Software Engineer - Games

Job description

This is a remote based role - Full time -UK/Europe Only

Role and Purpose

We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join Savery Entertainment to help develop and deliver high-quality game code for AAA Unreal Engine, Unity, and proprietary game engines. You will help develop titles for both Savery Entertainment’s own projects, and high profile co-development partners. 

 

Responsibilities

• Work with the team to develop high quality game systems.
• Communicate with project managers and other team members to define programming tasks.
• Debug and work with Quality Assurance to help track down and fix bugs.
• Profile and optimise game code to ensure a highly stable title.
• Work with designers to implement specifications for gameplay and UI mechanics.
• Be responsible for scoping tasks and working to deadlines. 

 

Requirements

• A desire to improve your knowledge and work on amazing projects.
• Good knowledge of C++ or similar languages, and experience in the games industry producing production quality code.
• Good knowledge of video game engines. Demonstrate an understanding of their tools and features.
• Ability to quickly learn existing code bases. 
• Excellent communication skills.
• Practical problem solving.
• An understanding of source control.

 

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of multiple areas of programming (Engine, AI, UI, Audio, Gameplay, Physics, Rendering, Multiplayer).
• Experience developing for console (Xbox, PlayStation, Switch).
• Good knowledge of Unreal Engine 4 & 5 blueprint, or other engine's visual scripting logic.

Salary

• This depends on experience. Typically starting from £29k+ per year.

What We Can Offer

• Annual leave + UK bank holidays + Winter break office closure.
• Private pension.
• Professional development, paid-for training courses, and a creative environment to grow and improve your skills.

 

How to Apply

• Apply here, or visit the website.
• No recruitment agencies.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cardiff

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English