Lead Programmer

Frima Studio; Quebec; Híbrido; CAD 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

4.5-day workweek

Remote/Hybrid/In-office options

Up to 7 weeks vacation

Group insurance coverage

RRSP contribution

$400 ergonomic equipment allowance

Gym and wellness activities

Resumo da oferta

Frima Studio in Quebec City and Montreal invites a talented Lead Programmer to drive core gameplay systems on a co-development project. You will lead a multidisciplinary team and collaborate across design, art, and production to deliver polished, high-performance experiences.

We value strong proficiency in C++, optimization, and Unreal Engine, plus fluency in French and English. Enjoy a 4.5-day workweek, flexible work arrangements, generous vacation, comprehensive benefits, and support for

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least five years of video game programming experience.
• Experience as a lead programmer or in a leadership role.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and code optimization.
• Proficiency with Unreal Engine is a strong asset.
• Excellent command of French and English, written and spoken.
• Willingness to travel internationally as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Determine appropriate technical means to meet project objectives.
• Communicate with design, art, and production for integration of components.
• Monitor schedules and deliverables per technical plan and adjust as needed.
• Identify and propose solutions to technical issues affecting production.
• Ensure code optimization and system performance for fluidity and stability.
• Lead regular team meetings to track progress and deadlines.
• Mentor programmers and provide coaching as needed.
• Develop skills and internal talent with training plans aligned to strategy.
• Build trust with partners and serve as the area lead on expertise.
• Participate in project reviews and post-mortems.
• Ensure partner satisfaction by tracking requests and changes.
• Share best practices and technical innovations with leads and Directors.
• Develop and optimize reusable tools and features to boost productivity.

Conhecimentos

C++

Optimization

Unreal Engine

Leadership

Bilingual FR/EN

Game programming

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Ready to take your career to the next level?

Frima is looking for a Lead Programmer to join a multidisciplinary team on one of our co-development projects!

We are Frima, a video game development studio based in Quebec City and Montreal for over 20 years, bringing together hundreds of passionate talents united by a single ambition: to create unforgettable games across all platforms.

We take care of our people

• 4.5-day workweek, year-round. (Friday afternoons off);
• Truly flexible work arrangements: remote, hybrid, or in-office—the choice is yours;
• Up to 7 weeks of vacation per year, sick days, and personal days: your well-being matters to us.
• Comprehensive group insurance coverage starting the day you join;
• A contribution to your RRSP;
• A $400 allowance for purchasing ergonomic equipment;

Life at the studio

• Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, a gym, sports activities, and more;
• Regular presentations on projects and new developments: we keep our team informed about what’s happening at Frima;
• Close-knit, supportive, and inclusive teams—even when working remotely!
• Come discover the rest for yourself!

Job Description

What your weeks are going to look like

• Determine the most appropriate technical means to achieve the project’s objectives, taking into account constraints (technical, budgetary, and time-related);
• Ensure smooth communication with other departments (design, art, production) to ensure optimal integration of the project’s various components;
• Monitor schedules and deliverables in accordance with the initial technical plan and anticipate any necessary adjustments;
• Identify and propose solutions to technical issues that could impact production;
• Ensure code optimization and system performance to guarantee optimal fluidity and stability;
• Organize and lead regular meetings with the team to track progress, anticipate risks, and verify that deadlines are being met;
• Assist programmers in resolving technical issues and provide support when they encounter roadblocks;
• Motivate, guide, and support the direct team by providing coaching through continuous feedback;
• Contribute to the development of skills and internal talent in your area of expertise by rigorously monitoring performance and developing relevant training plans tailored to corporate needs and strategic directions;
• Build a relationship of trust with the partner and serve as the point of contact in your area of expertise;
• Participate in project reviews and post-mortems;
• Ensure partner satisfaction by maintaining transparency and rigorously tracking requests and necessary adjustments;
• Participate in discussions with other leads and Director to share best practices and technical innovations;
• Develop and optimize, in collaboration with your team, reusable tools and features to improve the efficiency of your project;
• Contribute to the improvement of development processes and methods to optimize productivity and the quality of deliverables.

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, combined with experience deemed equivalent;
• At least five (5) years of experience in video game programming;
• Experience as a lead programmer or in a similar role;
• Strong proficiency in C++ and optimization skills;
• Proficiency with the Unreal game engine is a significant asset;
• Good understanding of the various hardware and software layers involved in the execution of a video game;
• Excellent command of French and English (written and spoken). English skills are required to perform the job, as we collaborate with English-speaking partners;
• Ability to travel internationally as needed.

What we value in our team

• Ability to anticipate and manage risks throughout the development process;
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to ensure projects are delivered on time;
• Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills;
• Demonstrated curiosity about new technologies;
• Proven strong team and project leadership skills;
• Ability to motivate and mentor;
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills, and the ability to communicate ideas clearly;
• Excellent critical evaluation of a finished product;
• Ability to question assumptions;
• Diplomacy, patience, resourcefulness, organization, and attention to detail.