Job Title

Tools Programmer

Job Level

Programmer 2

Location

Warrington

Package

Competitive Base salary + extensive benefits

Role

Juice Games has an opportunity for an outstanding C#/C++ programmer. You will be responsible for developing and supporting the in-house tools and plugins used in the Studio's next-generation console production pipeline.

Key responsibilities:

-          Designing, developing and supporting tools used in the Studio’s production pipeline

Key skills:

-          .NET 3.5 Forms programming and profiling

-          interfacing C# / Managed CLR / C++

-          Photoshop and 3DSMax plugin architecture

-          image file formats including JPG, PNG and TGA

-          continuous integration and distributed build systems

-          experience working with SQL databases would be an advantage

-          strong verbal and written communication skills

-          ability to work collaboratively in small empowered teams

-          experience of working in an agile project management framework (SCRUM) would be a bonus

-          self motivation, initiative and ability to work with minimal direct supervision

Essential knowledge and skills:

-          Bachelor degree in Computer Science or equivalent education/experience

How to apply

For more details, please contact Richard.Chipchase@thq.com or Julia.Young@thq.com

About Juice Games

Juice Games Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of THQ Inc. based in Warrington, UK. The studio is best known for creating the multi-million unit selling Juiced™ franchise. In 2005, Juice Games was voted Best New UK/European Studio at the Develop Industry Excellence Awards. For further information, visit www.juicegames.com .

About THQ

THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) is a leading worldwide developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software. THQ’s focus on creating innovative new IP is supported by a network of talented development studios that includes Volition Inc, Relic Entertainment and Rainbow Studios in the US, Blue Tongue in Australia and Juice Games in the UK. More information about THQ, our Studios and our games can be found at www.thq.com