Jobs at Frontier
We have an exciting, varied crop of current projects and we want talented individuals like you to work with us.
Programmers - Core Technology
We are recruiting a mix of experienced and graduate programmers for various technology and tools team areas such as: 3D graphics, audio, animation, physics, networking, AI, platform specific low level code and optimization.
We currently have several exciting cutting-edge projects encompassing a range of genres. We have a reputation for technological innovation and our programmers get involved in all aspects of system architecture, design and implementation, bringing an extremely high standard of professionalism to the development of all our games, and fully contribute to a dynamic, creative and fun environment, working with advanced technology on the leading games consoles.
Your background:
- Either a good degree, or solid track record, in Computer Science, Maths or Physics
- Possible specialisation in one of the following fields: 3D graphics and shaders, animation, physics, AI, audio, networking, low-level code and optimization
- Industry experience is not essential, but passion and enthusiasm are
Your skills:
- Advanced understanding of C++ and object oriented programming
- Well organized, and capable of code design
- Experience of DirectX Graphics, console toolchains, GUI APIs, LUA scripts, or ASM are also useful
- Familiarity with Xbox 360/Playstation 3 development/Networking/Multi-Threading is a plus
- Good communication
We have in-house platform abstraction libraries, using a PC development environment to target the major consoles. Game programmers write platform independent game code using our in-house game engine and technology, while engine and tool teams work on company-wide technology and lower level target specific, optimized code.
If you have what it takes to be part of our team, please apply either by email (including a CV and any code samples/demos) to programmerjobs@frontier.co.uk, or by surface mail to the address on the ‘contact us’ page of this website.
Preference will be given to candidates who apply directly to us and are EU citizens currently resident in the UK. Salaries offered will depend on skills & experience.
We are not looking for applicants who wish to work from home, or on a freelance basis.
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