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Simulation & Visualisation Programmer
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Simulation & Visualisation Programmer
Simulation & Visualisation Programme
Position Overview
RBSL is working on projects to deliver training solutions for the British Army's new Challenger 3 (CR3) Main Battle Tank (MBT). Using Game Engines and 3D toolsets, we will be working with CAD, complex instructional and procedural data to deliver cutting-edge interactive training solutions.
This role reports into the Simulation and Visualisation Lead.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Simulation and Visualisation (S&V) Programmer, you will:
- Work on the design, development & integration of the Simulation and Visualisation capability.
- Perform tasks to design and implement software solutions that meet contractual requirements while contributing to cost-effective designs.
- Support in the validation of software systems, including:
- Generating test schedules
- Creating test and integration plans
- Writing/investigating technical reports
- Maintain organised project documentation.
- Stay updated with technical/engineering developments and apply this knowledge where appropriate.
- Develop gameplay systems, user interfaces, and data-driven training scenarios.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of development methodology and delivery pipeline.
- Collaborate with Customer, User, Engineering, and Procurement teams to resolve design queries, problems, and conflicts.
- Schedule own work to meet target timescales and deliverable milestones.
- Ensure the completeness and quality of tasks through self-verification.
- Provide engineering input to project submissions, including:
- Cost estimating
- Project plans
- Progress reports
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What Qualifications You Should Have
Essential:
- Degree-qualified in Games Programming, Games Development, Computer Science or a relevant games discipline, with post-graduate experience in a suitable programming role.
- Advanced knowledge of Unreal Engine 5, including:
- UE5 Architecture
- Custom tool creation
- Gameplay Framework (Multiplayer/Replication)
- Debugging & Optimisation (Unreal Insights)
- UMG Creation and Optimisation
- Extensive experience with object-oriented C++ development, including knowledge of design patterns.
- Understanding of the full software development lifecycle.
- Ability to identify and develop new software capabilities for the business and maintain legacy products.
- Good communication skills – capable of discussing technical solutions with non-technical colleagues.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and adapt to varying skill sets, personalities, or motivation levels.
- Aptitude for building trust, finding common ground, and cultivating strong relationships in customer/supplier and RBSL communities.
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Desirable:
- Agile development experience
- Experience working with CAD data in Games Engines
- Understanding of UML/SysML
- Visual Studio 2022/Rider IDE familiarity
- PlasticSCM/Unity version control
- Youtrack issue and task tracking
What We Offer You
RBSL fosters a supportive employer of choice, offering fantastic opportunities for career growth and personal development through technical, support, and leadership roles.
Compensation and benefits include:
- Competitive salaries (reviewed annually against market rates)
- Annual bonus incentive scheme
- 37-hour workweek (4.5 days)
- Employer pension contributions (up to 10%)
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Life assurance cover
- 5 weeks holiday (plus bank holidays)
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Health cash plan
- Salary sacrifice benefits (e.g., cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes)
- Discounts on high street and gym purchases (cashback available)
- Long Service rewards (additional holiday)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
- Free access to on-site gym
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