Lead Software Engineer
Permanent / Full Time
Scotland
United Kingdom
60,000-75,000
Programming and Development
1584163
04-11-2025 05:11 PM
Lead Software Engineer (bespoke engine)
Locations: Edinburgh / Dundee / East Linton (onsite only)
No visa sponsorship available.
We’re looking for a Lead Software Developer—or a seasoned Senior Developer ready to take the next step—who can drive technical excellence across game projects built with our in-house engine. You’ll lead a team of developers, guide the implementation of key features, and collaborate with leads from other disciplines to ensure smooth project delivery. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll help shape both the technology and the people behind it.
Responsibilities:
Locations: Edinburgh / Dundee / East Linton (onsite only)
No visa sponsorship available.
We’re looking for a Lead Software Developer—or a seasoned Senior Developer ready to take the next step—who can drive technical excellence across game projects built with our in-house engine. You’ll lead a team of developers, guide the implementation of key features, and collaborate with leads from other disciplines to ensure smooth project delivery. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll help shape both the technology and the people behind it.
Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of Software Developers working on a project using the in-house engine.
- Collaborate closely with engine and project teams throughout development.
- Direct the technical design and implementation of game features across multiple systems.
- Work with production and discipline leads to plan delivery and ensure quality.
- Develop and refine workflows, tools, and standards to support scalability and maintainability.
- Mentor and support the professional growth of team members.
- Stay current with research and technological advances to drive innovation and efficiency.
- 6+ years of professional experience as a Software Developer/Engineer in the games industry, including at least 2 years in a senior role.
- Strong C++ programming skills and familiarity with Visual Studio.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative, creative environment.
- Excellent communication and technical documentation skills.
- Eligible to work in the United Kingdom.
- Willingness to work onsite in Dundee or East Linton, Scotland.
- 2+ years of experience as a Lead Developer/Engineer in the games industry.
- Experience with multi-platform titles or direct platform SDK integration.
- Shipped titles on consoles.
- Experience writing efficient, optimized code for modern hardware.
- Background in networked or multiplayer game development.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Friendly, multi-disciplinary team where your input directly shapes the product.
- Pension, income protection, life assurance, and private medical coverage.
- Dental insurance, employee assistance program, and savings & discounts schemes.
- Cycle to work and electric car lease programs.
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