Senior Engineering Manager

2K; Nova Scotia; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development company in Nova Scotia is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead teams responsible for high-quality game development. You will mentor engineers and oversee all aspects of software engineering. The ideal candidate will bring at least 6 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of game development. Relocation support may be available.

Qualifications

• 6 to 8+ years of industry experience in engineering.
• Track record of leading teams and providing mentorship.
• Deep understanding of the game development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a strong engineering team.
• Drive project-wide decision making with Leadership Team.
• Surface risks and remove blockers across departments.
• Conduct performance reviews and 1:1s with engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

C/C++

C#

Software architecture

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Senior Engineering Manager — HB Studios is looking for a hardworking Senior Engineering Manager who has a high bar for the quality of their code as well as a desire to grow engineers. In this role you will build and develop the technical skillset and teamwork of your team through training, collaboration and mentorship. Manage and develop a team of software engineers and help lead the programming effort within a franchise for building technology for state-of-the-art games. Candidates should have a passion for gaming and always one step ahead in development processes and release management. We also place a lot of importance on individuals being self-motivated and self-directed.

We believe in building together, learning constantly, and making games that bring joy to players around the world. Join us, and help shape the future of play.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and lead a strong engineering team combining internal staff and external developers.
• Partner with the Leadership Team to drive project-wide decision making and execution.
• Work across departments to surface risks and remove blockers.
• Lead with a franchise-first mindset, prioritizing the broader success of the game and reinforcing shared leadership expectations.
• Manage a team of engineers, conducting performance reviews and regular 1:1s.
• Work with Project Management and the Engineering Department to determine the type, number and assignment of SE’s required to deliver the project.
• Ensure company coding practices are followed within their team.
• Participate in Engineering Department management meetings.
• Investigate techniques and methodologies to improve the quality and productivity of software development.
• Maintain expertise in the current code base and tools.
• Stay hands-on when needed, including diving into code to support the team.
• Directly manage engineers, developing them into strong individual contributors and/or managers.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Typically, a minimum of 6 to 8+ years of industry experience in engineering.
• We\'re looking for individuals with a track record of leading teams and providing direct support and mentorship to their reports.
• Deep understanding of the game development lifecycle, engineering principles, and related technology.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Expert knowledge and experience with C/C++ and C#.
• Excellent software architecture skills.
• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Location/Relocation Requirements

• Position based in Nova Scotia.
• Willingness to relocate to Nova Scotia is preferred.
• Relocation support may be available for the right candidate.
• Nova Scotia offers access to nature, cultural experiences, and a balanced lifestyle.

We encourage applicants with varied perspectives and backgrounds and believe they are the foundation to a strong team. Please submit your cover letter and resume!

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.

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