Développeuse, Développeur de moteur de jeux sénior.e / Senior Game Engine Developer, Amazon Gam[...]

Amazon Development Centre Canada ULC; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Amazon Games Montréal as a Senior Game Engine Developer, where you'll enhance game engine performance and collaborate with a talented team on a new AAA multiplayer online battle arena game. This role requires extensive experience in C++ and game engine development, along with bilingual communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years programming experience, particularly in C++.
• 5+ years of experience in game engine development.
• Bilingual in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of core engine systems and maintain high performance standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet technical requirements.
• Write clear technical documentation.

Skills

C++

Game Engine Development

Collaboration

Technical Documentation

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

Job description

As a Senior Game Engine Developer, you are an integral part of the game engine team, providing the essential link between gameplay and Unreal 5. Your technical expertise ranges from managing core engine systems to improving performance and optimising low-level systems. You work easily with cross-functional teams, sharing your technical knowledge and encouraging innovation. Overall, your contribution is essential to ensuring an exceptional multiplayer experience.

Joining Amazon Games Montréal means taking part in the foundation of a new video game studio that operates at a focused, human scale; participating in the creation of a new intellectual property, a fresh take on the AAA multiplayer online battle arena game (yes, a MOBA); and collaborating with a team of well-rounded experts who have a great time working together. Come build the future with us!

Key job responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Ownership and High Standards : Take ownership and support of core engine systems, maintain high standards of game engine performance, ensure that our game delivers an exceptional experience;
• Technical Expertise : Strong game engine development skills to dive deep into technical details, contribute to performance improvements, and enhance the code base by implementing features and optimising low-level systems;
• Technical Feasibility and Assessment : Understand project goals, identify development requirements, and assess technical feasibility to ensure alignment with goals;
• Industry Awareness : Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to remain competitive in the gaming industry;
• Collaboration : Work with cross-functional teams to meet technical requirements and promote innovation within our projects;
• Mentoring and Knowledge Sharing : Help and share your knowledge with team members and studio teams and contribute to a culture of learning and growth;
• Documentation : Write clear and comprehensive technical documentation to assist future development and maintenance efforts;
• Code Reviews : Actively participate in code reviews, providing feedback that promotes the highest standards of work.

A day in the life

About Amazon Games

Amazon Games applies the principles of Amazonian culture to the world of game design. We have a diverse team of talented, creative people pairing their love of making games with the unique strengths that come with being part of Amazon. Across all of our teams and locations, we are united by a common purpose : to share great gaming experiences with customers around the world. We believe in a future where everyone is a gamer and everyone can create, compete, collaborate and connect through games, and we are looking for the right people to help us build that future. With the power of Twitch and AWS at your fingertips, you will have the chance to innovate in gameplay, creativity, marketing, and technology, while working alongside some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field
• 10+ years programming experience, particularly in C++
• 5+ years of experience in game engine development experience
• Strong understanding of game engine architecture
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, in French and English; due to the nature of the role which requires interaction with other Amazon entities globally and with Amazon employees and stakeholders in other provinces in Canada, bilingualism French and English is required for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Unreal 5 or a similar game engine
• Experience with or interest in MOBA game development
• We know that your talent and skills can be expressed through a variety of relevant experiences. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not have all the qualifications listed.

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