As a Lead Game Programmer, we are looking for a highly motivated and independent leader with a passion for all things gaming.
You will be reporting directly to the Senior Production Manager and be responsible for shaping the team while building the latest technologies and crafting features within our games and working with other talented departments and leads.
Responsibilities:
Team LeadSupport the team to work together to accomplish the current (sprint/milestone/goal) and support them along the way whilst providing encouragement and support.
Resolve all team related issues where possible in a supportive way (or help direct them to the necessary people).
Lead the charge in good ethical behaviour and professionalism.
Share knowledge and develop best practices with the team.
Identify and recommend areas of growth for each game programmer to the production manager and senior leads.
Facilitate skill development opportunities for the programming teams.
Cross DepartmentCoordinate with the Creative Director, Producers, and other leads to establish and maintain high quality levels of production.
Work with the producer to ensure the team is on track with current milestones/goals.
Assist in ensuring that producers know the limits of the team and work with them to set the goals.
Work with the design team to suggest alternatives or modifications to the design in the interest of overall project in your capacity as a lead.
Be able to work with other departments to solve problems as they appear.
Participate and assist in events and presentations.
Assist in HR related processes, such monitoring staff wellbeing and identifying potential risks.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, other comparable degree area, or comparable experience
4-5+ years of professional video game programming experience
Fluent in C / C++
Excellent problem solving, analytical and interpersonal skills
Strong game optimization and performance profiling skills
Significant experience with Unreal Engine 4
Excellent architecture and system design ability
Excellent verbal and written communications skills (English)
Burning passion for playing and making games
Experience with multithreaded programming
Mature understanding of source control: SVN, GIT and Perforce.
Beneficial Skills:
Ability to fearlessly jump into large, existing code bases
Experience with multi-platform development
Knowledge of networked game development
Knowledge of rendering algorithms and low-level graphics programming
Familiar with TCR/TRC
Familiarity or experience with agile software development practices (i.e.
SCRUM)
One or more shipped game titles
Benefits:
Flexible Hours
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Career Development
Relocation Assistance
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