Tools Engineer

Lighthouse Games; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio in Royal Leamington Spa is seeking a Tools Engineer to develop and maintain essential tools for the development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in C++, collaboration skills, and a passion for game creation. Join a dynamic team committed to building best-in-class gaming experiences.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday

1 day off for birthday

Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year

Qualifications

• Experience as a Tools Engineer in game development.
• Proficient in C++.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to gather requirements and develop tools.
• Implement and improve tools based on feedback.
• Ensure tools are reliable and performance-optimized.
• Participate in code reviews.

Skills

C++

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Python

Agile development

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Maya

3DS Max

Houdini

Git

Job description

Overview

Game Engineering – Full-time – Royal Leamington Spa

Lighthouse Games is a AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent, and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you will be able to create the best work of your career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative. You will learn from the best, and work alongside the future greats of the gaming industry.

As a Tools Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining a suite of tools that empower the entire development team. You will work closely with other disciplines to understand their needs and create efficient and user-friendly tools to enhance their productivity. You will consistently strive for excellence in tool development, pushing for quality and optimizations at every opportunity. You will also actively seek out opportunities to learn and improve your own technical skills as a member of a dynamic and ambitious team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to gather requirements and design, develop, and maintain tools to support the production pipeline
• Implement and improve existing tools and features based on user feedback and evolving needs
• Ensure the tools are robust, reliable, and optimized for performance
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure high-quality code standards
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices in tool development
• Actively contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture

Requirements

• Experience working as a Tools Engineer in the game development industry
• Proficient in programming languages such as C++
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Passion for game development and a desire to create impactful tools
• Familiarity with game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python
• Knowledge of common DCC tools, such as Maya, 3DS Max, or Houdini
• Experience with version control systems like Git
• Experience working in an Agile development environment
• 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
• Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year