Careers - C++ Programmers

C++ Programmers

SN Systems has opportunities for C++ programmers to join our Bristol and Dublin teams, to design, test and develop software tools which will be used by the World's leading console games development companies. Within the teams, emphasis is placed on designing robust and maintainable applications. These applications include the SN Toolchain, debugging and performance analysis tools.

We are particularly interested in hearing from recent graduates and first job changers at the moment.

As a new graduate you will initially spend time developing tests to ensure you get to know our products and code base. This is a great entry point for starting your career as a developer, working alongside talented, experienced engineers.

If you join us with some experience you will primarily spend your time developing new features and maintaining the current product range. In addition you will be required to:

• Provide estimates for tasks
• Develop and deliver work to schedule
• Provide input to technical writers working for product documentation
• Work with support engineers on customer issues
• Participate in code and documentation reviews

Occasionally there are opportunities to attend conferences in the US/Europe and to visit customers to demonstrate products. Some travel between SN Systems' offices is also likely.

Qualifications and experience:

• Computer Science related degree or similar.
• Graduates will need to demonstrate strong C++ ability gained through their studies or similar.
• Experienced candidates will be required to demonstrate 2-5 years C++ experience in a commercial environment.
• We are keen to hear from candidates with > 2 years C# experience.

Skills required:

All candidates will be required to demonstrate an understanding of SN Systems products, and a genuine desire to work on them.

Experienced candidates will be required to demonstrate the following skills:

Essential

• Strong C++ and STL development skills.
• Demonstrable OO (Object Orientated) design skills.
• MFC 9.0 (VS C++ 2008) and practical experience of developing Microsoft Windows applications with graphical user interfaces (for example GDI).
• Visual C++ frameworks including ATL/WTL.

Desirable

Knowledge and experience of:

• Visual C++ frameworks including ATL/WTL.
• Debugger internals.
• Debugging file formats.
• Developing debuggers.
• MIPS, PowerPC or ARM architectures.
• Multi-threaded experience.
• Presentation skills.
• Team leadership/mentoring experience.
• Knowledge of MSBuild.

Package:

• Negotiable, dependent on experience.
• Excellent benefits package.

Locations:

• Bristol
• Dublin

Start date:

• Immediate

Application Process:

Candidates should submit a CV and a covering letter indicating why they are interested in the roles, and detailing their relevant experience. Applications should be sent to sncareers@sn.scee.net.

Candidates must be eligible to work legally within the British Isles.

About SN Systems

SN Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and develops the industry-standard development tools used by PlayStation game programmers worldwide. SN Systems has built a great reputation for understanding and meeting the needs of games developers, developing innovative software and providing first-class support. For further information, please visit www.snsys.com.

We currently employ approximately 80 staff, mainly engineers, in Bristol (HQ), Dublin and San Jose in a dynamic environment where change is the norm.