Lead Programmer – C++/Unreal Engine – PC/Console Games – Remote Ontario,, Canada

One Player Mission are pleased to be working with an exciting, independent studio based in Toronto. Recently they launched the sequel to their multi-million copy selling original.

They are seeking a Lead Programmer that enjoys collaborating closely with the engineering team to build a technically excellent game across multiple platforms.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficiency in C++
• Deep professional video game programming experience
• A strong and efficient communicator with excellent management skills
• A bachelor degree in Computer Science, Software Engineers, or equivalent.
• Previous leadership/mentorship experience, or leadership interest and potential
• A good knowledge of programming languages and software engineering practices
• Knowledge in developing AAA titles on multiple console platforms
• Experience in unreal 4 or similar engines
• Comfortable wandering around unexplored game design territory, and excited to help refine ideas into shippable features

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage a programming team at technical and personnel level
• Provide estimate time to complete programming task/objectives and be committed to meet them
• Help in setting up best practices for coding and conduct regular code reviews
• Setup a process to review the game on a regular interval during development cycle and identify area of improvement
• Collaborate directors, designers and production to ensure efficient development practices
• Ensure that solid coding practices, technical briefs and code reviews are maintained
• Maintain regular internal communications and encourage a positive and ambitious team atmosphere
• Demonstrate good leadership, enthusiasm and sense of commitment
• Take responsibility for recruitment, on-boarding, development and professional training of the programming team

Interested in finding out more about the studio and project? Apply now or call us directly today on +44 (0) 1206 214418