What Jobs are available for Software Developers in Guildford?

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. It couldn’t be a more exciting time to join us as we embark on new unannounced projects, pushing the boundaries of all aspects of the game to create a truly AAA experience.

The Role

We are seeking a talented and versatile Software Engineer to join our dynamic team at Stellar Entertainment. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting AAA titles and contribute to the development of cutting-edge games. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including game design, art, and audio to deliver high-quality software solutions.

This role is a generalist role working with a range of tasks;

• Audio Engineering
• UI Framework
• Various input devices & platform features
• Provide maintenance and upgrades within Unreal Engine
• Configure and manage build process (CI/CD)
• Support all developers including artists and designers
• Set standards by example
• Profile and optimise build process and the build itself
• Help with continuous improvement of processes and pipelines

Requirements

On your CV, we would like to see:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Proficiency in C++ programming language
• Experience working with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Benefits

What you can expect from us:

• International AAA game projects
• Access to cutting-edge hardware
• Flexible/hybrid working (we work 3 days per week on site)
• Great increasing holiday benefits including Christmas Shutdown
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private Healthcare Plan including dental and optical support, mental health, online GP
• Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Flu Jab Vouchers
• Regular Team Incentives and Social Events
• Brand new Guildford office
• Access to a well-stocked fridge and snack cupboard
• Opportunities to work with our Netherlands office

#LIHybrid

• Designing and implementing new features and functionalities for our web applications.
• Developing and maintaining RESTful APIs.
• Building responsive and user-friendly front-end interfaces.
• Optimizing application performance and ensuring scalability.
• Writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Troubleshooting and debugging complex issues.
• Participating in agile development processes, including sprint planning and daily stand-ups.
• Collaborating with the DevOps team to ensure seamless deployment and infrastructure management.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable full-stack web applications.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and testable code across the entire stack.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and implement new features.
• Develop and integrate APIs, ensuring seamless communication between front-end and back-end systems.
• Implement and manage database solutions, ensuring data integrity and performance.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
• Mentor junior developers and participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Ensure the security and performance of applications.

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable web applications using modern frameworks and technologies.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code for both front-end and back-end components.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate requirements into high-quality software solutions.
• Develop and implement APIs, database schemas, and server-side logic.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior developers.
• Optimize application performance, security, and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across the full stack.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selections.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Ensure seamless integration between front-end and back-end systems.
• Develop and maintain automated testing strategies to ensure code quality and reliability.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in full stack web development.
• Proficiency in at least one modern front-end framework (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end language/framework (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django, Ruby on Rails, Java/Spring).
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, database design (SQL and NoSQL), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, particularly in a remote setting.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a distributed team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership and drive projects to completion.