Lead Gameplay Programmer (Unreal) – Mentorship & Systems

People Can Fly Studio

Canada

On-site

CAD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

100% insurance reimbursement up to $1000
4% RRSP matching
20 paid vacation days
Paid week off during Winter Holidays
Free virtual health sessions

Job summary

A leading game development studio in Canada is seeking a Lead Gameplay Programmer to lead and mentor the programming team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in game development, with strong proficiency in C++. This mid-senior level role involves collaborating with designers and ensuring engaging gameplay experiences. The studio offers a comprehensive benefits package and a creative work environment.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years experience working on console/PC games.
  • Strong mentoring and leadership skills necessary.
  • Proficient in multiple game engines.
  • Nice to have: Experience with C# and Python.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Gameplay Programming team to ensure engaging player experiences.
  • Conduct performance reviews and support career development.
  • Collaborate with Designers to deliver high-quality gameplay features.

Skills

C++
Source Control
Code Review
Project Management Software
3D Math
AI and Physics Knowledge
Game Development Experience

Tools

Git
Swarm
Perforce
JIRA
Confluence

Job description

A leading game development studio in Canada is seeking a Lead Gameplay Programmer to lead and mentor the programming team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in game development, with strong proficiency in C++. This mid-senior level role involves collaborating with designers and ensuring engaging gameplay experiences. The studio offers a comprehensive benefits package and a creative work environment.
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