Lighthouse Games is hiring a Senior Engine Engineer to develop core game technology and push the boundaries of performance and visual fidelity. You will be a key member of our AAA studio team, focusing on engine design, rendering systems, and scalable solutions.
What You'll Do
- Design, implement and optimize engine systems to meet game performance and visual fidelity demands.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate engine features enhancing gameplay and user experience.
- Mentor junior engineers and promote best coding practices.
- Conduct code reviews ensuring high-quality standards and maintainability.
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to improve development processes.
What We're Looking For
- Experience as an Engine or Rendering Engineer in gaming industry with shipped AAA titles.
- Strong proficiency in C++ and experience with engine architecture.
- Thorough understanding of performance profiling tools and optimisation techniques.
- Experience with large-scale game projects, including planning, execution, and delivering features on schedule.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
- Passion for video games and desire to work on high-quality, innovative projects.
- Familiarity with current-generation console architectures.
- Experience with Unreal Engine (4 or 5).
Nice to Have
- Experience working on open-world titles.
- Keen interest in emerging game technologies and trends.
- Experience with data-orientated design.
Technical Stack
- C++
- Unreal Engine 4/5
Team & Environment
Dynamic team of engineers and artists.
Benefits & Compensation
- 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for birthday.
- Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year.
- Discretionary Bonus Scheme.
- Private Pension Scheme.
- Private Healthcare.
- Health and Well-Being Benefits.
- Dental Care.
- Optical treatments.
- Mental Health Support.
Work Mode
This role is onsite at our studio in Leamington Spa.
Lighthouse Games is an equal opportunity employer.
