Engine Programmer (For Honor)

Ubisoft; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ubisoft Montréal is seeking a Senior Engine Programmer to evolve the technology behind For Honor as part of the Core Tech team. You will develop and optimize core engine systems for a live game, collaborating with Gameplay, Online, Tools, UI, and Graphics teams to enhance performance and stability.

Bring strong C++ expertise, knowledge of game engine architecture, and a track record in performance optimization, multithreading, and memory management.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, software engineering or equivalent training.
• At least 5 years of experience in software programming, ideally in the video game industry or any other relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain core engine systems.
• Investigate and resolve complex performance, stability, and memory issues.
• Design and implement technical improvements that support production needs.
• Work across disciplines to deliver technical solutions.
• Review code and contribute to the team's programming practices.
• Support other programmers as they use and evolve engine systems.
• Contribute to optimization, automation, and technology modernization.
• Keep up with relevant technology and improve development processes.

Skills

C++ programming

Game engine architecture

Performance optimization

Multithreading

Memory management

Debugging

Live-service games experience

Education

Degree in computer science, software engineering or equivalent training

Tools

Anvil

Scimitar

Job description

Job Description

As a Senior Engine Programmer at Ubisoft Montréal, you'll help evolve the technology behind For Honor as part of the Core Tech team.

You'll develop and optimize core engine systems for a live game, working with the Gameplay, Online, Tools, User Interface, and Graphics teams. Your work will support game performance and stability, as well as the tools the team uses to develop the game.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain core engine systems.
• Investigate and resolve complex performance, stability, and memory issues.
• Design and implement technical improvements that support production needs.
• Work across disciplines to deliver technical solutions.
• Review code and contribute to the team's programming practices.
• Support other programmers as they use and evolve engine systems.
• Contribute to optimization, automation, and technology modernization.
• Keep up with relevant technology and improve development processes.

Qualifications

Education

• Degree in computer science, software engineering or equivalent training.

Relevant experience

• At least 5 years of experience in software programming, ideally in the video game industry or any other relevant experience.

What you bring to the team

• Apply your experience with C++ programming.
• Understand game engine architecture and low-level systems.
• Apply your experience with performance optimization, multithreading, or memory management.
• Solve technical problems using debugging skills.
• Bring experience with Anvil or Scimitar, or an interest in learning the engine.
• Bring experience with a multiplayer or live-service game as an asset.

Additional Information

About FOR HONOR

For Honor is an established multiplayer fighting game that has been live for over 10 years and is supported by a passionate community of more than one million monthly active players. With a talented team of around 140 people, we continue to invest in the evolution of both the game and the technologies that will support its future for years to come. Join us and help shape the technological future of a live game enjoyed by millions of players worldwide.

Company Description

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin's Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you're passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help create the unknown!