Senior Unreal Programmer

Frima Studio; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development company is looking for a Senior Unreal Programmer (C++) to join their team in Quebec. This role requires a minimum of 10 years of programming experience and expertise in C++. The company offers a flexible work environment, up to 7 weeks of vacation, comprehensive insurance, and plenty of team activities. Ideal candidates will possess a strong understanding of game hardware/software and be comfortable working in a fast-paced setting, while being bilingual in French and English.

Benefits

Up to 7 weeks of vacation

Comprehensive group insurance

Gym access and snacks

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a programming role.
• Comfortable with long development iterations.
• Ability to travel outside the country when needed.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical resource for the other programmers on your team.
• Identify and solve performance issues related to CPU, GPU, and console memory.
• Develop and maintain links between the engine and toolchains on console.

Skills

Excellent command of C++

Strong understanding of game hardware/software layers

Bilingual in French and English

Excellent collaboration and communication skills

Ability to handle multiple requests

Education

University or college degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

We’re looking for a game-changing player!

Frima is looking for a Senior Unreal Programmer (C++) to help our game programming team level up.

At Frima, we’ve been cultivating creative boldness for over 20 years! We’re proud to have received the award for Best Employer in the Canadian video game industry in 2021, 2022, and 2023 (GamesIndustry.biz).

And the reason is simple — we know how to take care of our people:

• 4.5 workdays per week, year-round (Friday afternoons off);
• Truly flexible work: 100% remote, hybrid, or 100% on-site — it’s your choice;
• Up to 7 weeks of vacation per year, plus sick days and personal days — your well‑being matters to us;
• Comprehensive group insurance from day one;
• RRSP contribution;
• $400 allowance for ergonomic equipment purchases.

Life at the studio

• Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, a gym, sports activities, and more;
• Regular project and company update presentations — we keep our team informed about what’s happening at Frima;
• Tight‑knit, caring, and inclusive teams — even remotely!
• Come discover the rest for yourself!

Job Description

What your weeks will look like

• Daily Scrum meetings to start the day off right;
• Act as a technical resource for the other programmers on your team;
• Take part in code reviews with various team members;
• Identify and solve performance issues related to CPU, GPU, and console memory;
• Develop and maintain links between the engine and toolchains/pipelines on console;
• Debug issues related to new mobile devices and Xbox/Sony operating system updates;
• Maintain configurations and integrations with first‑party services (Microsoft and Sony).

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• University or college degree in Computer Science or equivalent;
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a programming role;
• Strong understanding of the different hardware and software layers involved when running a video game;
• Ability to think systemically while considering complex architectures working together (SDK / game servers or clients / Unreal Engine / streaming protocols);
• Comfortable with long development iterations;
• Excellent command of C++;
• Excellent command of French and English (spoken and written). English skills are required to perform the job, as we collaborate with English‑speaking partners;
• Ability to travel outside the country when needed.

What we value within our team

• Ability to handle multiple requests simultaneously and manage priorities;
• Diplomacy, autonomy, resourcefulness, and versatility;
• Excellent stress management in a fast‑paced environment;
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with multidisciplinary teams, and an interest in mentoring.

Additional Information

Come and make a difference with us! #FrimaLife

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