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Rendering Engineer

3 Months ago • All levels • Rendering

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Job Description

Rendering Engineer needed for AAA game development at Lighthouse Games in Leamington Spa. Must have experience with Unreal Engine and AAA game development.

Must have:

AAA Game Dev
Unreal Engine
C++ Skills
Code Architecture

Good to have:

Unreal Engine 5
Mentoring Engineers
Current Gen Consoles
Open-World Titles

Perks:

Discretionary Bonus
Private Healthcare

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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.

Job Purpose

As a Rendering Engineer you will work closely with all disciplines to get the most from the engine and hardware. Using Unreal Engine 5 as the base, you will augment and expand the engine to create world-leading visuals and gameplay.

Previous experience working as an Engine or Rendering Engineer on a shipped AAA title is essential for this role, as is a practical knowledge of code architecture best practices. Effective communication and collaboration skills are required for working with internal stakeholders, and you must have the drive and passion to push for higher quality at every opportunity.

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing team of industry veterans and help set the future technical direction for this ambitious title.

Key Duties

Work closely with the Engine Lead and other discipline heads to get most of the engine and hardware
Own the planning and delivery of large bodies of work autonomously
Pro-actively seek opportunities to improve the quality of everything we do
Actively take part in our collaborative and creative team spirit

Requirements

Experience as an Engine or Rendering Engineer on multiple AAA titles
knowledge of modern and up-coming gaming technologies and techniques
Very strong C++ skills, including profiling, debugging and optimizing code
Solid understanding of code architecture best practices
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Able to work effectively and independently, to plan and meet scheduled goals autonomously
Excellent eye for detail, and the desire to push for quality in all areas
Passion for gaming and game development

Desirable

Experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5 on a AAA title
Experience mentoring other Engineers
Experience working on current generation consoles
Experience working on open-world titles

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

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About The Company

Lighthouse Games

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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.