We’re looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Stellar Entertainment mission!
The Studio
We are a video game development studio with offices in Guildford, UK and Utrecht, Netherlands. Sitting within the heart of thriving communities of game developers and publishers, we focus on quality and excellence, and our partners and players are always at the front of everything we do.
Games are not just about gameplay. We believe in the importance of balancing every single aspect of a game that you, as a player will interact with; what you see, how you play and how it makes you feel.
An exciting new project is taking shape at Stellar. You'll be joining a specialist team who are ready to provide technical solutions and optimisations.
The Role
As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be a part of the core tech team working closely with our graphics, gameplay, engine and tools teams. Day to day this will look like:
Writing clean, well-documented C++ code in line with project standards
Building scalable, data-driven architectures within engine infrastructure
Working with the Lead Systems Engineer to conduct a thorough technical assessment of engine and game systems
Collaborating across departments to design and deliver key engine features.
Profiling and resolving performance issues across CPU, GPU and memory
Ensuring high-quality, maintainable output - from broad system design down to individual functions
Requirements
What we’re looking to see on your CV:
Experience in game development through all stages of the process from design to shipping, with strong knowledge of optimisation and porting processes
Strong understanding of hardware across different platforms
Strong C++ skills, including sound knowledge of multithreading, software design patterns, and systems architecture
Familiarity with game engine architecture across multiple engines including proprietary
Good problem solving and debugging skills
Bonus points for:
Any additional coding languages under your belt
Understanding of hardware architecture
Knowledge of build systems
Benefits
What you can expect from us:
Flexible hybrid working (we work 3 days per week on-site)
Holiday Accrual Scheme
International AAA game projects;
Access to cutting-edge hardware;
Discretionary bonus scheme
Private Healthcare Plan incl. Dental and Eye care
Pension Plan
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Programme - Wellness Support
Regular Team Incentives and Social Events
We’re on an important journey with our teammates, candidates and industry partners to tackle barriers to equality and promote diversity, inclusion and accessibility across the markets we work in. If you need any support during the interview process or any feedback on our processes, please let us know.
We're unfortunately unable to provide visa sponsorship or relocation support for this role, so you'll need to be based in the UK with the Right to Work here.
Skills Required
- Experience in game development through all stages from design to shipping, with optimisation and porting experience
- Strong understanding of hardware across different platforms
- Strong C++ skills including multithreading, software design patterns, and systems architecture
- Familiarity with game engine architecture across multiple engines including proprietary engines
- Good problem solving and debugging skills
- Any additional coding languages
- Knowledge of build systems
What We Do
Stellar Entertainment’s mission is simple: to create & amaze. We strive to be the best at what we do and to deliver work of exceptionally high quality. Quite simply we don’t want to have to explain our work, we want it to speak for itself.
