GET TO KNOW US
CHERRY POP GAMES is an independent, family run, multi-platform Indie development studio based in MANCHESTER UK specialising in Immersive gaming experiences with a core focus on emerging trends. With a target of blending new and exciting technology with a social world to create truly memorable moments in gaming. Cherry Pop Games, throws out the rule book on isolation in gaming and instead embraces the future of social interaction in the virtual world.
MEET SOME OF THE TEAM
Just a snap shot of our heads of departments, we have our art director Gary, our lead programmers and business development.
An enthusiastic and professional team of engineers, programmers and artists. We tend to preserve the core values of our profession and keep our finger on pulse of industry recent trends. Loyalty, dedication and added injection of silliness stand above all for everyone at CHERRYPOP
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Career Opportunities
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Become one of us
CHERRY POP team constantly recruits smart, hardworking, reliable and driven individuals. Making games should be fun and engaging
Work environment
We offer a fantastic work environment and culture to thrive and achieve new horizons. We guarantee a supreme level of satisfaction, recognition and rewards.
Core values and growth
Professional approach goes hand in hand with development, mentoring and right management to get the best out of our team.
Current Job Openings
We have no current live vacancies - however, we are always on the look out for talented individuals to join our team, we are a fun loving company with big asperations, looking for hardworking dedicated people to join the team.
Most recent vacancies below:
Technical Artist - Didsbury, Manchester
Permanent full time offer
We are looking for a talented Artist with a passion for gaming and an understanding of UE4.
We now have a requirement for technical artist to bolster our current team and bridge the gap between the Art Director and the programming team. You will have the chance to work on multi and cross platform products with a range of cutting edge hardware.
The role will require an understanding of the development of both 3D and 2D assets and the implementation of these into established engines, namely the Unreal Engine. An understanding of some VFX will also be useful as the role will allow you to put your own artistic stamp on the games with supervision from the Art Director.
Essential Skills and Experience
⦁ Experience in 3D software package (Maya/Max)
⦁ Excellent Adobe Photoshop knowledge
⦁ Experience with the Unreal Engine and blueprint scripting
⦁ Ability to create and modify existing tools, scripts, or assets
⦁ Understanding of shaders and the UE4 material editor
⦁ Competence with math functions and linear algebra for rigging or shading.
⦁ Understanding the need for optimisations and the techniques used to achieve target frame rates
⦁ Excellent verbal and written communication
⦁ Dedicated team player who can work under pressure to tight timeframes with little guidance
Non-essential Skills but Desirable
⦁ Understanding of VFX in UE4 (Particle Editor) or other special effects packages a plus
⦁ Some understanding of scripting and code (The link between the C++ and Unreal Engine a bonus)
Salary: depending on experience
Required minimum education:
Bachelor's
Salary is reviewed every 6 months
Graduate Junior Developer / Programmer –
Permanent full time offer
We're Hiring: Junior Graduate Programmer
Location: Didsbury and remote work
Studio: Cherry Pop Games
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Full-time
About Us Cherry Pop Games is a high-output, indie game studio behind Pool Blitz and Snooker Blitz—fast-paced, cross-platform sports games enjoyed by millions of players around the world. With several exciting new projects launching later this year, we're expanding our dev team and looking for fresh talent ready to help shape the next big hit.
The Role We're looking for a Junior Graduate Programmer with a strong foundation in game development and a passion for creating great player experiences. You'll work alongside experienced developers on both our existing titles and upcoming releases, contributing directly to gameplay systems, UI, and backend integration.
Hybrid Working We offer a flexible working environment with a hybrid setup—spend 2–3 days a week in our studio collaborating face-to-face with the team, and the rest working remotely. It’s a balance that supports both productivity and creativity.
What You'll Work On:
- Supporting development and live ops for Pool Blitz and Snooker Blitz
- Contributing to new, unannounced titles
- Working with the UE4 Widget system to build responsive and intuitive UI
- Bug fixing and live ops maintenance of backend services (BaaS) like PlayFab, Gamesparks, or brainCloud
What We're Looking For:
- Experience with Unreal Engine 4 (either academic or in personal projects)
- Proficiency in the UE4 Widget System and UI design principles
- Exposure to at least one Backend-as-a-Service platform (PlayFab, Gamesparks, brainCloud, or similar)
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn
- A team player mindset and passion for games
- Basic understanding of programming languages such as C#, C++, or Java.
Bonus Points For:
- Experience developing cross-platform games (Mobile,Steam, Xbox, Playstation and Switch)
- A portfolio showcasing previous work or game projects
Familiarity with multiplayer systems or matchmaking logic - Why Join Cherry Pop Games?
- Work on real games played by millions
Be part of a small, passionate team where your voice matters
Learn directly from industry veterans
Help shape the next generation of competitive sports games
Apply Now Send your CV, cover letter, and any portfolio links.
Let’s build something amazing together!
That time Ronnie fell head first for our pool physics!
Contact us
Have questions about joining the team, or want more information on current vacancies, please fill in the form beleo and we will return your email in office hours between 9:00 and 18:00 Monday to Friday .
