Unreal Programmer

Frima; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.5 workdays per week

Up to 7 weeks of vacation

Comprehensive group insurance

RRSP contribution

$400 allowance for ergonomic equipment

Job summary

A leading game development studio in Quebec is seeking an Unreal Programmer with a strong background in mobile platforms. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience and the ability to optimize Unreal Engine systems for mobile devices. This role offers flexible work options, including remote and on-site opportunities, along with generous vacation and benefits. Strong bilingual skills in French and English are required, as you'll collaborate with international partners.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a programming role.
• Strong understanding of software layers in video games, especially mobile.
• Experience with performance and memory management in mobile development.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily Scrum meetings for project progress.
• Contribute to code reviews and improve code quality.
• Develop and optimize Unreal Engine systems for mobile platforms.
• Work on mobile performance challenges and propose optimizations.
• Develop integrations related to mobile platforms and peripherals.
• Contribute to tools and pipelines to support mobile projects.
• Debug issues related to devices and OS updates.

Skills

Unreal Engine

Mobile development

Performance optimization

Android

iOS

Bilingual (French and English)

Education

University or college degree in Computer Science

Job description

Ready to level up your career? Frima is looking for an Unreal Programmer with experience on mobile platforms 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 (for individuals residing in the province of Quebec), 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 developments at Frima
• Tight-knit, caring, and inclusive teams, even remotely!
• Come discover the rest for yourself!

Job Description

What your weeks will look like

• Actively participate in daily Scrum meetings to ensure strong technical alignment and smooth project progress
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of code quality, performance, and robustness standards
• Develop and optimize Unreal Engine systems specifically oriented toward mobile platforms, considering Android and iOS constraints
• Work on mobile performance challenges (CPU, GPU, memory, battery) and propose optimizations suited to a production mobile environment
• Develop integrations related to mobile platforms, including connectivity (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, network services), peripherals, and APIs specific to mobile operating systems
• Contribute to the evolution of tools, pipelines, and technical processes to support the mobile project
• Debug and resolve issues related to new devices and Android/iOS operating system updates

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• University or college degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Between three (3) and five (5) years of experience in a programming role
• Strong understanding of the different software layers involved in running a video game, especially in a mobile context
• Ability to think systemically while considering complex architectures working together (SDKs, mobile clients, Unreal Engine, network services, communication protocols)
• Relevant experience in mobile development (iOS / Android), including managing performance and memory constraints
• Excellent command of both 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

Additional Information

Come and make a difference with us! #FrimaLife

• Find out more about us: https://frimastudio.com/a-propos/
• About our culture: https://vimeo.com/766900522?share=copyLe

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