Programming Team Lead (Engine)

2K; Saguenay; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the gaming industry seeks a Team Lead to guide programmers in developing innovative technologies for acclaimed video games. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical and leadership skills and be passionate about building high-quality systems that enrich player experiences.

Benefits

6 weeks of vacation in the first year

Enriched parental leave

Ubi gym on-site

Complete group insurance program

Contribution to RRSP

Advantageous bonus program

Option for part-time work

Qualifications

• Experience managing a team of programmers or similar experience.
• Several years of solid programming experience.

Responsibilities

• Guide and coordinate a team of talented programmers.
• Review bugs and determine resolution approaches.
• Communicate with leads to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Communication

Strategic Leadership

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of C++

Knowledge of C#

Familiarity with Python

Familiarity with JavaScript

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Job description

Job Description

As an Team Lead, you will guide a team of talented and inspired programmers responsible for developing essential technologies for Ubisoft’s most anticipated games. Your team achieves its goals thanks to your technical expertise, leadership, and ability to make informed decisions when facing challenges. You take pride in and are passionate about the systems you build together.

Your broad vision and understanding of each team member’s role allow you to coordinate work effectively and amplify the impact of everyone’s efforts. When high-quality systems are delivered and interact seamlessly, you know you’re contributing to the rich gaming experience our players seek. That’s what truly motivates you.

What you'll do

A typical day involves bringing your team together to discuss the progress of assigned tasks. You review notable bugs and determine the best approach to resolve them. You regularly communicate with leads from other disciplines to plan, assess risks, and ensure timely delivery.

You actively participate in development alongside your team members every day. You keep your project manager informed of your mandates’ progress and meet with other leads—both from your project and others—to discuss process improvements and share technologies.

Qualifications

What you'll bring

• Experience managing a team of programmers or similar experience;
• Excellent communication and strategic leadership skills;
• The ability to remain calm in challenging situations (you know there’s always a solution);
• An understanding of video game production and strong interpersonal skills with non-technical stakeholders;
• A degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering;
• Strong knowledge of C++ and C# programming;
• Familiarity with other programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or others;
• Several years of solid programming experience;
• Knowledge of game engines or experience with embedded software programming or similar.

Additional Information

What to send our way

• Your CV highlighting your education, experience, skills and, if applicable, your delivered games.

Working at Ubisoft means

• A hybrid and flexible work mode, 6 weeks of vacation in your first year, an enriched parental leave, a Ubi gym directly in our offices, a complete group insurance program, access to complete Dialogue telemedicine services, an RRSP with a contribution from Ubisoft, an advantageous bonus program, concrete measures to ensure the right to disconnect, the option of working part-time and much more. Click here for all the details.
• Joining a team of 21,000 Ubisoft employees working across more than 40 locations around the world, are boundby a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come;
• Working for an equal opportunity employer, where diversity is a priority. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or health status.
• Working as a team to enrich players’ lives through unique and memorable gaming experiences and by improving the positive impacts of our games. To get there, we are creating a safer, more inclusive work environment, we are giving back to the communities where Ubisoft operates by working with local non-profit partners and by working to reduce the environmental impact of our business.

Company Description

Ubisoft Saguenay is a multidisciplinary team that has been shaping the video game industry since 2018. At the studio, you will discover an innovative, dynamic and creatively rich world. A unique environment that offers constant career advancement, a welcoming learning environment, competitive compensation packages, and most importantly, equal opportunity. Joining Ubisoft Saguenay means playing a key role in the development of world-class games in collaboration with other Ubisoft studios. We are looking for passionate creators who want to create exceptional games and provide memorable experiences for our players.