Lead Programmer

Are you an experienced Lead Game Programmer ready to drive high-performing mobile game development from the heart of a creative and collaborative studio environment?

A leading mobile games studio is seeking a technically astute and team-oriented developer to join their hybrid casual games team and help shape the next wave of global mobile hits.

The opportunity:

As Lead Game Programmer, you'll oversee and contribute to every stage of the development process. From system architecture and code quality to team leadership and cross-departmental collaboration, this is a hands-on technical leadership role that impacts both the project's performance and the team's success.

What you'll be doing:

• Identifying and resolving poor code patterns to improve performance and long-term maintainability
• Distributing bugs to appropriate team members based on expertise and priorities
• Implementing game engine features into submodules to streamline development
• Improving and standardising UML design documentation and technical architecture
• Conducting code reviews and providing constructive feedback to ensure high technical standards
• Collaborating across departments to improve pipelines and enhance communication
• Leading project planning discussions, updating estimates, and ensuring realistic timelines
• Managing technical issues with diplomacy and clear communication across stakeholders
• Leading team meetings, supporting team morale, and promoting problem-solving culture
• Supporting recruitment by assessing candidates for technical ability and cultural fit

What we're looking for:

• Strong experience in professional game development, ideally within the mobile games sector
• Deep understanding of scalable architecture and clean code principles
• Proven leadership experience in programming teams, with a focus on bug tracking, time management, and team mentoring
• Solid grasp of UML design and ability to implement structured system architecture
• Excellent communicator who can clearly bridge technical and non-technical conversations
• Comfortable with cross-functional collaboration and driving improvements across disciplines
• Experience managing interpersonal dynamics within a team and resolving challenges constructively
• Confident in leading technical interviews and contributing to team growth
• Based in or willing to relocate to Leamington Spa, with a 5-day on-site working model (relocation support available)

If you're ready to lead with purpose, grow with a talented team, and help shape the future of mobile gaming, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now, or get in touch with Sam Moss -