Software Engineer (Creative Digital - Unreal / Python)

Software Engineer (Creative Digital - Unreal / Python)

Hybrid, working from office in Glasgow City

Overview

FPSG seek a passionate Software Engineer to support digital productions and develop associated tooling solutions. This role requires a strong computer science foundation to build and maintain bespoke software solutions. Ideally candidates will have exposure to the digital creative arts and/or digital/video artists.

In this digital development role, the key responsibilities will include:

• Proactively develop new features and enhancements for existing tools and systems.
• Own problem solving, from diagnosis through to resolution.
• Work with production and development colleagues to maximise systems availability.
• Provide bug fixing and enhancement coding across Maya and Unreal Engine tools.
• Take ownership for the setup and usage of version control software Perforce.
• Seek opportunities to introduce automation solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand needs and deliver effective technical solutions.
• Continually seek to improve existing codebases to ensure performance and reliability.
• Support documentation and knowledge share, promoting best practices.

To be successful in this digital development role, you will need to demonstrate experience including:

• Degree educated in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar.
• A strong proficiency in Python coding.
• A high degree of familiarity with several of the following: Unreal Engine, blueprints, UE C++, Maya, Adobe, FastAPI.
• Strong working knowledge of version control/source code management software such as GIT or Perforce.
• A demonstrable track record in effective debugging, troubleshooting and resolving complex software issues.
• Experience with Agile practices such as Test Driven Development / TDD and a practical understanding of SOLID principles.
• Exposure to automation tools and methodologies.

Additional Information:

Please note where hybrid working can be flexible, the business often has responsive project needs; as a result, candidates are expected to be within an easy commutable distance of Glasgow city.

Please note at this time the client does not have a visa sponsorship licence in place.

Reward

An opportunity to join a fast-growing company, who have earned a reputation as unique and groundbreaking in their chosen field. Salaries and packages are bespoke to candidates depending on experience and breadth of exposure to the diverse and niche technologies highlighted above.

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