Our partner studio, an award-winning developer renowned for crafting visually stunning and technically impressive games, is looking for a Senior Porting Programmer to help bring their acclaimed titles to new platforms.
This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of console technology, contributing to the performance, optimisation, and delivery of high-end gaming experiences on next-gen hardware.
Role Overview
As a Senior Porting Programmer, you’ll be responsible for adapting and optimising Unreal Engine 5 projects for console platforms, with a strong focus on PS5. You’ll collaborate with a talented technical team to ensure smooth performance, efficient workflows, and high-quality releases.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead porting efforts for Unreal Engine 5 projects across multiple platforms
* Optimise performance and stability for console targets, with a focus on PS5
* Utilise Unreal Insights and platform-specific tools (e.g., PS5 Razor tools)
* Collaborate with production and QA teams using Jira and Confluence
* Troubleshoot and profile complex performance issues
* Contribute to improving the studio’s porting pipelines and performance processes
Essential Skills & Experience
* Unreal Engine (5+ years)
* Proven experience with Unreal Engine 5
* Shipped multiple commercial titles
* Hands-on development experience for PlayStation 5
* Strong understanding of performance optimisation and memory management
* Experience with Unreal Insights and PS5 Razor tools
* Proficient with project management tools: Jira and Confluence
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
* UK-based and eligible to work in the UK
Nice to Have
* Experience developing for Xbox Series X|S
* Familiarity with multi-platform pipelines
Technical Requirements
Applicants must have access to a suitable development setup:
* CPU: Modern 6-core or higher
* GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3070 or better
* RAM: 32GB minimum
* Storage: 1TB+ SSD
Why Join
You’ll be joining a highly respected partner studio pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in Unreal Engine 5. Expect a collaborative, technically minded environment where your expertise will directly influence the quality and performance of next-gen experiences.
Location: UK (Remote)
Employment Type: Full-time
Seniority: Senior
Interested? Apply now!