🎰 Game Developer - Manchester

IGT is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across global channels and regulated segments through gaming machines, sports betting and digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. For more information, please visit www.igt.com .

🥁 Position Overview

The software developer will be involved in an array of technical challenges including creating exciting, engaging products with innovative game concepts, while conforming to quality, regulatory, and jurisdictional requirements. This role sits in a cross-functional game development team including Producers, Project Managers, Graphic Artists, Mathematicians, Software Developers, Technical Artists and Test Engineers.

This role supports UK and International Casino games and products for other specialty markets. Central to the position is the candidate’s high degree of technical skill, flair for game development and ability to drive results.

🛠️ Key responsibilities include

• Deliver the game designer’s vision through understanding, designing and implementing game mechanics, paying particular attention to player experience.
• Work in partnership with Graphics, Maths, and PA teams to design, develop, and maintain new and existing products.
• Share code and technical knowledge among the wider team.
• Proactively extend technical skills and knowledge where necessary.
• Adhere to established code standards and conventions.
• Properly test, debug, and fix defective game code.
• Participate in code reviews.
• Participate in the internal and external release of games to testing agencies.
• Work with the project manager to ensure timely delivery of products.
  
  

📚 Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline – computer science / video games, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Understanding of State Engines and Event Driven architecture.
• Knowledge of C# or a closely related language.
• Experience with software development processes such as Waterfall, Agile, or Scrum.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• A high degree of initiative and problem-solving ability.
• Self-motivated & ability to work independently.
  
  

⭐ Bonus points if you have

• Experience of Unity and associated toolset.
• Previous experience of using a visual Source Code Client: Perforce, GitHub or similar
• Gaming development experience for UK category B1/B2/B3 games or equivalents
  
  

🎯 What We Offer:

• Challenging projects using cutting-edge technologies
• Continuous professional growth
• Flexible Working Schedule
• Excellent working conditions
• Budget for learning, sport and other perks
• Pension
• Life insurance
• Travel Insurance
• Private medical
• Private dental
• Gym membership
• 25 days holiday
  
  

📞 Our Recruitment Process

We aim to reply to all applicants. Interview process consists of several stages, each one allowing us to get to know you better, professionally and technically. It is also an opportunity for you to gain a better understanding of our culture and the work we do here.

The Stages Include:

•   Resume review
•   On-line Interview with Talent Acquisition Partner
•   Manager interview for shortlisted candidates
•   Live Technical Interview in office as final stage
  
  

Usually, the whole process lasts few weeks – we’ll keep you updated on each stage!

We aim to reply to all applicants. Interview process consists of several stages, each one allowing us to get to know you better, professionally and technically. It is also an opportunity for you to gain a better understanding of our culture and the work we do here.

The Stages Include:

•   Resume review
•   On-line Interview with Talent Acquisition Partner
•   Manager interview for shortlisted candidates
•   Live Technical Interview in office as final stage
  
  

Usually, the whole process lasts few weeks – we’ll keep you updated on each stage!

IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, and to creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, covered veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, federal laws or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.

All IGT employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.