Lead Programmer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Identify the most suitable technical strategies to meet project goals, considering technical, budgetary, and scheduling constraints.

• Maintain effective communication with the design, art, and production teams.

• Monitor timelines and deliverables, anticipating necessary adjustments.

• Recognize and suggest solutions for technical challenges that could impact production.

• Ensure optimization of code and system performance.

• Organize and lead regular team meetings.

• Assist programmers in troubleshooting technical problems and provide support when they encounter obstacles.

• Engage, mentor, and support the team through continuous coaching and feedback.

• Contribute to the development of skills and internal succession planning.

• Establish a trusting relationship with partners and act as the main contact in your area of expertise.

• Take part in project reviews and post-mortems.

• Ensure partner satisfaction and follow up on inquiries and modifications.

• Engage in discussions with other leaders and the Director.

• Develop and enhance reusable tools and features.

• Contribute to the enhancement of development processes and methodologies.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, along with equivalent experience.

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in video game programming.

• Experience as a lead programmer or in a comparable role.

• Strong expertise in C++ and optimization techniques.

• Strong familiarity with Unreal Engine is a considerable advantage.

• Good understanding of the various material layers and software that function at runtime in video games.

• Experience in mobile game development is a significant plus.

• Excellent proficiency in both written and spoken French and English.

• English proficiency is essential for collaboration with English-speaking partners.

• Willingness to travel internationally as required.

• Ability to foresee and manage risks throughout the development lifecycle.

• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities to ensure timely project delivery.

• Exceptional communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

• A demonstrated interest in new technologies.

• Proven leadership skills in team and project settings.

• Capacity to engage and mentor team members effectively.

• Strong analytical and synthesis abilities, coupled with excellent communication skills.

• An acute critical eye for a polished final product.

• Openness to question and reevaluate established methods.

• Attributes such as diplomacy, patience, resourcefulness, organization, and rigor are essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• A 4.5-day workweek year-round (Friday afternoons off).

• Truly flexible work options: remote, hybrid, or on-site—your preference.

• Up to 7 weeks of vacation annually.

• Sick days and personal days available.

• Comprehensive group insurance coverage from day one.

• RRSP contributions included.

• $400 allowance for ergonomic equipment.

• Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, a gym, sports activities, and more.

• Regular presentations on projects and new releases.

• Close-knit, caring, and inclusive teams, even in remote settings.