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Middlesbrough · Fully Remote

Tools Engineer (Animation Focus)

Work with our client, an international AAA Studio, to design and architect new tools based on developer requirements

Our Mission

Radical Forge is a Middlesborough, UK-based developer that has provided co-development services on a range of AAA and indie titles. In 2021 the company created their first original IP, 'Brightpaw', which was published on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One/Series S/X, Google and iOS by Rogue Games.

Since its beginnings in 2017, the company has grown to over 70 incredibly talented, collaborative, and creative individuals. We are the sum of our skills, passion, and, most of all, our people. We firmly believe that treating individuals with genuine respect, understanding, and kindness creates a welcoming culture that allows creativity to thrive and for individuals to join together to create games they are genuinely proud of.

Your Mission

• Design and architect new tools based on developer requirements
• Collaborate with artists, designers, and other engineers for feature development
• Embed within content teams and work with Product owners to determine and fulfill workflow needs
•Identify and eliminate inefficiencies in the content creation workflow
•Is an example to junior engineers and can effectively mentor when needed


      Ideal Applicant

      • 5+ years of software development experience
      • Excellent programming skills/experience in C++ and C#
      • Experience developing Qt and/or WPF applications
      • Experience with animation, cinematic, and/or movement tooling
      • Strong communication skills
      • UI and UX design skills
      •Strong 3D math skills
      •Experience with databases and large datasets
      •Experience with game client/server architecture

      This role can be based in office or fully remote.

      Interested in the job but don't feel you match the criteria? If you feel passionate about this role or joining the Radical Forge team we would still like to hear from you! We value our company culture, and we’re always looking for creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds to join our team!


       

      Remote status
      Fully Remote
      Number of open roles
      1

      Radical Benefits

      • Open & Honest

        We keep our employees in the loop every quarter about where we are heading as a studio and what's going on behind the scenes.

      • Flexible Working

        We offer flexible work hours with the option to work from home part-time or always.

      • Employee Health Benefits

        We offer private healthcare, including a cash plan to help with day-to-day health costs such as dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more.

      • First Fridays

        Every first Friday of the month, everyone is free to work on group projects, self-directed learning, research games, and share what they've learned. 

      • Well-being Allowance

        Employees are able to claim back up to £50 a month for personal health and well-being costs. This includes gym and sports memberships.

      • Fitness Workshops

        We regularly have yoga and PT classes for all staff to get involved in. We also run online sessions for remote employees.

      • Paid Game Subscription Service

        We reimburse our employees for a chosen game subscription service. This can be Switch Online, Xbox Game Pass, Prime Gaming, Apple Arcade or similar.

      Our Workplace Culture

      We believe everyone does their best work when they enjoy what they are doing. We aim to provide a space where you can help us create the best games possible with a team you can bond with. 

      Middlesbrough · Fully Remote

      Tools Engineer (Animation Focus)

      Work with our client, an international AAA Studio, to design and architect new tools based on developer requirements

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