We are AR/VR/Mixed Reality & Immersive technology recruitment specialists
Embracing a new wave of cutting-edge technology, we have recently launched TechNET-Immersive who are responsible for operating across Virtual/Augmented/Mixed Reality (including Gaming) across all Industry Sectors. This includes iconic start-ups, to powerhouse projects with global organisations.
Required to communicate to, sell to and negotiate with all levels of clients & candidates alike and deliver high levels of customer service to win preferred/exclusive business agreements for resourcing solutions. They are able to provide expert advice on job advertising, market salaries and skill sets.
The team work in verticals across the Immersive sector, including:
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Game Designer
Europe | Remote
Up to £60,000
A Game Designer is required to join a company that is at the forefront of merging entertainment and collaboration, contributing to the cutting-edge world of immersive virtual collaboration. They are on a laser-focused mission to combine the strengths of both the gaming industry and the TV industry, making way for a new category of entertainment. Together, with a world-class roster of investors and advisors, they are creating an incredible platform to help the world realise the full potential of immersive, gamified experiences.
The Role
As a Game Designer, you will be responsible for proposing new types and formats of games, collaborating with brands and intellectual properties, and shaping the direction of the company's game portfolio. You will need to have creative vision, strategic thinking, and knowledge of market trends to drive and explore new and exciting opportunities for the business, allowing you to be at the forefront of innovation. Why would you not want the chance to propose and shape new game types, formats, and collaborations?
Some of what you will be doing:
Ideally, your skills and experience will include:
Game Designer
Norway - Oslo
Posted: 23/08/2023
Salary: £50K
to £60K per Year
ID: 32999_BH
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Game Designer
Europe | Remote
Up to £60,000
A Game Designer is required to join a company that is at the forefront of merging entertainment and collaboration, contributing to the cutting-edge world of immersive virtual collaboration. They are on a laser-focused mission to combine the strengths of both the gaming industry and the TV industry, making way for a new category of entertainment. Together, with a world-class roster of investors and advisors, they are creating an incredible platform to help the world realise the full potential of immersive, gamified experiences.
The Role
As a Game Designer, you will be responsible for proposing new types and formats of games, collaborating with brands and intellectual properties, and shaping the direction of the company's game portfolio. You will need to have creative vision, strategic thinking, and knowledge of market trends to drive and explore new and exciting opportunities for the business, allowing you to be at the forefront of innovation. Why would you not want the chance to propose and shape new game types, formats, and collaborations?
Some of what you will be doing:
- Designing creative game concepts and prototypes, considering the target audience
- Researching market trends, player preferences, and emerging technologies for game concepts and formats
- Translating new game proposals into high-level design documents, including feature specs, level design, game workflows
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, game designers, artists, engineers, and producers to refine ideas into proposals
- Evaluate and recommend potential collaborations with intellectual property and brands that align with the company vision and target audience
- Creating pitch materials and presentations to advocate for new games/ideas and collaborations
- Working closely with licensing teams and legal advisors to ensure compliance and secure necessary partnerships/licenses
- Perform market research and competitive analysis to understand the landscape and inform decision-making
- Contribute to the game design process by providing insight and feedback on existing projects
- Collaborate with game design teams to iterate on improving gameplay systems, difficulty curves and player progression
- Collaborate with production teams to define and meet project deadlines
Ideally, your skills and experience will include:
- 5 years as a Game Designer, a proven track record of proposing and developing successful game concepts
- Knowledge of metagame systems and best practices in Mobile Games
- Unreal Engine
- Working on multi-platform games
- Using data, analytics, and other validation to inform game and system tuning
- Understanding game design principles, mechanics, and player psychology
- Ability to identify market opportunities and trends by analysing and researching
- A passion for gaming, a keen eye for innovation and engaging gameplay experiences
Lead IT Support Engineer
United Kingdom - London
Posted: 15/08/2023
Salary: £45K
to £55K per Year
ID: 32948_BH
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Lead IT Support Engineer
London | On-site
Up to £55,000
A Lead IT Support Engineer is required to join an award-winning, critically acclaimed AAA games studio. This studio's philosophy for game development is all about treating people well to create quality entertainment that stands the test of time. They are a one-project studio that built their success by combining genre-defining gameplay and character-driven cinematic narrative with AAA production values. This is a truly exciting opportunity to work with an established studio on major AAA projects and well-anticipated releases.
The Role
As a Lead IT Support Engineer, you will be responsible for resolving 1st/2nd/3rd line support issues within the studio related to the project they are working on. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including the game development team to provide technical assistance, maintain hardware and software systems, and ensure the smooth operation of the studio's technology infrastructure. You will also be leading/mentoring the support teams ensuring efficient task distribution. Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical problems, ensuring minimal disruption to the game development process.
Some of what you will be doing:
Ideally, your skills and experience will include:
London | On-site
Up to £55,000
A Lead IT Support Engineer is required to join an award-winning, critically acclaimed AAA games studio. This studio's philosophy for game development is all about treating people well to create quality entertainment that stands the test of time. They are a one-project studio that built their success by combining genre-defining gameplay and character-driven cinematic narrative with AAA production values. This is a truly exciting opportunity to work with an established studio on major AAA projects and well-anticipated releases.
The Role
As a Lead IT Support Engineer, you will be responsible for resolving 1st/2nd/3rd line support issues within the studio related to the project they are working on. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including the game development team to provide technical assistance, maintain hardware and software systems, and ensure the smooth operation of the studio's technology infrastructure. You will also be leading/mentoring the support teams ensuring efficient task distribution. Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical problems, ensuring minimal disruption to the game development process.
Some of what you will be doing:
- Overseeing the 1st/2nd line support team and IT function
- Interacting with and providing support to the studio's development teams, addressing hardware, software, network, and application-related issues
- Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical problems, ensuring minimal disruption to the game development process
- Ensuring all tasks are completed within deadlines and quality standards
- Supervising procurement of equipment and software licencing to support development practices
- Lead and contribute to the studio's projects, including hybrid working implementation, office expansions, and hardware rollouts/upgrades
- Maintaining and upgrading hardware, software, and network infrastructure to meet the studio's evolving needs
- collaborating with cross-functional teams to plan and execute technology projects, ensuring seamless system upgrades and deployments
- Maintain accurate documentation of IT systems, processes, and procedures
Ideally, your skills and experience will include:
- 1st/2nd Line Support
- Jira Service Desk
- Hardware/Software Support
- Training and mentoring
- Liaising with 3rd parties
VP of Technology
United Kingdom - Edinburgh
Posted: 14/07/2023
Salary: £150K
to £220K per Year
ID: 32732_BH
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VP of Technology
AAA Gaming
Open-World Project
I am working with a highly ambitious AAA gaming studio who are working on what will be larger than simply a game. This is a truly challenging and exciting opportunity for an extremely experienced industry veteran like yourself. As you would expect this is an extremely strategic position, and will also afford you the opportunity to grow into a CTO vacancy.
Key Responsibilities
- Foster a visionary and unified technology direction, driving innovation and optimization to enhance game development efficiency and quality.
- Lead and empower a high-performing team of 100+ tech professionals, fostering innovation and collaboration for unparalleled success.
- Create and maintain a comprehensive technical roadmap, ensuring transparency and progress towards key goals and objectives.
- Drive research and development to explore emerging gaming technologies and trends, unlocking opportunities for innovation and improvement.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of technology and gameplay elements.
- Oversee the end-to-end game development process, ensuring technical feasibility, scalability, and adherence to project timelines.
- Uphold a high standard of teamwork and clear communication as a key part of studio leadership.
- Establish a robust and scalable infrastructure for online gaming operations, leveraging external partnerships and cutting-edge tools.
- Monitor performance metrics, provide data-driven recommendations, and deliver regular reports to executive management.
- Manage the technology department's budget, optimize resource utilization, and attract top talent.
- Stay informed about industry advancements, competition, and best practices, identifying opportunities for product differentiation and competitive advantage.
Requirements
- Proven track record as a senior technical leader in the gaming industry.
- Extensive experience managing cross-functional technical teams.
- Strong expertise in game development principles, technologies, and tools.
- Deep knowledge of software engineering principles and modern development practices.
- Proficient in agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiarity with cutting-edge technologies like AIGC and cloud gaming.
- Solid understanding of network protocols, multiplayer networking, and security.
- Strategic thinker and problem-solver, adept at bridging business and technology.
- Exceptional communicator, skilled in collaborating with stakeholders at all levels.
- Ready to take the leap into the CTO role, the pinnacle of BARB's technology leadership.
Please apply here or send your CV/Profile to [email protected]