Senior Tools Programmer

Overview

We are currently driving the future of the tools and technology on which our games are made. As an experienced tools or generalist programmer on our Editors team you will work closely with content creators to drive forward the technology with which they work. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a new core technology initiative and work in dynamic and innovative environment.

A successful applicant will show a proven deep understanding of tools development within AAA games and demonstrate strong programming and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will communicate with the team and understand the user’s requirement of new tools and features. You will design and implement changes in your tools as well as maintain existing features. You will write clean, reusable code and adhere to the company’s high-quality programming standards and development processes.

As an experienced tools programmer you will contribute new ideas to our development team and drive forwards the platform on which we develop our games.

Knowledge, Skill and Experience

Essential:

• A good BSc or equivalent in a relevant subject such as maths, computer science or engineering, or equivalent experience
• Strong C++ programming skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in designing and implementing large systems
• Passionate about providing users with software that is effective and enjoyable to use
• Experience in developing on Windows with Visual Studio

Desirable:

• Experience with the Qt framework
• Familiarity with GUI-heavy application design and development

We offer a fully bespoke funded relocation package for you and your dependants and you’ll be supported through the process with our dedicated Relocation Specialist.

We also have an excellent range of benefits to support your work life balance, including:

• Generous holiday allowance plus full studio closure over the Christmas and New Year period, as all UK Bank holidays
• Annual discretionary studio bonus
• Defined career development pathways and personalised training support so you can truly excel in your area of expertise
• Support in Learning and Development; internal masterclasses, prestigious creative workshops to inspire and enthuse including internal programming conferences, on-site training with renowned specialists as well as global conference attendance
• Private medical and dental insurance, life insurance, permanent health insurance, critical illness cover and free health care screening
• Season ticket travel loans and cycle to work scheme
• Free bike servicing and discounted car valet service on site
• Free games and merchandise plus access to our extensive games library
• Free breakfast every day – toast, bagels, pancakes, cereals, yoghurts, fresh fruit, smoothies, juices, milkshakes and more in our fully stocked kitchen
• An employee assistance programme and onsite wellbeing sessions
• In-studio heavily subsidised massage therapy
• Discounts portal giving access to a wide range of extras such as heavily discounted home technology, travel insurance, corporate gym membership, cinema tickets, holidays, trips out and Ikea vouchers
• Amazing studio parties such as our CA Summer Festival, a Christmas Party for you and your partner plus a separate Children’s Christmas Party. We also have our wrap parties for all our releases
• Free Japanese lessons, life drawing, creative writing and Pilates classes
• A range of CA Social events including the annual sponsored Walking Challenge to 100Km, Couch to 5k in our beautiful local park, basketball, game and movie evenings, board game club, 5-a-side football, CA Choir, Sword fighting (yes, sword fighting) and loads more
• We offer discounts with local businesses, including estate agents and local shops to support our local economy

We are Creative Assembly

We gather the greatest talent out there, coming together to craft authentic and detailed experiences of the highest quality.

We focus on our strengths and embrace our uniqueness, collaborating across teams and giving everyone the trust and respect to be masters of their craft.

Our values form the foundation of our culture and ethos:

• Quality – Everything we do is about quality, from individual actions to final products, we take pride in the detail and authenticity of all our creations.

• Focus – We focus on our strengths as a studio. Our teams might work across different projects, but our goals and vision should be clear for everyone.

• Teamwork – We are a collective who thrive working across teams, empowering each other to succeed.

• Respect – Respect at CA is given as a default, we respect each other as diverse and unique individuals, who come together to create games our fans will love.

• Trust – Alongside respect, we trust each other, our teams and our leaders as experts of their craft. Everyone is given creative autonomy and freedom to make a real contribution to our projects and our legacy.

Our studio sites have disabled access. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.