Senior Programmer – 6 Month Contract
d3t is a world‑class co‑development studio within the Keywords Studios Group, working on high‑profile AAA titles for clients such as EA SPORTS, Playground Games and Marvel. We are looking for a Senior Programmer to join our Engineering Team in the UK, based at either the Daresbury or Newcastle studios. This is a 6‑month Fixed‑Term Contract (possible extension) with a hybrid working pattern (three days per week in the studio).
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work across a variety of programming disciplines (e.g. gameplay, core tech, low‑level, UI, tools) on proprietary or commercial engines for multiple platforms.
- Write high‑performance code, adhering to coding standards, profiling and optimizing, and collaborate with embedded QA.
- Collaborate with internal and global teams to plan, implement, review and test code and systems.
- Gather requirements and produce technical documentation to ensure features and systems are delivered to a high standard and on time.
- Own work and update tech leads, production and design on progress.
- Work in sub‑teams with other programmers and disciplines.
- Lead small sub or feature teams as required.
- Participate in team support and knowledge sharing through code reviews, calls and documentation.
- Continuously update personal knowledge and skill sets.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- Languages: C++ (expertise) and at least one other language.
- Engines: Professional experience with at least two of the following – Unreal, Unity, Frostbite or Proprietary.
- Capabilities: Owned the development of systems or features in any of the following categories – gameplay, UI, physics, networking, memory, animation, core tech, graphics, etc.
- Tools: Experienced with IDEs and source control.
- Enthusiastic about taking on any challenge or responsibility.
- Growth‑oriented: Driven to learn and improve.
- Role model: Confident supporting junior teammates.
- Teamwork: Enjoys working as part of a team and supporting others.
- Communication: Clear, enthusiastic and able to discuss technical solutions and updates with multiple disciplines.
- Experience: 6+ years in professional game programming.
DESIRABLE SKILLS
- Experience on released games, remasters or remakes.
- Console and/or mobile development.
- Full development cycle participation.
- Porting games between platforms.
- Tools development.
- Build and infrastructure.
- Sub‑team leadership.
- Profiling expertise.
STUDIO BENEFITS & PERKS
- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and up to 5 extra days based on length of service).
- Company Pension Scheme.
- Flexible working hours.
- Private Medical Insurance Scheme (including dental) – BUPA.
- Eye Care Scheme.
- Anti‑crunch ethos – a professional, fun and supportive working environment.
- Income Protection.
- Discretionary Annual Bonus.
- Free Parking.
- Tech, Bike & Console Scheme.
- Company Socials, Monthly Lunches & Annual d3t Events.
- Breakout Areas – games, BBQ area, complimentary snacks for all dietary preferences.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We work flexibly and value in‑person collaboration. This position is offered on a hybrid basis only, with three days per week in the studio (Wednesday, Thursday and another day of your choice). We value work/life balance, have a discretionary flexible hours system and operate a no‑crunch policy.
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d3t is a world‑class co‑development studio within the Keywords Studios Group, working on high‑profile AAA titles for clients such as EA SPORTS, Playground Games and Marvel. We are looking for a Senior Programmer to join our Engineering Team in the UK, based at either the Daresbury or Newcastle studios. This is a 6‑month Fixed‑Term Contract (possible extension) with a hybrid working pattern (three days per week in the studio).
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work across a variety of programming disciplines (e.g. gameplay, core tech, low‑level, UI, tools) on proprietary or commercial engines for multiple platforms.
- Write high‑performance code, adhering to coding standards, profiling and optimizing, and collaborate with embedded QA.
- Collaborate with internal and global teams to plan, implement, review and test code and systems.
- Gather requirements and produce technical documentation to ensure features and systems are delivered to a high standard and on time.
- Own work and update tech leads, production and design on progress.
- Work in sub‑teams with other programmers and disciplines.
- Lead small sub or feature teams as required.
- Participate in team support and knowledge sharing through code reviews, calls and documentation.
- Continuously update personal knowledge and skill sets.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- Languages: C++ (expertise) and at least one other language.
- Engines: Professional experience with at least two of the following – Unreal, Unity, Frostbite or Proprietary.
- Capabilities: Owned the development of systems or features in any of the following categories – gameplay, UI, physics, networking, memory, animation, core tech, graphics, etc.
- Tools: Experienced with IDEs and source control.
- Enthusiastic about taking on any challenge or responsibility.
- Growth‑oriented: Driven to learn and improve.
- Role model: Confident supporting junior teammates.
- Teamwork: Enjoys working as part of a team and supporting others.
- Communication: Clear, enthusiastic and able to discuss technical solutions and updates with multiple disciplines.
- Experience: 6+ years in professional game programming.
DESIRABLE SKILLS
- Experience on released games, remasters or remakes.
- Console and/or mobile development.
- Full development cycle participation.
- Porting games between platforms.
- Tools development.
- Build and infrastructure.
- Sub‑team leadership.
- Profiling expertise.
STUDIO BENEFITS & PERKS
- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and up to 5 extra days based on length of service).
- Company Pension Scheme.
- Flexible working hours.
- Private Medical Insurance Scheme (including dental) – BUPA.
- Eye Care Scheme.
- Anti‑crunch ethos – a professional, fun and supportive working environment.
- Income Protection.
- Discretionary Annual Bonus.
- Free Parking.
- Tech, Bike & Console Scheme.
- Company Socials, Monthly Lunches & Annual d3t Events.
- Breakout Areas – games, BBQ area, complimentary snacks for all dietary preferences.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We work flexibly and value in‑person collaboration. This position is offered on a hybrid basis only, with three days per week in the studio (Wednesday, Thursday and another day of your choice). We value work/life balance, have a discretionary flexible hours system and operate a no‑crunch policy.
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