4501 IT & Software Developer jobs in the UK
Requirements
Must:
- Proficient in VR technologies.
- Experience developing with Unity and C# (academic, personal, or commercial projects).
- Basic understanding of game systems such as input, physics, animations, UI, and asset integration.
- Familiarity with version control (e.g. Git).
- Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical teammates and clients.
- Confidence to contribute ideas and ask questions.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, evolving startup environment.
- Comfortable working on multiple prototypes or projects at once.
- Eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute within a multidisciplinary team.
- Previous internship, university project, or small commercial project using Unity (desirable).
- Experience building for WebGL, PC, VR, or AR (desirable).
- Familiarity with 3D workflows, shaders, lighting, or optimisation (desirable).
- Understanding of basic game design principles (desirable).
- Experience working with interactive learning, simulations, or serious games (desirable).
- Drivers licence (for site visits or client demonstrations) (desirable).
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement gameplay systems and interactive features using Unity and C#.
- Build and maintain UI systems, player interactions, animations, and basic game mechanics.
- Integrate audio, video, and visual assets into interactive environments.
- Work closely with designers, instructional developers, artists, and product managers to turn concepts into playable experiences.
- Support the implementation of learning mechanics, simulations, and serious games.
- Quickly turn ideas and requirements into playable prototypes for testing and stakeholder review.
- Iterate rapidly based on feedback from internal teams and clients.
- Occasionally attend client meetings to demonstrate builds, explain technical constraints, and gather feedback in a clear, accessible way.
- Identify bugs, optimise performance, and maintain clean, readable, and maintainable code.
- Assist with testing across PC, web, and immersive platforms (where applicable).
- Document gameplay systems, technical workflows, and development processes to support future development and maintenance.
Description
We are excited to support an ambitious AI, Data, and Interactive startup that is entering a phase of rapid growth. We are looking for a talented and hungry Game Developer to join our thriving team in Caerphilly. Our company is focused on building next-generation learning and immersive products that incorporate game technology, dynamic AI-driven experiences, and creative content production. You will enjoy opportunities for career progression and expanded benefits as we grow. Join us in a creative, flexible environment where your ideas and contributions will directly shape our products.
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How many Game Developer jobs are in the UK?
Currently, there are 4501 GameDev openings. Check also: Unity jobs, VR jobs, OpenGL jobs - all with salary brackets.
Is the UK a good place for Game Developer?
The UK is one of the best countries to work as a Game Developer. It has a vibrant startup community, growing tech hubs and, most important: lots of interesting jobs for people who work in tech.
Which companies are hiring for Game Developer jobs in the UK?
The Scouts Association, Bluefruit Software Limited, SwapTix, Arctic Shores, Collect Solutions Ltd, Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ), NFU Mutual among others, are currently hiring for GameDev roles in the UK.
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The company with most openings is Experis as they are hiring for 98 different Game Developer jobs in the UK. They are probably quite committed to find good Game Developer.