Job Type

Permanent

Bournemouth

United Kingdom

80000

Per annum
Skill Level

Key Skills

  • APIs
  • C#
  • NAT
  • Networking
  • Sockets
  • TCP
  • Troubleshooting
  • UDP
Job Posted: September 9, 2024
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Network Engineer

  • Permanent
  • Bournemouth
  • £75000 - £80000 per annum + + Benefits GBP / Year

Searchability

Network Engineer

  • Salary of up to £80,000 DOE
  • Fully Remote Role – comfortable to travel to office (on occasion) to South, UK
  • Deep understanding of NAT, UDP, TCP/IP
  • To apply please call 01244 567 985 or email [email protected]

ABOUT THE CLIENT:
Since 1998, this company has been at the forefront of creating engaging digital experiences for clients worldwide. Starting with web development, they quickly transitioned to crafting interactive Flash games, and over time, they’ve expanded into Unity-based game development. With years of expertise, they’ve continually adapted to the evolving tech landscape, consistently delivering innovative solutions and immersive brand experiences across various platforms. They are now looking for a Network Engineer to join them.

THE BENEFITS:

  • Be part of an innovative and exciting gaming company.
  • Work fully remotely from anywhere within the UK.
  • Join a passionate team that’s pushing the boundaries of online gaming.
  • Competitive salary and benefits.

THE NETWORK ENGINEER ROLE:

  • Design, implement, and manage network solutions for multiplayer games.
  • Ensure efficient and secure networking for online gaming, including matchmaking, server hosting, and load balancing.
  • Work closely with developers to optimize network performance for current and next-gen console games.
  • Utilise your knowledge of networking topologies such as NAT, UDP, TCP/IP, and sockets to maintain seamless player experiences.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues to ensure the stability of multiplayer environments.

NETWORK ENGINEER – ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

Required Skills:

  • 5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer.
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols, including NAT, UDP, TCP/IP, and sockets.
  • Experience working with multiplayer APIs and networking for online gaming.
  • Familiarity with matchmaking, multi-threaded coding, server hosting, and load balancing.
  • Previous experience with C# programming.
  • Knowledge of current and next-gen console compliance requirements.

Desired Skills:

  • Direct experience working in the gaming industry or on multiplayer gaming platforms.
  • Passion for gaming and understanding of industry best practices.

TO BE CONSIDERED…
Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to [email protected]. For further information please call me on 01244 567 985. By applying for this role you give express consent for us to process andamp; submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS: Networking, NAT, UDP, TCP, Sockets, APIs, C#, Troubleshooting

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