Stellar Entertainment Software
Senior Generalist & Physics Engineer
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Physics Engineer (Senior) – Stellar Entertainment
About The Studio
We are a video game development studio with offices in Guildford, UK and Utrecht, Netherlands, nestled within thriving creative hubs for game development and publishing.
We prioritise quality and excellence, ensuring that players and partners are at the heart of everything we create.
For us, games are more than just gameplay—they’re about balancing how you play, what you see, and how it makes you feel, all while creating immersive, realistic experiences.
The Role
We’re seeking a Physics Engineer to join our rapidly growing team at Stellar Entertainment, contributing to an exciting new project.
If you’re passionate about creating believable, physically accurate worlds that push the boundaries of game development, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Reporting to the Lead Physics Engineer and collaborating with the Creative Director and gameplay teams, your work will shape the core mechanics that bring realism to our high-quality titles.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Generalist & Physics Engineer, you’ll:
- Work across gameplay, systems, engine, and physics to optimise code for target platforms
- Design and implement vehicle-related systems, ensuring smooth, realistic behaviour
- Conduct profiling, benchmarking, and CPU optimisation to enhance performance
- Identify and resolve bottlenecks that hinder gameplay
- Collaborate with designers and producers to refine handling feel for improved player experience
- Partner with platform engineers to exploit hardware capabilities and meet performance targets
- Review and provide constructive feedback on colleagues’ code, maintaining a high engineering standard
- Efficiently pick up unfamiliar systems, adapt quickly, and leave projects better than you found them
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Requirements
We’re looking for a strong C++ engineer with experience in physically realistic game systems. Your CV should reflect: ✅ Senior C++ engineering experience in the games industry, ideally in AAA projects or optimisation-focused work ✅ Proficiency in C++, with knowledge of both object-oriented and data-oriented design ✅ Strong game engine fundamentals ✅ Demonstrable expertise in 3D Maths and Physics, with practical application in game development ✅ Experience with source control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative code workflows ✅ Problem-solving and debugging skills to streamline complex systems ✅ Exceptional communication and teamwork abilities ✅ A passion for video games and familiarity with multiple genres ✅ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
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Benefits
Here’s what you can expect when joining Stellar Entertainment:
- Flexible hybrid working (3 days on-site per week)
- Holiday Accrual Scheme
- Work on international AAA titles
- Cutting-edge hardware for testing and development
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Private Healthcare Plan (including dental and eye care coverage)
- Pension Plan
- Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (wellness support)
- Regular team incentives and social events
Accessibility & Diversity
We’re committed to removing barriers to equality and fostering diversity, inclusion, and accessibility across our industry.
If you need any advice or adjustments during the process—whether it’s in recruitment or our workspace—please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Note: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance for this role due to site requirements. Applicants must be based in the UK with the Right to Work.
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