with forethought to ensure that effects are efficient and user-friendly.
• Must be flexible and attentive to each project’s art style and technical circumstances.
• Should be keen to innovate, and will recognise and make the most of each project’s particular effects opportunities.
• Shader programming experience is advantageous.
• Formal qualifications are not required if the applicant possesses the appropriate knowledge and experience.

Reports to:

• All Programmers report to the Technical Manager

Expectations:
Below is a non-exhaustive list of the Companys expectations of a Programmer.

• Work with the Technical Manager and programmers to design the game code and contribute to technical design documents
• Implement game code using C/C++ together with our own internal middleware
• Profile, debug and maintain existing game code
• Use our own internal tools to set up technical framework for game levels
• Assist in preparing milestone builds as required
• A high level of computer literacy
• Experience of coding on PCs with Direct 3D/OpenGL or similar API's a preference, but not required
• Console programming experience preferred 
• Good debugging skills 
• Knowledge of current game coding techniques such as collision, memory management, AI and culling an advantage
• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) or possess a minimum of 3 years previous work-place programming experience
• A high level of computer literacy
• Professional attitude and work ethic
• Thorough approach to problem solving and able to function independently when required
• Needs to be comfortable working to deadlines
• Attention to detail is essential and all tasks must be carried out to the highest standard
• A willingness and ability to learn is essential
• Ability to fit into a dynamic and creative team environment
• Enthusiasm and knowledge of video games in general is an advantage.