Senior Programmer

Senior Programmer (Game Development): Developing and improving game systems and engine code in C++ for premium sports titles with an accent on performance optimization, bug fixing, and engine problem analysis. Focus on designing new systems, coordinating with production, and maintaining high-quality game engine code in an on-site Melbourne studio.

Location: On-site in Melbourne, Australia with required working rights; no visa sponsorship available

Company

Big Ant Studios is one of Australia's oldest and largest game developers, specializing in premium sports titles with studios in Melbourne and Adelaide.

What you will do

• Design and implement new game systems and improve existing ones using C++
• Manage programming tasks and coordinate with the production team
• Fix bugs and maintain the Big Ant Engine code base
• Analyze and resolve game engine issues such as load times, memory usage, and performance

Requirements

• Must have working rights in Australia; no visa sponsorship available
• Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years programming experience, preferably in game development
• Strong knowledge of C++ and basic engine/middleware understanding
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Nice to have

• Experience with current generation consoles (PS4, Xbox One)
• Experience with scripting languages such as Lua or Python
• Strong debugging skills

Culture & Benefits

• Central Melbourne location with daily lunches and public transport support
• Professional development support
• Inclusive and diverse work environment