Lead Unreal Programmer

Job summary

Lead and mentor a team of programmers while remaining hands-on in the technical development of a mobile video game. Act as the main technical point of contact for partners and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal project integration.

Job details

Company DescriptionReady to take your career to the next level? Frima is looking for a Lead Unreal Programmer to manage a team on one of our mobile project!We are Frima, a video game development studio based in Quebec City and Montreal for over 20 years, bringing together hundreds of passionate talents united by a single ambition: to create unforgettable games across all platforms. We take care of our people4.5 days of work per week, year-round. (Friday pm off);Truly flexible working: 100% remote (for residents of the province of Quebec), hybrid or 100% in person, the choice is yours;Up to 7 weeks vacation per year, sick days & personal days: your well-being is important to us.Complete group insurance from day one;A contribution to your RRSP;400$ allowance towards the purchase of ergonomic equipment. Life at the Studio Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, gym, sports activities, etc;Regular presentations of projects and new developments: we keep our team up to date on all Frima developments;Close-knit, caring and inclusive teams, even remotely!Come and discover the rest for yourself!Job DescriptionWhat your weeks are going to look likeDaily Scrum meetings;Build a trusted relationship with the partner by acting as the main point of contact within your area of expertise;Contribute to the various stages of design and development of a video game on a mobile platform within a multidisciplinary production team;Maintain smooth communication with other departments (design, art, production) to ensure optimal integration of all project components;Provide your expertise to determine the most appropriate technical approaches to achieve the desired project outcomes;Ensure code quality and adherence to development best practices (code reviews, testing, optimization);Mobilize, mentor, and support your direct team through ongoing coaching and continuous feedback;Collaborate with the Technical Director (Core Team) to ensure alignment with company standards. In short, a leadership role where you remain hands-on technically, with evolving responsibilities, a stimulating mobile project, and FUN on a daily basis!QualificationsWhat we're looking forBachelor’s degree in computer science or another related field combined with equivalent experience;Minimum of five (5) years of experience in development;Experience as a Lead Programmer or in a similar role;Strong command of the Unreal game engine;Excellent knowledge of C++ and strong optimization skills;Ability to travel abroad when required;Strong oral and written communication skills in both French and English. English proficiency is required, as we collaborate with English-speaking partners. What we value in our teamDemonstrated curiosity for new technologies;Strong team leadership skills;Ability to mobilize and mentor others;Excellent stress management in a fast-paced environment;Diplomacy, patience, resourcefulness, organization, and rigor.Additional InformationCome and make a difference with us! #FrimaLifeFind out more about us: https://frimastudio.com/a-propos/About our culture: https://vimeo.com/766900522?share=copyLe The masculine gender is used only to lighten the text. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Lead and mentor a team of programmers while remaining hands-on in the technical development of a mobile video game. Act as the main technical point of contact for partners and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal project integration.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and at least five years of development experience, including a leadership role. Must have strong command of Unreal Engine, C++, and the ability to communicate fluently in both English and French.

Benefits

• 4.5 Day Work Week • Remote Work Options • Up to 7 Weeks Vacation • Sick Days • Personal Days • Group Insurance • RRSP Contribution • Ergonomic Equipment Allowance • Chair Massages • Fresh Fruit and Snacks • Gym Access • Sports Activities

Listed skills

• caring · Preferred
• Production · Preferred
• Technical · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Teams · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Coaching · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• C++ · Preferred
• Flexible · Preferred
• English · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Unreal Engine
• C++
• Team Leadership
• Code Optimization
• Mobile Game Development
• Mentoring
• Code Review
• Technical Design
• English Proficiency
• French Proficiency

Job areas

• Software
• Technology
• Management & Leadership
• Creative & Media
• Engineering