Game Security Engineer: Anti-Cheat & Client Hardening

Ubisoft; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio in Montreal is looking for a Game Security Programmer to design and integrate advanced security features. You will collaborate with production teams to enhance client-server security and combat cheating. Candidates should have strong C/C++ skills, experience in anti-cheat technologies, and a passion for fair gameplay. The position is full-time and embraces a hybrid work model, supporting work-life balance in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Expert in multi-threading and low-level optimization.
• Familiar with Windows internals, with Android/iOS as a plus.
• Experience in integrity verification and code hardening.

Responsibilities

• Develop security and anti-cheat systems for game engine.
• Secure game-client communications with online services.
• Collaborate on shaping the security roadmap.

Skills

Advanced C/C++ programming

Security and platform knowledge

Anti-cheat protection experience

Problem-solving abilities

Collaborative development

Strong communication skills

Tools

Perforce

Git

LLVM code base

Job description

A leading game development studio in Montreal is looking for a Game Security Programmer to design and integrate advanced security features. You will collaborate with production teams to enhance client-server security and combat cheating. Candidates should have strong C/C++ skills, experience in anti-cheat technologies, and a passion for fair gameplay. The position is full-time and embraces a hybrid work model, supporting work-life balance in a diverse and inclusive environment.