Art Director, €Excellent

My client are one of the World's leading developers who after recent expansion now have studio's in five European countries. They create exceptionally high quality video games for all platforms and have forged an excellent reputation for the development of cutting edge engine and technical development.

They are nw seeking a highly skilled Art Director to work at their newest studio in Budapest.
Requirements:

• Credited Art Director on a minimum of 2 shipped titles on a major platform.

• +3 years of gaming industry experience.

• Demonstrated ability to be proactive and self motivated, work without direct supervision, and present the work of the team and the project in a professional manner.

• Capable of balancing a project’s creative and visual requirements within schedule and staff limitations.

• Demonstrated ability to integrate the creative and technical design processes while ensuring that high production values are never compromised. Balance impacts of deadlines and resources against quality requirements of a title and quality of life for staff.

• Passion for making games.

• Art direction as it relates to games development.

• Strategic allocation of resources for maximum effect.

• Color, light, form and function.

• Console and PC development processes.

• Technology and pipelines.

• Potential impact of production-phase change requests on quality, stability and schedule.

• Storytelling and game play.

• Champion exceptionally high but achievable production values.

• Direct and inspire an art team in the creation of a unified vision.

• In coordination with the Producer and Development Director ensure game ready assets adhere to the product vision.

• Facilitate communication and focus with artists.

• Coordinate with internal technology groups as it relates to pipeline and process.

• Along with the Art Leads ensure the timely delivery of art assets.

• Review levels, scenes, lighting effects etc. for maximum impact.

• Provide creative input, direction and mentoring / support to Art Leads and Artists.

• Work with studio executives and department leads for continual process improvement.

• Contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development.

• Report to Executive Management.

Graphics Programmer, £Excellent+benefits

Crytek GmbH is one of the world's leading independent development studios for interactive entertainment. Based in Frankfurt am Main in Germany. Could you become part of our award winning team?

Requirements:

• 4 or more years of professional game or similar programming experience

• Fluent in C++, strong software engineering and debugging skills

• Strong math background

• In-depth Direct3D and graphics algorithms knowledge

• Expert in HLSL/Cg programming and optimization

• Good knowledge of the GPU architecture, optimization techniques and tools

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a similar degree or comparable experience

• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team

• Communicate status updates and risks

• Perform any other duties as assigned with accountability and responsibility defined prior to the commencement of these duties

• Master’s degree or higher

• Deep understanding of the latest graphics research and technology

• CUDA, OpenCL, compute shader experience

• Xbox 360 or PS3 programming and optimization experience

• PS3 SPU programming experience

• Larrabee experience

• Low level optimization skills, ability to write memory and cache friendly code

• Multithreading and multi-core experience

• Passionate about making games

• (optional) Develop, maintain, optimize and extend existing or new systems in CryENGINE

• (optional) Research, design and develop cutting-edge systems and algorithms for CryENGINE

• (optional) Develop relevant tools as necessary for the use by studio and licensee projects’ programmers and artists

• (optional) Work on various aspects of porting the existing engine systems and creating solutions to get the utmost of the platform

• (optional) Develop tools, plug-ins and other enhancements to a CryENGINE powered production pipeline.

• Develop, maintain, optimize and test the engine systems to work efficiently with the supported consoles and platforms

• Research and develop new systems as well as maintain and optimize existing systems inside the CryENGINE

• Work to meet the project’s schedule while breaking the process into manageable tasks

• Write clear, maintainable and portable code

• Document source code

• Write technical and software design documents

• Continue to enhance programming, technological and communication skills

• Coordinate with members of R&D and studio projects, including art and production, in order to improve the CryENGINE, meet the project’s objectives and improve projects’ quality and productivity

• Communicate in English. Work well in a team oriented environment.

• Willing to accept and provide guidance and assistance when required, work under pressure and handle multiple tasks

• Take initiative and contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of engine and game production and development

• Demonstrate ownership and responsibility

• Complete tasks in a timely manner and to a consistent high quality standard

• Be directly responsible for adhering to all company policies and procedures

• Safeguard the company’s assets and IPs including source code, art work, tools and technical know-how

• Demonstrate a desire to learn and grow professionally

• Willing to relocate to Frankfurt am Main in Germany.

• Report to: TBD and R&D Manager

Senior/Lead AI Programmer, £Excellent+benefits

Crytek GmbH is one of the world's leading independent development studios for interactive entertainment. Based in Frankfurt am Main in Germany. Could you become part of our award winning team?

Requirements:

• 5 years+ experience in the games industry

• Developed an AI system for at least 2 high-profile titles

• Has worked in a lead position before

• Experience in state-of-the-art AI technology

• Experience in multiplatform development and making multiplayer games

• Debug and optimize NextGen Console and PC performance.

• Excellent C++ skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• Excellent software design skills

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills (must deal with non-programmers)

• Excellent mathematical skills

• Deep understanding of animation and physics systems

• Willing to relocate to Frankfurt am Main/Germany

• Takes initiative and is willing to expand his own horizon

• Passion for making games

• Ability to contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development

• Willing to accept and provide direction, work well under pressure, and handles multiple tasks

• Experienced in providing mentorship to junior programmers

• STL experience

• Has used UML or some similar modelling approach in the past

• Experience with scripting languages (e.g. Lua)

• Experience with multithreading

• Experience writing technical documentation

• Published contribution to AI research

• Experience with agile methodology

• Responsible for the technological vision, research and future roadmap of the team

• Provide technological direction and leadership to the team members

• Research cutting-edge AI system design and techniques

• Develop an AI system for a high profile game engine

• Supervise a team of AI programmers and assist in work process when necessary

• Maintaining the team’s backlog

• Responsible for the planning process and daily operation of the team

• Communicate team’s status updates and risks to the R&D Manager

• Mentor and inspire junior programmers

Renderer Programmer, £Excellent+benefits

Crytek GmbH is one of the world's leading independent development studios for interactive entertainment. Based in Frankfurt am Main in Germany. Could you become part of our award winning team?

Requirements:

• 5 or more years of professional game or similar programming experience

• Fluent in C++, strong software engineering and debugging skills

• In-depth DirectX 9/10 API knowledge

• Experience with HLSL/Cg programming

• Extensive multi-threading experience

• Low level profiling and optimization skills, ability to write memory and cache friendly code

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a similar degree or comparable experience

• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team

• Experience with STL

• Communicate status updates and risks

• Perform any other duties as assigned with accountability and responsibility defined prior to the commencement of these duties

• (Senior) Mentor and inspire junior programmers

• Master’s degree or higher

• Strong math background

• Substantial knowledge in 3D graphics algorithms

• Experience with Xbox 360 or PS3 programming, graphics API and optimization

• D3D11 experience

• Larrabee experience

• CUDA, OpenCL, compute shader experience

• Passionate about making games

• (optional) Develop, maintain, optimize and extend existing or new systems in CryENGINE

• (optional) Research, design and develop cutting-edge systems and algorithms for CryENGINE

• (optional) Develop relevant tools as necessary for the use by studio and licensee projects’ programmers and artists

• (optional) Work on various aspects of porting the existing engine systems and creating solutions to get the utmost of the platform

• (optional) Develop tools, plug-ins and other enhancements to a CryENGINE powered production pipeline.

• Develop, maintain, optimize and test the engine systems to work efficiently with the supported consoles and platforms

• Research and develop new systems as well as maintain and optimize existing systems inside the CryENGINE

• Work to meet the project’s schedule while breaking the process into manageable tasks

• Write clear, maintainable and portable code

• Document source code

• Write technical and software design documents

• Continue to enhance programming, technological and communication skills

• Coordinate with members of R&D and studio projects, including art and production, in order to improve the CryENGINE, meet the project’s objectives and improve projects’ quality and productivity

• Communicate in English. Work well in a team oriented environment.

• Willing to accept and provide guidance and assistance when required, work under pressure and handle multiple tasks

• Take initiative and contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of engine and game production and development

• Demonstrate ownership and responsibility

• Complete tasks in a timely manner and to a consistent high quality standard

• Be directly responsible for adhering to all company policies and procedures

• Safeguard the company’s assets and IPs including source code, art work, tools and technical know-how

• Demonstrate a desire to learn and grow professionally

• Willing to relocate to Frankfurt am Main in Germany.

Software Engineer PHP, £Excellent+benefits

Crytek GmbH is one of the world's leading independent development studios for interactive entertainment. Based in Frankfurt am Main in Germany. Could you become part of our award winning team?

Role Description:

• Develops and designs complex, integrated, distributed real-time systems in designated programming languages and database environment.

• Ensures applications and systems are fully compliant with requirements through appropriate unit and system/ integration testing.

• Ensures functional and technical design meets product and business requirements.

• Ensures appropriate, accurate, up-to-date technical documentation is available for systems and logic.

• Assists and supports testers with development and execution of test plans.

• Helps drive the delivery of successful, cutting edge products by working on a team with other highly talented Producers, Developers, and Designers.

• Performs other duties as required.

• Owns the development of one or more service components, from specification through design, coding, debugging, and deployment.

• Works closely with Operations to install, configure and operate developed features, as appropriate.

• Works with the Production, Design and Development teams to build a feature set.

• Works closely with QA engineers to ensure quality throughout the development cycle.

• Shares expertise and advises others in development of features across the service.

• Writes high quality, high performance code.

• Writes complete Unit Tests for developed code.

• Participates in the scoping and sizing of requirements using Agile development methods.

• Strong knowledge of object-oriented (OO) methodology; able to architect and design new OO systems.

• Strong PHP5 programming skills.

• Excellent knowledge about Zend Framework and tools.

• Profound experience in web-based architectures and technologies (AJAX, COMET, REST, XML, XSLT, SOAP).

• Javascript and HTML/CSS experience preferred.

• Familiar with OO design patterns and proven methodologies using UML.

• Understanding of Service-Oriented approach to development.

• Experience in implementing automated tests (PHPUnit) in continues integration environments (CruiseControl).

• Experience writing deployment and installation scripts for enterprise applications are desirable.

• Experience with standard revision control (SVN) and defect tracking tools.

• Experience in using Agile Methodology as a software development process following continuous integration programming, particularly SCRUM.

• Ability to thrive in a startup-like environment working with both on-site and remote teams.

• Motivated self-starter who likes working on very productive, fast-paced teams.

• Ability to skillfully navigate ambiguity in a dynamic environment.

• Ability to remain calm, poised, professional, and productive when under pressure.

• Maintains objectivity and seeks win-win resolutions when faced with tough problems.

• Passionate desire to build great products.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Passion for games.

• Education: B.S in Computer Science, or equivalent work experience

• Experience: 3+ years, particularly in Web2.0 technologies

• Zend PHP5 Certification

• Experience with XMPP, AMQP

• Experience in Social Network development

• Experience with OO databases (ODBMS)

Web Developer PHP, £Excellent+benefits

Crytek GmbH is one of the world's leading independent development studios for interactive entertainment. Based in Frankfurt am Main in Germany. Could you become part of our award winning team?

Role Description:

• Develops and designs complex, integrated systems in designated programming languages and database environment.

• Ensures applications and systems are fully compliant with requirements through appropriate unit and system/ integration testing.

• Ensures functional and technical design meets product and business requirements.

• Ensures appropriate, accurate, up-to-date technical documentation is available for systems and logic.

• Assists and supports testers with development and execution of test plans.

• Helps drive the delivery of successful, cutting edge products by working on a team with other highly talented Producers, Developers, and Designers.

• Performs other duties as required.

• Owns the development and customizing of one or more web development projects, from specification through design, coding, debugging, and deployment.

• Works closely with Operations to install, configure and operate developed features, as appropriate.

• Works with the Production, Design and Development teams to build a feature set.

• Works closely with QA engineers to ensure quality throughout the development cycle.

• Shares expertise and advises others in development of features across the project.

• Writes high quality, high performance code.

• Strong knowledge of object-oriented (OO) methodology; able to architect and design new OO systems.

• Strong PHP5 programming skills.

• Excellent knowledge in SQL (MySQL), JavaScript, CSS, HTML

• Deep knowledge in CMS (especially Drupal).

• Knowledge in Zend Framework and tools.

• Profound experience in web-based architectures and technologies (AJAX, XML, SOAP, JSON).

• Understanding of Service-Oriented approach.

• Experience writing deployment and installation scripts for enterprise applications are desirable.

• Experience with version control system “Perforce”.

• Ability to thrive in a startup-like environment working with both on-site and remote teams.

• Motivated self-starter who likes working on very productive, fast-paced teams.

• Ability to skillfully navigate ambiguity in a dynamic environment.

• Ability to remain calm, poised, professional, and productive when under pressure.

• Maintains objectivity and seeks win-win resolutions when faced with tough problems.

• Passionate desire to build great products.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Education: B.S in Computer Science, or equivalent work experience

• Experience: 3+ years, particularly in Web2.0 technologies

• Zend PHP5 Certification

• Experience in additional languages and web tools (JAVA, Flash, C++, .NET)

• Experience with Linux server systems

• Experience with Photoshop

• Experience in forum software development

• Experience with Atlassian products (Confluence, Jira)

• Experience in agile methodologies, especially SCRUM

Localisation Sales Manager, £Excellent + Benefits

Our client is a localization service provider offering translation, testing, dubbing, interpreting, website and software localization as well as layout and desktop publishing services.

From its headquarters in Spain, they operate both locally and internationally with clients from different business sectors, including videogames, IT, Engineering, Medical Devices and Energy sectors.

The ideal person should have a proven history for localization sales as well as an understanding of localization issues and the industry in general. This person will relocate and work from the company headquarters in Andalucía, Spain. Our client’s goal is increased sales and the development of new clients.

The company boasts an in-house staff of translators, project managers, testers, linguists, computer and DTP experts who, along with their extensive professional and cultural experience, have the ability to incorporate today’s market demands of quality, efficiency and flexibility into their work philosophy.

Tasks:

• Developing the business so that it can reach its potential in its market sectors

• Developing a profitable sales team

• Preparing quotes and closing sales

• Achieving a sales target

• Managing all telesales activities

• Establishing a strong portfolio of work

• Maintaining and developing the client database

• Supervising all sales and marketing communications

• Ensuring that customer care is maintained and enhanced

• Proven track record of successful language service sales

• Ability to analyze and identify new business opportunities

• First-class communication and presentation skills

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

• Extensive knowledge of the translation industry

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly

• Strong ability to develop and manage long-term business relationships

• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks

• Ability to work under pressure and in a target-driven environment

• Competitive drive and determination

• Proactive and self-motivated

QA Translator - English to Russian, £Competitive

My client are a world-class, one-stop localization service provider with more than 20 years of experience in localisations.

They currently translate documentation, software, manuals, websites, on-screen text and promotional material into and from 150 languages. Additionally, they offer desktop publishing, English and foreign-language voiceovers, testing and quality assurance. They are the most complete, competitive, and creative localization service in the business.

They are currently looking to employ an English to Russian Translator to join there already established QA/Localisation Team.

If you would like further information or would like to apply for this role please contact Jen Ruston at Aardvark Swift on 01709 876877 or jen@aswift.com

Senior Server Programmer, €Neg+benefits

Would you like to work as a member of an international and successful game development team?
Our client is looking for a talented Senior Server Programmer. They are seeking people with good all-around experience. The position is located in Barcelona, Spain.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Including the following - other duties may be assigned:

• Developing the server side components for highly scalable social multiplayer games using technologies like Java, PHP, MySQL and Apache

• Working together with the game teams to implement new features and services for social games

• Accurately provide technical level-of-effort and schedule estimates on short notice and with incomplete data

• Capable of organizing other programmers or junior programmers

• Cooperate with the other members of the team

• Customizing and tuning games to add new functionality and meet production standards

• Writing technical design documents, for milestones and internal use

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, or related field. Masters degree in any of these disciplines is a Plus

• Proven experience in server development using Java/Tomcat or Apache/PHP

• Proficiency in SQL/MySQL

• 4 or more years of experience in software engineering

• Strong track record of shipping projects on time

• Past projects that include live-deployed, highly scalable systems in production environments

• Attention to detail, meticulous and organized working habits

• Knowledge of standard software engineering and quality assurance practices

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with third parties when needed

• Fluent spoken and written English is required to communicate successfully

• You can effectively identify risks

• Experience with Amazon Web Services

• Knowledge of social networks programming

• Passion for games and some knowledge of the games industry

AI Programmer, £Excellent+benefits

Crytek GmbH is one of the world's leading independent development studios for interactive entertainment. Based in Frankfurt am Main in Germany. Could you become part of our award winning team?
Requirements:

• 5 years+ experience in the games industry

• Developed an AI system for at least 2 high-profile titles

• Has worked in a lead position before

• Experience in state-of-the-art AI technology

• Experience in multiplatform development and making multiplayer games

• Debug and optimize NextGen Console and PC performance.

• Excellent C++ skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• Excellent software design skills

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills (must deal with non-programmers)

• Excellent mathematical skills

• Deep understanding of animation and physics systems

• Willing to relocate to Frankfurt am Main/Germany

• Takes initiative and is willing to expand his own horizon

• Passion for making games

• Ability to contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development

• Willing to accept and provide direction, work well under pressure, and handles multiple tasks

• Experienced in providing mentorship to junior programmers

• STL experience

• Has used UML or some similar modelling approach in the past

• Experience with scripting languages (e.g. Lua)

• Experience with multithreading

• Experience writing technical documentation

• Published contribution to AI research

• Experience with agile methodology

• Responsible for the technological vision, research and future roadmap of the team

• Provide technological direction and leadership to the team members

• Research cutting-edge AI system design and techniques

• Develop an AI system for a high profile game engine

• Supervise a team of AI programmers and assist in work process when necessary

• Maintaining the team’s backlog

• Responsible for the planning process and daily operation of the team

• Communicate team’s status updates and risks to the R&D Manager

• Mentor and inspire junior programmers

Animation Programmer, £Excellent+benefits

Crytek GmbH is one of the world's leading independent development studios for interactive entertainment. Based in Frankfurt am Main in Germany. Could you become part of our award winning team?
Requirements:

• 3 or more years of professional game or similar programming experience

• Fluent in C++, strong software engineering and debugging skills

• Strong math background

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a similar degree or comparable experience

• Experience with IK/FK systems and facial animation

• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team

• Communicate status updates and risks

• Perform any other duties as assigned with accountability and responsibility defined prior to the commencement of these duties

• Master’s degree or higher

• Xbox 360 or PS3 programming experience

• Experience with STL

• Experience with 3DS Max or similar DCCs

• Experience with motion capture systems

• Experience with multi-threading

• Passionate about making games

• (optional) Develop, maintain, optimize and extend existing or new systems in CryENGINE

• (optional) Research, design and develop cutting-edge systems and algorithms for CryENGINE

• (optional) Develop relevant tools as necessary for the use by studio and licensee projects’ programmers and artists

• (optional) Work on various aspects of porting the existing engine systems and creating solutions to get the utmost of the platform

• (optional) Develop tools, plug-ins and other enhancements to a CryENGINE powered production pipeline.

• Develop, maintain, optimize and test the engine systems to work efficiently with the supported consoles and platforms

• Research and develop new systems as well as maintain and optimize existing systems inside the CryENGINE

• Work to meet the project’s schedule while breaking the process into manageable tasks

• Write clear, maintainable and portable code

• Document source code

• Write technical and software design documents

• Continue to enhance programming, technological and communication skills

• Coordinate with members of R&D and studio projects, including art and production, in order to improve the CryENGINE, meet the project’s objectives and improve projects’ quality and productivity

• Communicate in English. Work well in a team oriented environment.

• Willing to accept and provide guidance and assistance when required, work under pressure and handle multiple tasks

• Take initiative and contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of engine and game production and development

• Demonstrate ownership and responsibility

• Complete tasks in a timely manner and to a consistent high quality standard

• Be directly responsible for adhering to all company policies and procedures

• Safeguard the company’s assets and IPs including source code, art work, tools and technical know-how

• Demonstrate a desire to learn and grow professionally

• Willing to relocate to Frankfurt am Main in Germany.

• Report to: TBD and R&D Manager

Database Architect, £Excellent+benefits

Crytek GmbH is one of the world's leading independent development studios for interactive entertainment. Based in Frankfurt am Main in Germany. Could you become part of our award winning team?
Requirements:

• Education: B.S in Computer Science, or equivalent work experience

• Experience: 5+ years in enterprise RDBMS systems

• Very strong DB Architect with excellent knowledge about relational database design and development in high-performance, distributed environments.

• Database subject matter expert with deep experience in MySQL.

• Experience in partitioning, clustering and sharding patterns.

• Fundamental knowledge about analysis of hotspots for optimization of database structures and queries.

• Familiar with common patterns for relational database design.

• Experience with standard revision control (SVN) and defect tracking tools.

• Experience in using Agile Methodology as a software development process following continuous integration programming, particularly SCRUM.

• Ability to thrive in a startup-like environment working with both on-site and remote teams.

• Motivated self-starter who likes working on very productive, fast-paced teams.

• Ability to skillfully navigate ambiguity in a dynamic environment.

• Ability to remain calm, poised, professional, and productive when under pressure.

• Maintains objectivity and seeks win-win resolutions when faced with tough problems.

• Passionate desire to build great products.

• Experience in other RDBMS systems, e.g. Oracle, PostgreSQL

• Experience with OO databases (ODBMS)

• Experience in development of database applications for Social Network systems

• Experience in web-based architectures and technologies

• Owns the development of database systems, from specification through design, implementation and deployment.

• Works closely with Operations to install, configure and operate developed features, as appropriate.

• Works with the Production, Design and Development teams to build a feature set.

• Works closely with QA engineers to ensure quality throughout the development cycle.

• Shares expertise and advises others in development of features across the service.

• Designs and implements high quality, high performance relational database systems.

• Participates in the scoping and sizing of requirements using Agile development methods.

• Designs, implements and installs enterprise level relational database systems in a cluster environment.

• Assists and supports software engineers in integrating domain logic's data access layers to database systems.

• Ensures applications and systems are fully compliant with requirements through appropriate system/integration testing.

• Proactively maintains the health of database systems.

• Ensures functional and technical design meets product and business requirements.

• Ensures appropriate, accurate, up-to-date technical documentation is available for database systems.

• Helps drive the delivery of successful, cutting edge products by working on a team with other highly talented Producers, Developers, and Designers.

• Researches and recommends new technologies.

• Reports to: Technical Director

Engine Programmer

Crytek GmbH is one of the world's leading independent development studios for interactive entertainment. Based in Frankfurt am Main in Germany. Could you become part of our award winning team?
Requirements:

• 5 or more years of professional game or similar programming experience

• Fluent in C++, strong software engineering and debugging skills

• Profound and applicable knowledge of 3D related algorithms and data structures

• Extensive multi-threading experience

• Low level optimization skills, ability to write memory and cache friendly code

• Strong math background

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a similar degree or comparable experience

• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team

• Experience with STL

• Communicate status updates and risks

• Perform any other duties as assigned with accountability and responsibility defined prior to the commencement of these duties

• (Senior) Mentor and inspire junior programmers

• Master’s degree or higher

• CUDA, OpenCL, compute shader experience

• Xbox 360 or PS3 programming and optimization experience

• Larrabee experience

• Experience with HLSL/Cg programming

• Passionate about making games

• (optional) Develop, maintain, optimize and extend existing or new systems in CryENGINE

• (optional) Research, design and develop cutting-edge systems and algorithms for CryENGINE

• (optional) Develop relevant tools as necessary for the use by studio and licensee projects’ programmers and artists

• (optional) Work on various aspects of porting the existing engine systems and creating solutions to get the utmost of the platform

• (optional) Develop tools, plug-ins and other enhancements to a CryENGINE powered production pipeline

• Develop, maintain, optimize and test the engine systems to work efficiently with the supported consoles and platforms

• Research and develop new systems as well as maintain and optimize existing systems inside the CryENGINE

• Work to meet the project’s schedule while breaking the process into manageable tasks

• Write clear, maintainable and portable code

• Document source code

• Write technical and software design documents

• Continue to enhance programming, technological and communication skills

• Coordinate with members of R&D and studio projects, including art and production, in order to improve the CryENGINE, meet the project’s objectives and improve projects’ quality and productivity

• Communicate in English. Work well in a team oriented environment.

• Willing to accept and provide guidance and assistance when required, work under pressure and handle multiple tasks

• Take initiative and contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of engine and game production and development

• Demonstrate ownership and responsibility

• Complete tasks in a timely manner and to a consistent high quality standard

• Be directly responsible for adhering to all company policies and procedures

• Safeguard the company’s assets and IPs including source code, art work, tools and technical know-how

• Demonstrate a desire to learn and grow professionally

• Willing to relocate to Frankfurt am Main in Germany.

• Report to: R&D Manager/TBD

Tools Programmer, £Excellent+benefits

Crytek GmbH is one of the world's leading independent development studios for interactive entertainment. Based in Frankfurt am Main in Germany. Could you become part of our award winning team?

Requirements:

• 3 or more years experience with C++

• Fluent in C++, strong software engineering and debugging skills

• Experience with GUI programming

• Good knowledge of 3D math

• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team

• STL experience

• Communicate status updates and risks

• Perform any other duties as assigned with accountability and responsibility defined prior to the commencement of these duties

• (senior) Mentor and inspire junior programmers

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science, a similar degree or comparable experience

• Experience with consoles

• Experience in the game industry

• Experience using and writing plug-ins for DCC applications (3ds, Maya, XSI, Photoshop, etc…)

• Experience with scripting languages

• Experience with multi-threading

• (optional) Develop, maintain, optimize and extend existing or new systems in CryENGINE

• (optional) Research, design and develop cutting-edge systems and algorithms for CryENGINE

• (optional) Develop relevant tools as necessary for the use by studio and licensee projects’ programmers and artists

• (optional) Work on various aspects of porting the existing engine systems and creating solutions to get the utmost of the platform

• (optional) Develop tools, plug-ins and other enhancements to a CryENGINE powered production pipeline.

• Develop, maintain, optimize and test the engine systems to work efficiently with the supported consoles and platforms

• Research and develop new systems as well as maintain and optimize existing systems inside the CryENGINE

• Work to meet the project’s schedule while breaking the process into manageable tasks

• Write clear, maintainable and portable code

• Document source code

• Write technical and software design documents

• Continue to enhance programming, technological and communication skills

• Coordinate with members of R&D and studio projects, including art and production, in order to improve the CryENGINE, meet the project’s objectives and improve projects’ quality and productivity

• Communicate in English. Work well in a team oriented environment.

• Willing to accept and provide guidance and assistance when required, work under pressure and handle multiple tasks

• Take initiative and contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of engine and game production and development

• Demonstrate ownership and responsibility

• Complete tasks in a timely manner and to a consistent high quality standard

• Be directly responsible for adhering to all company policies and procedures

• Safeguard the company’s assets and IPs including source code, art work, tools and technical know-how

• Demonstrate a desire to learn and grow professionally

• Willing to relocate to Frankfurt am Main in Germany.

• Report to: TBD and R&D Manager

Senior Designer - Combat Systems, €Excellent+bonus

My client are one of the World's leading developers who after recent expansion now have studio's in five European countries. They create exceptionally high quality video games for all platforms and have forged an excellent reputation for the development of cutting edge engine and technical development.

They are looking for a Senior Combat Designer to join their design team. If you love accessible combat systems that empower players to do awesome actions. If you play current console action games and know exactly how to pare down the controls to the buttons that matter. If you can design systems that let players flow through a room full of enemies and tell your buddies how good it felt. If given a vision, can you run with it and make it work together with your team?

Then you are the person that they are looking for!

Requirements:

· Has shipped on 1 or 2 AAA console action games as a Senior Designer
· Average of MC 80+
· Experience with designing for 1st and 3rd person current generation console games
· Experience with creating systemic and accessible accessible combat systems
· Familiar with agile development methods
· A true gamer who knows all details of the latest blockbuster titles by heart, and knows how to make them better
· Passion for intense action and drive to make the best game ever
· Willing to relocate to Budapest, Hungary

Job Responsibilities:

· Take ownership of the combat system from design to ship
· Evolve and iterate the design
· Work together with the Lead Designer and report to Production Management

If you would like to apply for this role then please call Simon on 01709 876877, or via email: simon@aswift.com

Lead Designer - Major New IP!, £Neg+ Benefits

My client are one of the World's leading developers who after recent expansion now have studio's in five European countries. They create exceptionally high quality video games for all platforms and have forged an excellent reputation for the development of cutting edge engine and technical development.

They are currently looking for a Lead Designer for their Budapest studio.

The successful candidate will be part of a very experienced and passionate group of people; an integral member of a team that is responsible for developing and creating innovative IP’s and compelling video game experiences for a broad audience.

As Lead Designer, you are not only part of defining the user’s experience but are also training, guiding and mentoring the design team. With deep experience in design processes and systems, you will lead your team to success through critical insight and imaginative vision in collaboration with Senior Leadership, Production, and Publishing Partners.

As Lead Designer you are also the ambassador and evangelist for your discipline and craft. Using expert communication, diplomacy, and negotiation skills, you must adapt your leadership and communication style to accommodate multiple challenging situations and personalities.

Most importantly, you are able to make strong, self-directed decisions, with a focus on performance and results.

Please contact Simon on 01709 876877, or via email: simon@swift.com

XBOX 360 Programmer, €DOE + Benefits + Relocation

This is a great opportunity to work at a growing games development company based in Italy.

This company has a great location and an excellent benefits package. They have experience with relocation and make moving overseas a pleasure.

They are working on some interesting and innovative projects aiming for multi-platform release. They are seeking an experienced Xbox 360 Programmer.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Join the team responsible for the conversion of our product to Xbox 360;

• Define and coordinate artists activities related to the Xbox 360 migration;

• If needed, define and coordinate other developers on tasks related to the Xbox 360 version;

• Be involved also on the PC and PS3 development on strategical programming choices and as mentor/support for the rest of the team.

• Worked on at least 1 published console title;

• Developed on Xbox 360 platform for not less than 18 months;

• Strong C++ and debugging skills;

• Experience on resources and performances optimizations on Xbox 360.

• Experience with Microsoft’s TCRs;

• Multiplatform software development;

• Experience with Gamebryo or other cross-platform engine;

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Senior Software Engineer, £Excellent + Benefits

My Client, founded in 1998, is the premier provider of interactive software and services for digital media creators in the games and movie industries. With world leading expertise in physics, animation and tools, they have worked with some of the Worlds premier game development Studios as well as driving special effects on a number of high-profile movies.

This is a unique opportunity to work with the very best within the video game industry.

As a part of the product development team you will help design and build our core products and have access to the very latest in gaming hardware and tools.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent.

• Exceptional C++ skills and experience with object-oriented programming techniques.

• Strong 3d math skills.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

• Proven ability to work in a team environment on a shared code base.

• Background in-game development.

• Experience developing 3D graphics applications and tools.

• Low level optimisation skills.

• Experience working with established, large-scale software architectures.

• Experience working within and extending one or more scripting languages (e.g. Python and/or Perl).

Senior Animation Programmer, €Excellent

My client are one of the World's leading developers who after recent expansion now have studio's in five European countries. They create exceptionally high quality video games for all platforms and have forged an excellent reputation for the development of cutting edge engine and technical development.

They are currently looking for a Senior Animation Programmer for their Budapest studio.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and extend the development of our current character/creature animation system.

• Work where necessary to interface with projects and project systems, including AI and character control.

• Develop tools as necessary for use by project animation programmers and artists.

• Write technical design and software design documentation.

• Demonstrates a desire to learn and grow professionally

• 3+ years experience in the games industry

• Shipped at least 1 high-profile console or PC title

• Direct responsibility for online performance and functionality

• Familiar with technical requirements certification process for online titles

• Excellent C++ skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• Excellent OO design skills

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills (must deal with non-programmers)

• Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP and UDP network protocols

• Experience with Client/Server and Peer-to-Peer network architectures

• Extremely familiar in dealing with network-related problems (firewall issues, master-server, CD-Key authentication)

• Good knowledge of encryption, compression and lag-avoidance techniques

• Willing to relocate to Budapest/Hungary

• Takes initiative and is willing to continually learn and improve relevant skills

• Passion for making great games

• Ability to contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development

• Willing to accept and provide direction, work well under pressure, and handle multiple tasks

• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to focus on priorities and solve problems. Must be able to accurately assess time requirements and complexity of assigned systems. Must be able to design systems thoroughly and break into manageable tasks.

Senior Network Programmer, €Excellent

My client are one of the World's leading developers who after recent expansion now have studio's in five European countries. They create exceptionally high quality video games for all platforms and have forged an excellent reputation for the development of cutting edge engine and technical development.

They are currently looking for a Senior Network Programmer for their Budapest studio.

Responsibilities:

• Helps complete multiplayer and network code on PC or console based project(s)

• Extends networking code to support next generation console requirements, both low and high level

• Uses good communication and writing skills and creates documentation where required.

• Demonstrates a desire to learn and grow professionally

• 3+ years experience in the games industry

• Shipped at least 1 high-profile console or PC title

• Direct responsibility for online performance and functionality

• Familiar with technical requirements certification process for online titles

• Excellent C++ skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• Excellent OO design skills

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills (must deal with non-programmers)

• Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP and UDP network protocols

• Experience with Client/Server and Peer-to-Peer network architectures

• Extremely familiar in dealing with network-related problems (firewall issues, master-server, CD-Key authentication)

• Good knowledge of encryption, compression and lag-avoidance techniques

• Willing to relocate to Budapest/Hungary

• Takes initiative and is willing to continually learn and improve relevant skills

• Passion for making great games

• Ability to contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development

• Willing to accept and provide direction, work well under pressure, and handle multiple tasks

• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to focus on priorities and solve problems. Must be able to accurately assess time requirements and complexity of assigned systems. Must be able to design systems thoroughly and break into manageable tasks.

Game play Programmer, €DOE + Benefits + Relocation

This is a great opportunity to work at a growing games development company based in Italy.

This company has a great location and an excellent benefits package. They have experience with relocation and make moving overseas a pleasure.

They are working on some interesting and innovative projects aiming for multi-platform release.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Implement game-logic functionality and contribute to create entertaining game play, working closely with the Lead Designer and the Artists

• Profile, debug and maintain developed game code

• Excellent C++ and object oriented programming skills

• Worked on at least 1 published title and 2+ years experience in game development

• Good debugging skills

• Good knowledge of English language and good communication skills.

• Knowledge of source version control tools

• Multiplatform software development

PS3 Programmer, €DOE + Benefits + Relocation

This is a great opportunity to work at a growing games development company based in Italy.

This company has a great location and an excellent benefits package. They have experience with relocation and make moving overseas a pleasure.

They are working on some interesting and innovative projects aiming for multi-platform release. They are seeking an experienced PS3 Programmer.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Manage the conversion of our product to the PS3;

• Define and coordinate artists activities related to the PS3 migration;

• If needed, define and coordinate other developers on tasks related to the PS3 version;

• Be involved also on the PC and Xbox360 development on strategical programming choices and as mentor/

• Worked on at least 1 published console title;

• Developer on the PS3 platform for not less than 18 months;

• Strong C++ and debugging skills;

• Experience on resources and performances optimizations on PS3.

• Experience with Sony’s TRC;

• Multiplatform software development;

• Experience with Gamebryo or other cross-platform engine;

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Creative Director - Action IP with AAA Publisher-owned Studio, $DOE + relocation assitance

My publisher owned client has a history of producing the highest quality of AAA games. They are currently looking for a highly experienced Creative Director to join their team developing a new Action IP.

Job description:
• Determine guidelines in creating contents for various projects within the industry, including artistic direction, sound direction, the scenarios and the mechanics of the game
• Oversee all artistic aspects on projects to ensure a level of development that meets the industry’s highest standards
• Ensure to provide a clear vision and respect it through all stages of the project
• Provide artistic mentoring to your team
• Oversee all design documents delivered to the client
• Maintain a regular communication with the client and or licensees to ensure consistency of visual and conceptual projects
• Participate in the preparation of development plans and details of resources needed for production

Requirements:
• At least one project completed as Creative Director on a new generation console project
• Ability to communicate the projects vision and the businesses
• Creative spirit
• Excellent problem solving
• Excellent analytical skills
• Resourceful & initiative
• Demonstrates a high level of leadership
• Excellent teamwork
• Good ability to negotiate with external resources, suppliers, and head office
• Excellent knowledge of the video game industry in general

For more information please contact Simon on 01709 876877, or via email: simon@aswift.com

Lead Level Designer - New Action IP with 'AAA' Publisher backed studio, $DOE + relocation assitance

My publisher owned client has a history of producing the highest quality of AAA games. They are currently looking for an exceptional Lead Level Designer to join their experienced team developing a new Action IP.

As a Lead Level Designer you will be responsible of the level design in games and its monitoring in respect of production planning. As head of a level designer team you will be in constant collaboration with the artists, the Creative Director, as well as a team of programmers. You must be ready to join a team whose sole objective is to be the best in their field!

Description of tasks:
Under the responsibility of the Creative Director;
• Close collaboration with the development department to improve the software publication
• Elaborate and develop the level prototypes and game levels
• Validate the game mechanics developed by the department of Game Designer s
• Delegate and organise the work of your team
• Supervise the level design creation in the game
• Compose clear and detailed "Mission Walkthroughs"
• Supervise the integration of game elements, of Ias and of level scenarios
• Work closely with the Lead Modeler and the Lead Game Designer
• Develop and implement procedures and working methods in order to structure your department
• Ensure the quality and good topographical reading and event play levels
• Responsible for the map deliveries and their proper functioning
• Prepare and conduct evaluations of level designers

Requirements:
• Technical mastery of Level Design tools
• Ability to structure the organisation of work
• Good oral and written communication
• Oriented topology and architecture, you know how to create space for varies plays
• Enterprising, proactive and aggressive, you are a source of motivation for your team and your collaborators
• Rigorous in the management of your team, you respect the planning of the production
• You possess at least 3 years experience in Level Design using the proper tools or 3D Studio Max/MAYA
• Minimum of 1 project as a Lead
• Knowledge of some basic Script is a plus

Please contact Simon for full details on this exciting oppoortunity on 01709 876877, or via email: simon@aswift.com

Animator/Facial Animator, £DOE

My client requires an Animator with focus on Facial Animation.

This is an excellent opportunity to learn in a specialist area of games animation, work on some great projects and experience a new culture.

Requirements

• Experience with 3d animation and human motion in general.

• Experience with facial animation, focus on realistic

• Solid understanding of how the face moves

• Knowledge of animation using FACS system

• Background from movies, broadcast or games is required

• Knowledge of facial anatomy is a plus

• Good communication skills

• Flexible and able to handle different animation styles

• Should be fluent in English in written and spoken form

Games Operations Manager, £Excellent + Benefits

My client is an independent and privately-owned game development studio located in the beautiful town Villingen, Germany – surrounded by the famous Black Forest and the Bodensee.

Founded in 2004, the company is committed to making only AAA titles. Comprised of industry veterans with a shared passion for creating fun, innovative gameplay, my client is now developing original properties for the next generation of cross-platform multiplayer games.

The company’s international 40+ employees work in a creative environment more common to small and autonomous studios, while enjoying the financial stability and corporate support.

Role:

As Games Operations Manager, your role is to be the voice of the market and the community in the internal development team. Working closely with all the other departments, your main goal is to ensure a sustainable monetization framework for a free-to-play project in every stage of development.

Additionally, you are leading a small team responsible for community management, localization, and developer/customer support.


Responsibilities:

• Work with the Games Director and the leads to ensure revenue growth.

• Maintain consistency of the game’s monetization & community features in order to ensure a commercial success.

• Seek continuous workflow improvements in cooperation with the other team leads

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in information systems, business administration, media informatics, or similar.

• 2+ years of game operations experience in a comparable industry.

• Proven knowledge of online business models.

• Flexibility in terms of working hours.

• Very good knowledge of MS Office Products.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and

• Ability to work independently within very tight deadlines.

• Ability to drive excellent results from an interdisciplinary, multinational team.

• Fluency in German.

• Proficiency in managing database and wiki-type

• Avid gamer (ideally FPSs/MMOs).