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Based in the heart of Leamington Spa, Pixel Toys have spent over a decade pushing the capabilities of mobile gaming. We have developed multiple award-winning titles, including: Warhammer 40,000: Freeblade, Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realm War; and we’re now excited to be exclusively working on a new game, unlike ANYTHING we’ve done previously! As a forward thinking and innovative studio we are always looking for new technologies and techniques to develop and use in our games and make them even more engaging experiences for our customers. We are excited to continue to grow our team and are always on the lookout for highly talented and motivated individuals, who are passionate about gaming and excited to join us on our ambitious journey! The Role: Join us at Pixel Toys as a Lead Technical Artist and bridge between imagination and implementation, managing and mentoring a talented team of technical artists to establish best-in-class processes across the entire studio. Working closely with our art and code departments, you will design and execute sophisticated technical approaches that deliver on the creative vision while staying firmly within budget. By proactively identifying new technologies and industry developments, you will ensure our studio remains at the cutting edge, utilising the latest techniques to produce high-fidelity, performance-friendly assets. Your day-to-day will involve monitoring technical pipelines from initial specification through to final in-game implementation, ensuring every asset fits within memory budgets and performance guidelines. You will support Art, Engineering, and Design teams by resolving complex technical bottlenecks and creating detailed, accessible documentation for toolsets and workflows that the whole team can rely on. Beyond the technical, you will drive and refine best practices across disciplines, ensuring our standards are regularly reviewed for maximum efficiency and quality. As a leader, you will break down high-level project briefings into actionable tasks, maintaining clear tracking lists for yourself and your team to keep development on rails. You will set a high bar for professional conduct, serving as an example for both internal staff and external partners through your work ethic and communication. About you: Joining us as a seasoned leader you will have navigated the full development cycle, having shipped at least one title in a Lead Technical Artist or equivalent role. Your deep technical fluency in Unity allows you to move seamlessly between art and engineering, while your experience in shader creation and HLSL gives you the power to push visual boundaries. You will also bring a versatile toolkit to the table, featuring exposure to C#, Python, and Mel, which you use to build tools and streamline workflows that make life easier for everyone on the team. Leadership is second nature to you, taking genuine pride in mentoring others and fostering a collaborative environment. As a creative problem solver you possess the rare ability to look at a complex technical bottleneck and find an elegant, innovative way through it. Above all, you are fueled by a relentless passion for games and a drive to create stunning game visuals that set new standards for the industry. What can Pixel Toys offer? At Pixel Toys we are proud of the progressive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment we have created; a place where everyone has the opportunity to be themselves and is welcomed and valued for who they are and what they contribute. We have some fantastic benefits we offer our employees… Here are just some of them: • Competitive salary, reviewed annually, • 25 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays, • Discretionary Bonus Scheme, • Up to 3 additional long service days (duvet days!), • Private Medical Insurance (including optical and dental), • Company Pension scheme, • Death in Service benefit, • Regular socials including epic summer and Christmas parties!, • Staff training and development, • Quarterly Wellness days (On-site massages and more), • Flexi-time working hours

Senior Network Engineer Location: Leek Wootton (CV35 7QA) - Hybrid (typically 2-3 days onsite, flexibility required) Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 total package (including allowance & on-call) Sponsorship: Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available VIQU have partnered with a well-established public sector organisation delivering critical digital services across a large, complex environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking Digital Services team, where you'll play a key role in shaping and supporting enterprise-scale network infrastructure. As a Senior Network Engineer, you'll sit within a Strategy and Architecture-focused team, contributing to the design, build, and continuous improvement of both physical and virtual network environments. You'll work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure the network estate is secure, scalable, and aligned with organisational needs. Key Responsibilities * Design, build, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure * Support architectural improvements and emerging technology adoption * Carry out impact analysis and ensure quality of system changes * Collaborate with third-party providers and internal stakeholders * Produce and maintain technical documentation Core Tech & Experience * Strong experience with Cisco, Azure, AWS, Zscaler, SolarWinds, Sentinel * Knowledge of SD-WAN, VLANs, Azure vWAN * Experience with static & dynamic routing * Understanding of network monitoring, ITSM, ISO 20000 * Experience working in large, complex environments On-Call * 1 week in 4 rota * Additional pay included in overall package * Low call-out volume (typically remote when required) This is a great opportunity for an experienced Network Engineer operating at a senior level to work on impactful infrastructure within a collaborative and evolving environment. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or contact Aaron Chiverton on (see below). Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).

Industrial Manufacturing Engineer - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to take your career to the next level? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation that is shaping the future of manufacturing and engineering. As an Industrial Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a vital role in delivering innovative solutions that optimise processes, enhance efficiency, and contribute to the production of high-quality products. This company offers an inspiring environment where your expertise will be valued, and your professional growth supported through exciting projects and cutting-edge methodologies. What You Will Do: - Analyse and present statistical data to plan, monitor, and optimise labour requirements across production facilities. - Drive efficiency and productivity targets during the strategy phase of vehicle development. - Conduct benchmarking activities, Design for Assembly (DFA) analysis, and synthetic time deployment. - Collaborate with production plants to ensure assignment allocation aligns with operational needs. - Manage projects independently, developing and executing best practices for industrial engineering. - Deliver hours-per-car reporting and incorporate productivity improvements into programme plans. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience in assembly operations within manufacturing. - Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and Design for...

Are you passionate about automation and looking to lead cutting-edge projects in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment? Our client, 3P Innovation, are a leader in automated machinery for the pharmaceutical, medical device, and FMCG industries, and they are seeking a Senior Controls Systems Engineer. What Youll Do: * Lead the design, programming, commissioning, and support of PLC and HMI/SCADA systems across bespoke machinery projects worldwide. * Mentor junior engineers and review technical work, while remaining hands-on with coding and system architecture. * Work with clients and internal teams to define requirements, assess technical risks, and support sales processes. * Develop and maintain technical documentation, including software design specifications, test records, and O&M manuals. * Support system validation, FATs, onsite commissioning, and handover to customers. * Contribute to continuous improvement of 3Ps standard code libraries and processes. * Opportunity to work with robotics, vision systems, and other emerging technologies as required. What Were Looking For: * 5 years experience designing and coding PLC & HMI/SCADA systems (Beckhoff or Siemens). * Strong knowledge of servo motion control and industrial communication protocols (EtherCAT, Profinet, CAN, IP, Serial). * Familiarity with IEC61131-3, structured text, object-oriented programming, and Git version control. * Excellent English communication skills; willing and able to travel internationally (5% of the time). Desirable: * Experience in pharmaceutical automation, GAMP5 / 21CFR11 / EU Annex 11 compliance. * Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic principles. * Exposure to machine vision, robotics, SCADA/MES, .NET, and SQL. Why 3P Innovation? * Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation, collaboration, and integrity. * Work on exciting projects delivering bespoke automation solutions for global clients. * Opportunity for personal growth, technical leadership, and mentoring within a supportive team. If youre a driven, hands-on controls engineer ready to take ownership of complex systems and lead technical excellence, wed love to hear from you. JBRP1_UKTJ

BESS Design Engineer Rugby £40,000 - £50,000 + Progression + Renewable Energy + Technical Leadership + Growing Business An excellent opportunity for a BESS Design Engineer to join a rapidly expanding organisation operating at the forefront of renewable energy, battery storage and smart grid solutions. This role offers the chance to take technical ownership of commercial-scale Battery Energy Storage System design while playing a key role in delivering innovative low-carbon energy projects across the UK. This organisation has developed a strong reputation for delivering high-quality renewable and smart energy solutions across commercial and public sector projects. With significant growth in battery storage and grid connected systems, they are now seeking a technically strong BESS Design Engineer to lead design and specification activities while supporting project delivery. This is a long-term opportunity with clear technical progression within a forward-thinking industry. As a Battery Specialist, your responsibilities will include: • Designing commercial-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems, • Producing detailed technical documentation including single-line diagrams, cable schedules, layout drawings and equipment specifications., • Ensuring compliance with G99/G100, BS 7671, DNO requirements and relevant fire safety regulations., • Maintaining up to date knowledge of battery technologies and regulatory developments. The successful Battery Specialist should have: • Minimum 3 years' experience in PV and/or battery energy storage system design and specification., • Proven experience designing commercial-scale BESS projects., • Strong understanding of lithium-ion battery technologies, BMS architecture and grid integration., • Knowledge of BS 7671, G99/100, and DNO connection processes. Keywords: Battery Specialist, BESS Engineer, Battery Energy Storage Systems, Energy Storage Engineer, Renewable Energy Engineer, Solar PV, Lithium-Ion Batteries, NMC, LFP, Battery Management Systems, Grid Connected Systems, G99, G100, BS 7671, DNO Applications, HV Systems, MV Systems, Electrical Design Engineer, AutoCAD, Commissioning Engineer, Smart Energy, Rugby, Northampton, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, Leicester, Corby, Kettering, East Midlands, This vacancy is being advertised by Accelerated People Management Ltd. The services of Accelerated People Management Ltd are that of an Employment Agency. Accelerated People Management Ltd can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed. JBRP1_UKTJ

Experienced Unity Programmer Programming - Leamington Spa, Warwickshire (Hybrid) Based in the heart of Leamington Spa, Pixel Toys have spent over a decade pushing the capabilities of mobile and VR gaming. We have developed multiple award-winning titles, including: Warhammer 40,000: Freeblade, Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realm War; and were now excited to be exclusively working on a new game, unlike ANYTHING weve done previously! As a forward thinking and innovative studio we are always looking for new technologies and techniques to develop and use in our games and make them even more engaging experiences for our customers. We are excited to continue to grow our team and are always on the lookout for highly talented and motivated individuals, who are passionate about gaming and excited to join us on our ambitious journey! The Role: Join us as an experienced Unity programmer at Pixel Toys and dive into an exciting team at a critical stage of development, tasked with pushing the absolute limits of the latest mobile and tablet hardware. Take ownership of developing key systems within the game's codebase, ensuring our projects are as entertaining as they are technically robust. Your influence will extend beyond the code as you collaborate actively with discipline leads to set high technical standards and define performance budgets that keep our games running beautifully on a wide range of devices. In this role, you will thrive in a flexible and creative environment where your ideas are not just heard, but encouraged. You will be instrumental in architecting sophisticated, easy-to-use code that streamlines the development process and empowers the rest of the studio. By balancing technical excellence with a player-first mindset, you will help us transform the Unity Engine into a powerhouse for creating wonderful, world-class mobile experiences. About you: With significant experience in a similar role, you will bring a broad and deep understanding of the diverse systems required to power high-end mobile games. Acting as a pivotal member of the team, you will take a hands-on approach in shaping our systems design, selecting the third-party services we integrate, and architecting the core components that support our titles. Your background with at least one fully shipped game where you were involved through every phase of development will give you a holistic view of what it takes to move from initial concept to a polished global launch. Your professional experience of Unity and C# is matched by a solid understanding of modern coding processes, standards, and methodologies. Excelling at prototyping and rapid iteration, you possess the agility to test new features quickly without sacrificing long-term stability. Beyond your technical prowess, you are a creative problem solver and an excellent communicator who brings high levels of enthusiasm to every challenge. You are a self-motivated, proactive team player with a personal drive to deliver code of the highest standard while supporting those around you to do the same. What can Pixel Toys offer: At Pixel Toys we are proud of the progressive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment we have created; a place where everyone has the opportunity to be themselves and is welcomed and valued for who they are and what they contribute. We have some fantastic benefits we offer our employees Here are just some of them: Competitive salary, reviewed annually 25 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays Discretionary Bonus Scheme Up to 3 additional long service days (duvet days!) Private Medical Insurance (including optical and dental) Company Pension scheme Death in Service benefit Regular socials including epic summer and Christmas parties! Staff training and development Quarterly Wellness days (On-site massages and more) Flexi-time working hours Recruitment selection is based on skills, experience and a good Pixel Toys mission and values fit. TPBN1_UKTJ

Our client is seeking a talented and hands‑on Electronics Technician to join their multidisciplinary team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem‑solving and contributing to innovative product development. You'll work closely with engineers across multiple projects, helping bring early‑stage concepts and prototypes to life. The Electronics Technician will: Work in a design and development environment rather than production, applying creativity, collaboration and practical thinking to daily tasks. Support several projects at once, managing competing requests and proactively gathering information when given high‑level briefs. Carry out precise hand‑soldering and rework on PCB assemblies, including fine‑pitch SMDs, BGAs, circuit modifications, and prototype circuit builds. Build, modify and repair small batches of prototype boards, cables, devices and test fixtures to support ongoing development work. Keep accurate documentation of circuit changes, build states and test results for PCB assemblies. Assist in the safe design, construction and commissioning of test rigs, demo models and exhibition units, ranging from desktop devices to full‑scale mock‑ups. The Electronics Technician will have: Strong experience in hand‑soldering and reworking fine‑pitch surface‑mount components, including performing detailed cut‑and‑strap circuit modifications. A solid working knowledge of practical electronics and a genuine enthusiasm for how products are created and delivered. A proactive, can‑do attitude with good time‑management skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, varied environment. A recognised qualification such as an HNC or HND in Electronics (or equivalent). Some experience using PCB layout or electronic design tools — Altium knowledge is an advantage, but training can be provided. An interest in contributing to PCB layout tasks and helping maintain component libraries within CAD tools. If you're an enthusiastic, hands‑on Electronics Technician looking for an engaging and varied role within a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and we'll be in touch

Toolroom Machinist / Toolmaker Leamington Spa area Permanent | Full-Time What’s on Offer Basic salary up to £40,296.06 Up to 10% annual bonus Generous pension scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Ongoing training and technical development Long-term stability within a well-invested engineering manufacturer The Toolroom Machinst Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Toolroom Machinist / Toolmaker to join a highly respected engineering manufacturer in the Leamington Spa area. Working within a well-equipped, in-house Toolroom, you will support both prototype and production operations by manufacturing, maintaining and improving tooling to the highest standards. This is a hands-on precision engineering role offering variety, responsibility and long-term security within a strong manufacturing environment. The Toolroom Machinst Role You will be responsible for producing and maintaining tooling, jigs, fixtures and precision machined components that support manufacturing operations. Key responsibilities include: Manufacture and repair of production jigs, fixtures and tooling Producing precision components to engineering drawings Manual turning and milling Surface grinding Bench fitting including drilling, tapping, reaming and tool assembly CNC turning or milling (experience preferred; development available) Inspection of components using micrometers, verniers and gauges Supporting tooling maintenance within the production facility Collaborating with production and design teams where required About You We are looking for someone who: Holds a recognised engineering qualification or apprenticeship (C&G, ONC, NVQ or equivalent) Has proven experience as a Toolroom Machinist, Toolmaker or Precision Machinist Is confident using manual machining equipment Has CNC milling or turning experience (or willingness to develop) Can read and interpret engineering drawings Is capable of working to tight tolerances Has strong knowledge of cutting tools, machining principles and materials Works well within a small, collaborative engineering team Takes pride in quality, accuracy and safe working practices This position would suit a skilled precision engineer who enjoys working across the full lifecycle of tooling manufacture and repair within a stable and forward-thinking manufacturing business. INDH

System Integration Engineer - (phone number removed) - £33.99/hr (Umbrella Rate) (Inside IR35) Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Step into the exciting world of automotive innovation as a System Integration Engineer. This is your chance to work on groundbreaking projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and make a real impact in the fast-paced automotive industry. The role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge, professional growth, and the opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge vehicle systems. What You Will Do: • Design and develop comprehensive system integration test cases to ensure optimal performance., • Manage and maintain test assets such as HIL, VITAL rigs, and prototype vehicles., • Integrate and harmonise Visibility Systems into the wider vehicle System of Systems., • Lead and participate in cross-functional technical reviews to enhance system functionality., • Conduct issue resolution and perform objective data analysis to drive improvements., • Support team members and stakeholders in understanding and applying Systems Engineering methodologies. What You Will Bring: • Proven experience across all stages of the Systems V cycle, with a focus on System and Sub-System expertise., • Strong skills in generating robust and comprehensive test cases from requirements., • Hands-on experience with D-Space rig operation and automotive networking tools such as CANalyzer and CANape., • A solid understanding of diagnostics, fault handling techniques, and safety-critical systems, including standards like ISO26262 or IEC61508., • Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely. In this role, you will play an integral part in shaping the future of automotive systems, contributing to the development of innovative and safety-critical technologies. The company values collaboration, precision, and a forward-thinking approach, making it an ideal environment for driven professionals who are passionate about engineering excellence. Location: This role is based in Gaydon, a hub of automotive innovation and engineering expertise. Interested?: If you're ready to accelerate your career and make a real difference in the automotive industry, don't wait. Apply now for the System Integration Engineer role and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding future! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

Geometry Integration Lead Engineer - (phone number removed) - £33.99/hr (Umbrella Rate) (Inside IR35) Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? This is your chance to join a leading company in the automotive sector, renowned for its innovative approaches and commitment to excellence. As a Geometry Integration Lead Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of vehicle design, working on cutting-edge projects that push boundaries and inspire progress. This company offers an exciting environment where your expertise will make a real impact, all while enjoying a collaborative and forward-thinking culture. What You Will Do: • Lead the geometric integration of components within the Closures and Exteriors group, ensuring systems and features are seamlessly incorporated into the vehicle., • Develop and deliver packaging proposals optimised for weight, cost, and customer experience., • Conduct CAD studies to ensure geometric targets and standards are met or exceeded., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical conflicts and support system integration., • Assist in delivering high-quality, clash-free geometry while adhering to strict timing constraints., • Protect space in the vehicle for future technologies and features, ensuring adherence to package-owned standards. What You Will Bring: • Proven experience in product design within at least one functional area., • Proficiency in CATIA V6 for packaging design and geometric integration., • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage issues effectively., • Excellent communication skills, including presentation, written, and verbal abilities., • A well-rounded knowledge of vehicle types, propulsion systems, and subsystems. This role is critical to the company's mission of delivering world-class vehicles that exceed customer expectations. By joining as a Geometry Integration Lead Engineer, you'll contribute to the development of innovative solutions that align with the company's values of quality, performance, and customer satisfaction. You'll be part of a team dedicated to integrating systems, balancing attributes, and achieving engineering excellence. Location: This role is based in Gaydon, a hub of innovation and engineering expertise, offering an inspiring environment to excel in your career. Interested?: Don't miss this opportunity to step into a dynamic role where your skills will shine. Apply now to become a Geometry Integration Lead Engineer and join a team shaping the future of automotive design! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

Senior Game Designer Design - Leamington Spa, Warwickshire (Hybrid) Based in the heart of Leamington Spa, Pixel Toys have spent over a decade pushing the capabilities of mobile and VR gaming. We have developed multiple award-winning titles, including: Warhammer 40,000: Freeblade, Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realm War; and were now excited to be exclusively working on a new game, unlike ANYTHING weve done previously! As a forward thinking and innovative studio we are always looking for new technologies and techniques to develop and use in our games and make them even more engaging experiences for our customers. We are excited to continue to grow our team and are always on the lookout for highly talented and motivated individuals, who are passionate about gaming and excited to join us on our ambitious journey! The Role: Join us and play a key role in shaping the future of the game, driving features that keep players engaged, strengthen long-term retention, and move the product forward. This is your opportunity to help translate the Game Director's vision into systems and experiences that feel authentic, intuitive, rewarding, and sustainable in a live F2P (Free-to-Play) game. As a Senior Game Designer, youll drive the design and evolution of key features from concept through to live operation on a live midcore mobile RPG. Turn product goals into clear systems, feature scopes, and player-facing experiences that work both creatively and commercially. Youll work closely with the Game Director and pod leadership to shape priorities and solve problems as they emerge. A big part of the role is representing the product vision within the team and making thoughtful calls that balance player value, production realities, and long-term game health. Day-to-day, youll collaborate with engineering, UX, art, audio, and QA to bring features to life, making sure designs are well-defined, practical to implement, and delivered to a high standard. Youll also work closely with product, analytics, and live ops to make sure features launch smoothly, perform well in the live game, and deliver real value for both players and the business. Beyond the features you lead, we expect senior designers to raise the bar for the wider game. That might mean helping other teams refine their ideas, spotting opportunities to improve the player journey, or pitching quality-of-life improvements that make the game stronger overall. Youll also keep a close eye on the market and on how players interact with the game. Learning from other titles, player behaviour, and live data will help you validate ideas and evolve features over time. Once features are live, youll track how they perform, respond to player feedback, and iterate quickly to keep improving the experience. About you: Youre a strong communicator who can explain design solutions clearly, whether discussing high-level goals or detailed system behaviour. Youre also comfortable working across disciplines, helping teams align on feature scope, priorities, and implementation details while keeping design specifications clear and practical. Bringing a deep understanding of mobile games and player behaviour, backed by strong system design skills, you will be someone that enjoys solving complex design problems and turning product goals into engaging systems that deliver meaningful player experiences. You'll join us with experience in designing metagame and progression systems, along with a solid understanding on how well-balanced content supports both the player experience and the games economy. Youll also be comfortable working with data, tuning systems, and using player insight to guide design decisions. With a keen eye able to spot trends across the mobile market, you learn what works and what doesn't from leading games and are passionate about bringing new ideas that strengthen the product. On top of this, you will bring a positive energy and a level of leadership to the team. Youre proactive, collaborative, and motivated to raise the quality of the game and the people around you, helping the team deliver the best experience possible for players. Other desired experience includes: Experience designing systems for midcore mobile games , ideally RPGs Strong understanding of live ops design, progression systems, and long-term engagement Strong understanding of F2P economy design, monetisation loops, and product KPIs Experience driving features from concept through implementation and live operation Ability to translate product goals into clear, actionable feature designs Comfortable collaborating across engineering, UX/UI, art, audio, and production Strong awareness of the mobile games market and competitive landscape Good understanding of UI/UX principles and player-centered design Experience mentoring designers or helping guide feature teams , with the potential to step into formal leadership Experience working with game engines such as Unity is also bonus What can Pixel Toys offer: At Pixel Toys we are proud of the progressive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment we have created; a place where everyone has the opportunity to be themselves and is welcomed and valued for who they are and what they contribute. We have some fantastic benefits we offer our employees Here are just some of them: Competitive salary, reviewed annually 25 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays Discretionary Bonus Scheme Up to 3 additional long service days (duvet days!) Private Medical Insurance (including optical and dental) Company Pension scheme Death in Service benefit Regular socials including epic summer and Christmas parties! Staff training and development Quarterly Wellness days (On-site massages and more) Flexi-time working hours Recruitment selection is based on skills, experience and a good Pixel Toys mission and values fit. TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Unity Programmer (Localisation) Programming - Leamington Spa, Warwickshire (Hybrid) Based in the heart of Leamington Spa, Pixel Toys have spent over a decade pushing the capabilities of mobile and VR gaming. We have developed multiple award-winning titles, including: Warhammer 40,000: Freeblade, Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realm War; and were now excited to be exclusively working on a new game, unlike ANYTHING weve done previously! As a forward thinking and innovative studio we are always looking for new technologies and techniques to develop and use in our games and make them even more engaging experiences for our customers. We are excited to continue to grow our team and are always on the lookout for highly talented and motivated individuals, who are passionate about gaming and excited to join us on our ambitious journey! The Role: Join us as a Senior Unity Programmer at Pixel Toys, and join our dynamic team at a high-stakes stage of development, tasked with pushing the visual and technical boundaries of the latest mobile and tablet hardware. In this senior position, you will work on a AAA mobile product, developing the key systems and technologies that define a world-class user experience. You will collaborate closely with discipline leads to set rigorous standards and drive our technology forward, enjoying a flexible environment where your architectural ideas directly shape our gameplay and UI systems. From the outset, you will take a leadership role in owning our localisation technologies, establishing the best practices that ensure our games resonate perfectly with a global audience. Your influence will extend across the entire project as you take ownership of complex feature planning and system development. You will spend your time implementing and optimising game systems alongside Artists and Designers, while also diving deep into profiling and performance tuning to resolve critical bottlenecks. By creating thorough technical designs and conducting insightful code reviews, you will ensure our codebase remains stable, secure, and robust. Beyond your own tasks, you will serve as a mentor to junior developers and a technical expert for the wider team, accurately estimating sprint goals and proactively mitigating risks to keep our high-profile projects on track. About you: You are a seasoned engineering expert, with at least one fully shipped title. Your mastery of Unity and C# is complemented by a deep understanding of architectural patterns and modern coding methodologies, allowing you to design systems that are as elegant as they are performant. You are a creative problem solver who thrives in Agile environments, possessing the troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve complex compatibility issues before they impact the player experience. Your technical toolkit is ever-expanding, and you have a genuine interest in sharing your knowledge of C#, .NET, and AWS to foster a culture of continuous learning. Leadership and collaboration are at the heart of how you work. You are an exceptional communicator who can distill complex technical concepts for any audience, from fellow developers to non-technical stakeholders. You bring a proactive, self-motivated energy to the studio, coupled with a positive attitude that makes you a natural team player and mentor. Above all, you are fueled by an intense passion for making games and a commitment to delivering engineering solutions at the highest possible standard, ensuring that every system you build contributes to a seamless and entertaining final product. What can Pixel Toys offer: At Pixel Toys we are proud of the progressive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment we have created; a place where everyone has the opportunity to be themselves and is welcomed and valued for who they are and what they contribute. We have some fantastic benefits we offer our employees Here are just some of them: Competitive salary, reviewed annually 25 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays Discretionary Bonus Scheme Up to 3 additional long service days (duvet days!) Private Medical Insurance (including optical and dental) Company Pension scheme Death in Service benefit Regular socials including epic summer and Christmas parties! Staff training and development Quarterly Wellness days (On-site massages and more) Flexi-time working hours Recruitment selection is based on skills, experience and a good Pixel Toys mission and values fit. TPBN1_UKTJ

Lead Technical Artist Art - Leamington Spa, Warwickshire (Hybrid) Based in the heart of Leamington Spa, Pixel Toys have spent over a decade pushing the capabilities of mobile gaming. We have developed multiple award-winning titles, including: Warhammer 40,000: Freeblade, Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realm War; and were now excited to be exclusively working on a new game, unlike ANYTHING weve done previously! As a forward thinking and innovative studio we are always looking for new technologies and techniques to develop and use in our games and make them even more engaging experiences for our customers. We are excited to continue to grow our team and are always on the lookout for highly talented and motivated individuals, who are passionate about gaming and excited to join us on our ambitious journey! The Role: Join us at Pixel Toys as a Lead Technical Artist and bridge between imagination and implementation, managing and mentoring a talented team of technical artists to establish best-in-class processes across the entire studio. Working closely with our art and code departments, you will design and execute sophisticated technical approaches that deliver on the creative vision while staying firmly within budget. By proactively identifying new technologies and industry developments, you will ensure our studio remains at the cutting edge, utilising the latest techniques to produce high-fidelity, performance-friendly assets. Your day-to-day will involve monitoring technical pipelines from initial specification through to final in-game implementation, ensuring every asset fits within memory budgets and performance guidelines. You will support Art, Engineering, and Design teams by resolving complex technical bottlenecks and creating detailed, accessible documentation for toolsets and workflows that the whole team can rely on. Beyond the technical, you will drive and refine best practices across disciplines, ensuring our standards are regularly reviewed for maximum efficiency and quality. As a leader, you will break down high-level project briefings into actionable tasks, maintaining clear tracking lists for yourself and your team to keep development on rails. You will set a high bar for professional conduct, serving as an example for both internal staff and external partners through your work ethic and communication. About you: Joining us as a seasoned leader you will have navigated the full development cycle, having shipped at least one title in a Lead Technical Artist or equivalent role. Your deep technical fluency in Unity allows you to move seamlessly between art and engineering, while your experience in shader creation and HLSL gives you the power to push visual boundaries. You will also bring a versatile toolkit to the table, featuring exposure to C#, Python, and Mel, which you use to build tools and streamline workflows that make life easier for everyone on the team. Leadership is second nature to you, taking genuine pride in mentoring others and fostering a collaborative environment. As a creative problem solver you possess the rare ability to look at a complex technical bottleneck and find an elegant, innovative way through it. Above all, you are fueled by a relentless passion for games and a drive to create stunning game visuals that set new standards for the industry. What can Pixel Toys offer? At Pixel Toys we are proud of the progressive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment we have created; a place where everyone has the opportunity to be themselves and is welcomed and valued for who they are and what they contribute. We have some fantastic benefits we offer our employees Here are just some of them: Competitive salary, reviewed annually 25 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays Discretionary Bonus Scheme Up to 3 additional long service days (duvet days!) Private Medical Insurance (including optical and dental) Company Pension scheme Death in Service benefit Regular socials including epic summer and Christmas parties! Staff training and development Quarterly Wellness days (On-site massages and more) Flexi-time working hours TPBN1_UKTJ

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Join Our Team as a Senior Data Engineer! Are you a passionate Data Engineer with a flair for innovation? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills can shape the future of data architecture? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Our client, a leader in the Utilities sector, is seeking a Senior Data Engineer for a temporary role of 3 months. Role: Senior Data Engineer Duration: 3 Months (extension options) Location: Warwick (Hybrid - 1 day on site) Rate: £500-£550 per day (umbrella) Role Overview: As a Senior Data Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the Interconnectors Data Platform (ICDP), a cloud-based data warehouse essential for commercial, financial modeling, and operational decision-making. With the platform evolving towards a modernized Medallion Architecture and Azure-native ingestion patterns, your expertise will drive architectural direction and technical leadership. Key Responsibilities: Data Architecture & Platform Engineering: Lead the design and implementation of scalable data architectures using Bronze/Silver/Gold layered models. Shape the platform's architectural roadmap, ensuring alignment with cutting-edge engineering practices. Develop secure and observable ingestion and transformation pipelines.Pipeline Development & Operations: Spearhead the migration from legacy ETL tools to modern Azure-based pipelines, using Azure Functions, Azure Data Factory (ADF), and event-driven frameworks. Build and maintain high-performance SQL transformations, curated layers, and reusable data models. Embed CI/CD, testing, version control, and observability into workflows.Data Quality & Governance: Ensure robust data validation, reconciliation, profiling, and auditability across platform layers. Collaborate with business stakeholders to guarantee analytical and operational needs are met.Leadership: Mentor fellow data engineers, fostering technical growth within the ICDP team. Collaborate with Product teams, IT&D, and external partners to achieve high-quality outcomes. Serve as a technical authority on engineering approaches, patterns, and standards.Required Skills & Experience: Essential Technical Skills: Python: Strong hands-on experience in building production-grade data pipelines and orchestration. Advanced SQL: Expert-level skills in analytical SQL, query optimization, and data modeling. Azure Cloud: Familiarity with Azure Functions, Azure Data Factory, Azure Storage, and cloud security fundamentals. Data Warehousing: In-depth understanding of data architecture principles and scalable enterprise data design. Version Control: Proficient in Git, CI/CD, automated testing, and modern engineering practices. Pipeline Design: Experience with API ingestion, SFTP ingestion, and resilient pipeline design.Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving and architectural thinking abilities. Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills. Capability to lead and provide clarity in complex technical environments.Desirable Experience: Involvement in data-platform re-architecture programs. Exposure to Medallion/Lakehouse patterns or Databricks-style ecosystems. Experience in regulated or high-assurance data environments. Why Join Us? This is your chance to be part of a transformative journey in the Utilities industry! Not only will you be enhancing your skills, but you will also contribute to a vital platform that impacts decision-making at every level. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a significant impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a key player in our client's innovative team! Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention

Site Manager - Planned retrofit works £45-55k + package Based in Warwickshire Full-Time, permanent position We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a proactive Site Manager to deliver a decarbonisation and planned works project on Social Housing and decent homes in Warwickshire. You must have experience of delivering similar projects with a reputable main contractor, delivering projects on time and within budget, whilst ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times. We are looking for a hands on Site Manager, with a proven track record of driving sites through effective management and maintaining site presence. Site Manager Duties: Controlling the overall direction and whilst maintaining financial control of the contract Work in partnership with the client and client representatives, to ensure that a high quality service delivery is actually provided Cost control and subcontractor management Implementing the short, mid and long term programmes for the various work streams Carry out onsite inspections, undertake investigations, enquiries, prepare reports and offer solutions maintaining continuous improvement Hand over properties on time, working to strict key performance indicators Liaison with the client and contract administrators Health and safety on the site Management and control of the site administration and staff Scheduling and procurement of materials Chair sub-contractor progress meetings Liaising with Design Teams, Client Representatives and Consultants Programming works using MS ProjectYou will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary of up to £55K + car allowance + Benefits. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now, or call Meg on (phone number removed) for more information

Senior UI Artist Art - Leamington Spa, Warwickshire (Hybrid) Based in the heart of Leamington Spa, Pixel Toys have spent over a decade pushing the capabilities of mobile and VR gaming. We have developed multiple award-winning titles, including: Warhammer 40,000: Freeblade, Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realm War; and were now excited to be exclusively working on a new game, unlike ANYTHING weve done previously! As a forward thinking and innovative studio we are always looking for new technologies and techniques to develop and use in our games and make them even more engaging experiences for our customers. We are excited to continue to grow our team and are always on the lookout for highly talented and motivated individuals, who are passionate about gaming and excited to join us on our ambitious journey! The Role: Join Pixel Toys as a Senior UI Artist and become a core member of our creative engine, responsible for translating high-level visions into high-end, entertaining games for mobile. In this role you will act as the primary point of contact for the graphical design, creation, and implementation of the UI and HUD across all our titles, working in lockstep with Art Leads to ensure every element aligns perfectly with the games style guide. In our flexible and collaborative environment, you will have the freedom to inject your own innovative ideas into the mix, taking UI elements from initial conceptual sketches all the way to final, polished implementation in-game. Your day-to-day will involve managing platform-specific assets and screens, optimising layouts for consistency across a variety of mobile devices, and taking ownership of font selection and style generation for a global audience. You will collaborate closely with the wider team to ensure the interface is as intuitive as it is beautiful, implementing frontend and in-game HUD systems that provide clear, satisfying player feedback. By utilising shaders from the tech art team and creating dynamic UI effects, you will continuously iterate on screen layouts and prototype new functionality alongside code and design teams to guarantee a smooth, clean, and world-class user experience. About you: You will join us as a seasoned UI specialist who brings a perfect blend of consistency, clarity, and creative flair to every project you touch. With extensive experience in a similar role, you have a proven ability to take end-to-end responsibility for both frontend and in-game systems, moving seamlessly from high-level graphic design to deep technical implementation within Unity. You are a master of UGUI and the Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects; which you use to build beautiful, intuitive layouts and flow concepts that define the players journey. As well as being a creative problem solver you are also an exceptional communicator who thrives in a collaborative team setting, bringing an infectious enthusiasm for the craft of making games. With top tier technical implementation skills, you will ideally possess a strong grasp of contemporary F2P (Free-to-Play) UX design and modern game engines. Whether you are crafting custom fonts, working within 3D packages, or adding that final layer of "juice" through animation and effects, you are a proactive professional ready to raise the bar for UI quality. Above all, you are a passionate gamer who understands that a great interface is the heart of a great player experience. What can Pixel Toys offer: At Pixel Toys we are proud of the progressive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment we have created; a place where everyone has the opportunity to be themselves and is welcomed and valued for who they are and what they contribute. We have some fantastic benefits we offer our employees Here are just some of them: Competitive salary, reviewed annually 25 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays Discretionary Bonus Scheme Up to 3 additional long service days (duvet days!) Private Medical Insurance (including optical and dental) Company Pension scheme Death in Service benefit Regular socials including epic summer and Christmas parties! Staff training and development Quarterly Wellness days (On-site massages and more) Flexi-time working hours Recruitment selection is based on skills, experience and a good Pixel Toys mission and values fit. TPBN1_UKTJ

Our OEM Client based in Fen End, Kenilworth, is searching for a Bespoke & Limited Editions Programme Planner to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a 12-month contract position. Umbrella Pay Rate: £44.97 per hour. The Opportunity: Vehicle Personalisation is an exciting and diverse function which delivers some of the most desirable vehicles in the world. There is an opportunity to join the Vehicle Personalisation Team to be part of something exceptional. Within the Vehicle Personalisation team, we produce modern, luxurious, innovative, products and services that delivers choice for our customers, added value to our core brands and increased revenue to our business. Although this is delivered through close cooperation with other JLR business units, we go further and deliver faster using our size and expertise. Vital to our delivery is a cohesive team that performs in an agile way in line with the creator’s code. As part of Vehicle Personalisation, you would be integral to delivery of Bespoke, Limited Editions & Premium Paint which all drive significant revenue within JLR Our Strategy, Engineering and Programme Management teams collaborate with our main vehicle programmes to deliver unique, personalised features and vehicles to our customers. This Senior Programme Planner role is responsible for delivering your assigned Bespoke & Limited-Edition programmes from initial concept through to Launch. It provides un-parallel experience and development opportunity to work with multiple functions across the full Strategic, development and Launch activities. As the Programme planner you will collaboratively lead a team to deliver projects. Key Performance: Responsible for the collaborative creation and successful delivery of Programmes Planning to ensure programme gateways are delivered within scope and achieve to cost, timing and quality. Effective Risks management. Appropriately report issues and collaboratively manage them to timing plans. Maintain budget control and meet the financial targets established at programme gateways. Effectively chair and manage meetings with clear actions and minutes. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Responsible for on time & robust achievement of gateways and milestones. Responsible for delivering programmes to cost, timing and quality. Responsible for robust planning to ensure activities take place at the right time in advance of milestones and gateways maintaining a clear critical path. Responsible for running and chairing weekly programme management meetings producing clear minutes and actions. Support the Programme with planning activities such as chairing Timing / Planning attribute teams, leading Planning Workshops, coordinating programme content, prebuild ordering and setting up Credible Planning Governance sessions with key stakeholders. Responsible for PDL Authorship. Support monitoring of programme health through metrics, risks and issues and initiate corrective action where required. Support the Deferral process in presenting timing changes to the Senior Management team. Support the development and delivery of the VP Planning Strategy in accordance with the Cycle Plan. Support look-back activities capturing all lessons learnt to ensure the success of future programme delivery. Responsible for maintaining Risk Register to ensure management of mitigation plans by stakeholders. Maintain deliverables and timing through Programme Central as required. Maintain a positive and constructive environment ensuring all stakeholder inputs are considered to support credible decision making. Support the internal and external teams with planning expertise in forums such as Escalation reviews, Steering meetings and Gateway Approval sessions. Report progress of the programme at defined intervals to the Programme Director. Support continuous improvement of Programme Management processes, to enable successes to be repeated and lessons to be learnt. Efficiently report to management key messages and actions. Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested from time to time. Key Interactions: Programme Management – Support the Strategy, Delivery and Launch interactions to maintain on-time programme delivery. Purchasing – Review the Sourcing status v commodity lead times, establish cost targets and achieve them. Engineering – understanding commodity timing to support the programme, establish cost targets and achieve them. Design – aligning the design and surfacing timing, risks and issues with engineering checkpoints and key gateways. Vehicle Engineering – awareness of the Virtual Series process and Verification Test plan Launch & STA – Ensuring the Pre-Production launch phase is planned effectively towards a robust PSW plan and accessories are ‘stock in bin’. MS&S – Support all pre-build and Comms activity – Parts ordering and communicate volume and pricing. Finance – Liaise with finance to deliver on budget, managing any risks. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: Degree qualified or equivalent experience. Highly driven individual with proven project management, communication and leadership skills, able to integrate and act as pivotal player within a cross functional team to resolve cross-functional issues. Previous evidence of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling programmes, including risk management. Conversant with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and PowerPoint), essential. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: Experience working in Programme, Project management, Planning and Strategy type functions. Presentation skills. Risks and issues management. Problem solving. Experience of working in Agile methodology ideally as a scrum master or product owner. Personal Profile Requested: An individual with a customer first mind-set who is easy to do business with and makes people feel special, driven to deliver experiences that are personalised, transparent and dependable. An individual who is results driven, demonstrates tenacity, drive and perseverance, with the ability to deliver in a complex, highly demanding environment. An individual with the ability to combine a short term, pragmatic focus with longer term planning. An individual who is resilient, energetic and enthusiastic, able to deliver results under pressure, whilst responding constructively to challenging new ideas and inputs. An individual who is able to challenge existing thinking in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through experience and personal style. A good communicator who can deliver in a number of forums at different levels. An effective team player, actively leads, develops and supports team members. An individual who enables speed in decision making through establishing alignment, clarity, appropriate resources and sense of urgency whilst bringing others along. An achiever, motivated by delivering results by establishing realistic plans and proactively driving delivery with a can-do attitude. Performs well under pressure and demonstrates composure. Structured but with experience of working in a changing and fast paced environment. Maintain overall integrity and impartiality towards the delivery of key programme milestones

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