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Lead Software Engineer, portsmouth, hampshire
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Client:
The Multiplayer Group (MPG)
Location:
portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
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Posted:
31.05.2025
Expiry Date:
15.07.2025
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Job Description:
MPG | Lead Software Engineer
Remote | Based in the UK
At The Multiplayer Group (MPG), we specialise in creating high-quality multiplayer experiences for our partners through Co-Dev and Full-Dev projects.
Our people-first culture fosters a welcoming environment and a diverse team from across the globe.
We offer flexible working arrangements to accommodate real life.
Our team is spread worldwide, and we promote online and in-person gatherings.
We are committed to giving back to our communities, supporting education and sustainability, and have been Climate Positive since 2020!
Your Mission:
As a Lead Engineer at MPG, you will balance leadership and technical responsibilities, contributing through hands-on programming while leading a team of motivated engineers, fostering team spirit, and encouraging excellent results.
You will collaborate with industry leaders to design features, solve complex problems, and push technological boundaries, always aiming to help your team succeed and grow.
What you’ll be doing:
* Lead a team of Principal, Senior, and Software Engineers, managing performance and development to ensure excellent service to clients
* Design and implement features for external clients
* Work on areas including gameplay, AI, UI, Multiplayer, and Core Tech
* Identify and mitigate potential risks in solutions
* Apply sound software engineering principles to solve problems
* Minimize technical and maintenance issues
* Promote quality in development processes
What we need from you:
* Extensive experience in game development
* Mentoring and coaching experience
* Support for HR initiatives like development discussions, recruitment, and performance management
* Attention to detail and ability to interpret directions
* Strong technical skills and ability to complete tasks on time
* Good communication skills and receptiveness to feedback
* Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and optimization skills
* Knowledge of Unreal Engine, Unity, or other engines
* Experience with PC and console platforms
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