Principal Game Engineer: Player Experience & Co-Dev Lead in Cardiff

Principal Game Engineer: Player Experience & Co-Dev Lead in Cardiff

Cardiff Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Rocket Science Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead player experience projects, owning gameplay features and UI systems.
  • Company: Rocket Science Group, a dynamic game development studio in Cardiff.
  • Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for mentorship.
  • Other info: Join a creative team and make a real impact on player experiences.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of gaming with your expertise in Unreal Engine and C++/C#.
  • Qualifications: Deep Unreal Engine experience and strong programming skills required.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

Rocket Science Group is seeking a Principal Game Engineer in Cardiff to lead player experience work across projects, owning gameplay features, UI systems, and 3Cs.

You will set technical direction, mentor engineers, and act as a senior technical contact for partners.

You should bring deep Unreal Engine experience, strong C++/C# skills, and a passion for polished, responsive player systems and gameplay.

Hybrid work in Cardiff with remote days is offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Rocket Science Group

Contact Details:

Rocket Science Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Principal Game Engineer: Player Experience & Co-Dev Lead in Cardiff

Unreal Engine
C++
C#
Gameplay Features Development
UI Systems Design
3Cs (Character, Camera, Controls)
Technical Direction Setting