Senior Gameplay Programmer

Programming | Montréal, Québec, Canada

 

 

SENIOR GAMEPLAY PROGRAMMER

Reports to: LEAD PROGRAMMER

PERMANENT – FULL-TIME

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Implement software autonomously in C++ by applying the "best-in-class" development principles while producing intuitive and easy-to-debug code that runs optimally onto our shipping targets;
  • Following the game design intentions, analyze and estimate times, costs and needs as well as the impact of the proposed functions, and provide realistic updates on its progress;
  • Rapidly prototype new in-game feature, and switch to production mode when implementing new in-game feature by producing quality code that is robust, efficient & easy-to-maintain, and suggest improvements (refactors) whenever necessary;
  • Collaborate with various teams and trades (Game Design, Animation, Audio, Art, Technical and Production) as well as external studios to perform the technical design, implementation, debugging and optimization of a given feature;
  • Produce technical design documentations (TDD) when developing complex systems, partake into technical code reviews and share knowledge with the team & project;
  • Bring features to expected level of quality & ensure the ambitions remain in accordance with the deadlines;
  • Maintain technical documentation of technical systems up to date, share knowledge with peers and do presentation of the delivered work;
  • Act as a technical coach and contribute positively to the achievements of the project and the team objectives.

 

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

  • University degree in Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related field;
  • 7+ years of experience in the industry as a Programmer including at least 3 years in either Gameplay or AI;
  • Have participated in one or multiple AAA productions, shipped at least one;
  • Excellent mastering in programming in C++;
  • Solid knowledge of gameplay systems (inventories, looting, crafting, skills tree, quests, etc.), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and/or User Interface (UI);
  • Solid object-oriented design patterns skills;
  • Experience with developing systems & supporting other trades;
  • Experience with profiling and optimizations, an asset;
  • Experience with Unreal development (or custom game engines), an asset;

 

INTERPERSONAL QUALITIES:

  • Ability to prioritize, plan, organize work, manage time and work on time;
  • Ability to work in a team (in Agile Pods), in person and remotely, and through different time zones;
  • Team Player and Great Collaborator;
  • Rigorous, adaptable, accountable and solution oriented;
  • Empathetic, excellent relationship and soft skills;
  • Maturity to receive and give constructive criticism;
  • Desirous to push back the barriers of video game technology;
  • Ability in coaching and sharing skills;
  • Passion, motivation, drive and enthusiasm are essential;
  • Team pillars (in no particular order): Trust, Inclusivity, Resourcefulness, Adaptability, Autonomy, Collaboration, Ownership, Empowerment, Accountability & Failure Is Essential to Success

 

WHY JOIN US?

  • Flexible work schedule: because unexpected events are part of life when you are sick or need personal days;
  • Hybrid work: because we have adapted to the new reality; 
  • Access to Groupe insurance: To take care of yourself and your loved ones;
  • Access to Groupe RRSPs: we think about your future; 
  • Access to a telemedicine service for the family: to avoid a pleasant 24hours in the emergency room;
  • Bonus system: we recognize the work accomplished.

 

Come and create emotion with us! 

 

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