3D Programming Team Lead

Massive; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ubisoft Montreal is seeking a senior 3D Programming Team Lead to guide the development and optimization of 3D systems, collaborating with technical and artistic teams to ensure high-performance visuals.

The role emphasizes profiling GPU usage, evaluating engine features, implementing new systems, and ensuring seamless integration across the codebase during production.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent training and experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of programming experience.
• Strong knowledge of linear algebra applied to 3D programming.
• Deep understanding of GPU architecture and performance optimization techniques.
• Hands-on experience with low-level 3D APIs such as DirectX or Vulkan.
• Understanding of shader languages and their integration within rendering pipelines.
• Knowledge of software design best practices and CPU/GPU memory trade-offs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-evolving environment.
• Experience with Unreal Engine 5 (or a similar game engine).
• Familiarity with GPU profiling and debugging tools such as RenderDoc, NVIDIA Nsight, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Profile and optimize GPU usage to maintain high performance.
• Collaborate with the Graphics Technical Director to define technical constraints and communicate technical possibilities to artistic teams.
• Analyze the project’s 3D vision and assess the technical feasibility of identified requirements.
• Evaluate existing engine 3D features and determine their suitability for the project’s objectives.
• Design and implement new 3D systems when required.
• Propose improvements and innovations inspired by industry best practices.
• Ensure new 3D systems align with project goals and integrate seamlessly with the existing codebase.
• Support 3D systems and features throughout production.
• Identify and resolve 3D-related bugs reported by development and quality assurance teams.
• Document systems and workflows to facilitate knowledge sharing and enable effective use by other disciplines.

Skills

7+ years programming

Linear algebra for 3D

GPU architecture

DirectX/Vulkan

Shader languages

CPU/GPU memory trade-offs

Analytical skills

Communication

Adaptability

Unreal Engine 5

GPU profiling

Education

CS/Engineering degree

Tools

RenderDoc

NVIDIA Nsight

Job description

March of Giants, Software Development, Montreal

Job Description

As a 3D Programming Team Lead at Ubisoft Montreal, you will guide the development and optimization of the project’s 3D systems while working closely with technical and artistic teams to ensure a cohesive vision and high-performance results.

What you’ll do

• Profile and optimize GPU usage to maintain high performance.
• Collaborate with the Graphics Technical Director to define technical constraints and communicate technical possibilities to artistic teams.
• Analyze the project’s 3D vision and assess the technical feasibility of identified requirements.
• Evaluate existing engine 3D features and determine their suitability for the project’s objectives.
• Design and implement new 3D systems when required.
• Propose improvements and innovations inspired by industry best practices.
• Ensure new 3D systems align with project goals and integrate seamlessly with the existing codebase.
• Support 3D systems and features throughout production.
• Identify and resolve 3D-related bugs reported by development and quality assurance teams.
• Document systems and workflows to facilitate knowledge sharing and enable effective use by other disciplines.

Qualifications

What you bring to the team

• A degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent training and experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of programming experience.
• Strong knowledge of linear algebra applied to 3D programming.
• Deep understanding of GPU architecture and performance optimization techniques.
• Hands-on experience with low-level 3D APIs such as DirectX or Vulkan.
• Understanding of shader languages and their integration within rendering pipelines.
• Knowledge of software design best practices and CPU/GPU memory trade-offs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-evolving environment.
• Experience with Unreal Engine 5 (or a similar game engine).
• Familiarity with GPU profiling and debugging tools such as RenderDoc, NVIDIA Nsight, or equivalent.