Dlala Studios is seeking a lead programmer to join our award-winning team for the development of future titles.You will be responsible for leading the team in producing low error, well optimised code. Use your expertise and experience to help your team of programmers develop their own skills, you must guide, mentor and manage performance.As well as steering the team, you will plan, develop and maintain a wide range of game focused features, systems and development tools.Main ResponsibilitiesDefine the technical vision and plan its technical roadmapWork with other department leads to define milestone/sprint goals and deliverablesAssign tasks to the programming team, setting reasonable deadlinesAnticipate risks and propose solutions to complex issuesProvide technical oversight by planning and reviewing codeDesign, implement, and maintain systems and tools to support both gameplay and developmentWrite clear, maintainable, well-structured highly functional codeWork with existing code to fix bugsProfile and optimize to remove bottlenecksSync with the CTO, providing meaningful project updatesMentor, motivate and guide the programming teamManage team performanceAbout YouSignificant industry experience, including meaningful time spent demonstrating technical leadershipWorked on at least 2 console/PC titles throughout the development lifecycleExpertise in C#Professional experience demonstrating proficiency in algorithm design, understanding of complexity, and software architecture and designA good understanding of game technology, Unity Engine proficiency is a mustProven mentorship and interpersonal skillsExcellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate well with all disciplines, break down complex issues for various audiencesExperience working with small to medium sized teamsBenefits of Dlala StudiosFlexible start timesTech salary sacrifice schemeCycle salary sacrifice schemeUnlimited paid leaveFree yoga sessionsFree confidential support, advice and counselling through Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)Paid game subscription serviceLocation:This is a hybrid role, allowing remote working and/or working from the studio in, Witham, Essex.Salary:£65,000 - 75,000 (DOE)