Server Engineering Lead

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK). The talented team at Frontier are dedicated to nurturing our existing portfolio and delivering our exciting future roadmap.

This role is offered on a full in-studio basis or a hybrid basis (minimum 3 days per week in the studio). We can provide a comprehensive relocation support package as part of any offer, should you need to relocate.

WHAT’S THE ROLE?

We’re looking for a Server Engineering Lead to join the Elite Dangerous team and help deliver exceptional online experiences to our players. You’ll bring strong technical expertise, leadership ability, and a passion for high ‑ quality game development.

In this role, you’ll work with Linux ‑ based distributed systems on AWS, contribute hands ‑ on code (primarily PHP), and collaborate closely with our in ‑ house Cobra engine and cross ‑ platform game code. You’ll lead and mentor a team of server developers, guiding their growth while providing technical direction across major features and systems.

You’ll also share responsibility for the performance, reliability, and cost ‑ efficiency of our online services, working with other discipline leads to ensure we deliver smooth, scalable, and engaging experiences for our players.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the team behind our multi ‑ million ‑ selling, cross ‑ platform titles, help shape the next generation of server engineers, and contribute directly to the future of our games.