Senior Physics Engineer

3 Months ago • All levels • Physics Engine

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Job Description

Senior Physics Engineer to design, implement, and optimize physics systems in Unreal Engine 5, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams. Must have experience in Unreal Engine and physics principles.
Must have:
  • Unreal Engine
  • Physics Engineer
  • C++ Proficiency
  • Physics Principles
Good to have:
  • GPU Programming
  • Parallel Computing
  • Collision Detection
  • Unreal Engine Blueprint
Perks:
  • Private Healthcare
  • Mental Health Support
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Description

Lighthouse Games is a new 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 along side the future greats of the gaming industry.

As a Senior Physics Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing the physics systems that breathe life into our virtual worlds. You'll collaborate closely with the art, design, and gameplay teams to ensure that our game mechanics and environments adhere to the laws of physics while still delivering engaging and captivating gameplay. Your expertise in Unreal Engine 5 and physics simulation will be instrumental in shaping the realistic and interactive elements of our game.

Key Duties Include

  • Work on the design and development of cutting-edge physics systems for our video game project using Unreal Engine 5
  • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate physics simulations seamlessly into gameplay mechanics, character interactions, and environmental effects
  • Implement advanced physics algorithms and techniques to create realistic and dynamic movement, collision, and destruction effects
  • Optimize physics performance to ensure smooth gameplay experiences on a variety of platforms and hardware configurations
  • Troubleshoot and resolve physics-related issues, working closely with other engineers to find creative solutions
  • Mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance, code reviews, and knowledge sharing to elevate the team's skill set
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in physics simulation and gaming technology, proactively integrating relevant innovations into our project

Requirements

  • Significant professional experience as a physics engineer with a proven track record of shipping high-quality video game titles
  • Expertise in Unreal Engine
  • Proficiency in C++
  • Strong understanding of physics principles and their application in interactive environments
  • Experience with advanced physics techniques such as rigid body dynamics, soft body simulation, and fluid dynamics
  • Ability to optimize physics simulations for performance on various gaming platforms
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic team environment

Desirable

  • Experience with GPU programming and parallel computing for physics simulations
  • Knowledge of mathematics and algorithms related to physics simulation and collision detection
  • Familiarity with Unreal Engine's blueprint system for prototyping and iterating on physics interactions
  • Passion for video games and a deep appreciation for their technical and artistic aspects

Benefits

  • 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
  • Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
  • Discretionary Bonus Scheme
  • Private Pension Scheme
  • Private Healthcare
  • Health and Well-Being Benefits
  • Dental Care
  • Optical treatments
  • Mental Health Support
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About The Company

Lighthouse is a game development company, and our ambition is to create a studio that embodies what it means to be at the bleeding edge of video game development – a studio that enables developers to create the best work of their career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative.


We are a home for ambitious developers who value collaboration and possess a determination to deliver quality. We want talent to flourish in our state-of-the-art studio and welcome experienced developers with a passion for mentoring. Our studio is a great environment for new talent to grow and develop their careers because they will be part of an outstanding studio with a long, bright future, where they can learn from the best. 


As a growing AAA development studio, we are actively searching for talent and by joining Lighthouse you will work with some of the leading lights in AAA game development, who will support you in creating the best work of your career in an environment which fosters openness and respect.

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