Principal Game Programmer

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

📋 Description

• Act as the primary senior individual contributor within the programming team.

• Lead technical and architectural decisions for significant systems.

• Take responsibility for the most technically challenging assignments.

• Establish and maintain technical standards and best practices.

• Provide mentorship to programmers at various skill levels.

• Manage documentation and facilitate knowledge sharing for the systems and areas you are most familiar with.

• Discover, assess, and prototype new tools and workflows.

• Participate in the hiring process through technical interviews and onboarding support.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience in the game development sector.

• Advanced proficiency in C++ programming.

• Extensive background in game programming, including engine-level work and tools development.

• Thorough understanding of Unreal Engine internals and its major subsystems.

• A documented history of delivering AA/AAA titles with significant involvement in core systems.

• Strong skills in debugging, profiling, and optimizing both CPU and GPU performance.

• Proven experience in mentorship.

• At least 2 years of experience in console programming (PlayStation, Xbox).

🏝️ Benefits

• A modern office located centrally in Frankfurt, Germany (close to Messe).

• Complimentary language courses to enhance your skill set.

• Monthly allowances for remote work and gym memberships.

• A monthly allowance for the Deutschlandticket to facilitate your commute.

• Monthly tax-free Probonio vouchers available.

• Free access to an online mental health platform (Bloom) to support your well-being.

• Opportunities for career advancement with an annual learning & development budget.

• 28 days of paid vacation, in addition to time off on the 24th and 31st of December.