Graduate Python TD

Frontier is seeking a Graduate Python TD to join its Pipeline team, focusing on the development and maintenance of art tools and production pipelines. The role involves assisting in extending existing Python-based tools, contributing to feature implementations, supporting artists by triaging issues, writing well-documented code, and participating in code reviews. This position offers mentoring from senior team members to foster growth in collaborative software development within a games studio environment.

Must Have

• Demonstrable programming experience through asset creation or tool development
• Solid Python programming knowledge
• Some exposure to 3D software (one or more of Maya, Blender, Houdini, etc.)
• Familiarity with version control (Git, Perforce, etc.)
• Exposure to software development best practices (testing, CI/CD)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Willingness to learn from feedback and mentoring
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Good to Have

• Basic knowledge of PyQt/PySide

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Success-based annual bonus
• Share option schemes
• Life assurance
• Private family healthcare
• Flexitime working hours
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• In-house subsidised catering
• Support with relocation
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free bike servicing
• Social activities and events

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK). The talented team at Frontier are dedicated to nurturing our existing portfolio and delivering our exciting future roadmap.

This role is offered on a full in-studio basis or a hybrid basis (minimum 3 days per week in the studio). We can provide a comprehensive relocation support package as part of any offer, should you need to relocate.

We welcome applications from all, however please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

We’re looking for a Graduate Python TD with solid Python knowledge to join our Pipeline team. In this role, you’ll support the development and maintenance of Frontier’s art tools and production pipelines. Working under the guidance of, and with mentoring from, senior team members, you’ll deliver features, resolve pipeline issues, and learn best practices in collaborative software development within a games studio environment.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Assisting in maintaining and extending existing Python-based tools and pipelines
• Contributing to feature implementations under guidance
• Supporting artists and technical artists by triaging and escalating issues
• Writing clear, well-documented code following established standards
• Participating in code reviews to learn and improve coding practices.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Demonstrable programming experience through asset creation or tool development (which may be through academic or personal projects)
• Solid Python programming knowledge (which may be through academic or personal projects)
• Some exposure to 3D software (one or more of Maya, Blender, Houdini, etc.).
• Familiarity with version control (Git, Perforce, etc.).
• Exposure to software development best practices (testing, CI/CD).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Willingness to learn from feedback and mentoring
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Basic knowledge of PyQt/PySide would be beneficial.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

You will work with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games, in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our players.

Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we are continually evolving how we can support our people. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events.

We strive to create an environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their capability and potential. If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative.

For queries, please email: recruitment@frontier.co.uk