Lead Programmer.

Games Jobs Direct; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development company in Riyadh is seeking a skilled Lead Programmer to guide their team in developing console games. This full-time position involves managing programmers, optimising game performance, and ensuring code quality. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree, 5 years of experience, and a strong grasp of Unreal engine architecture. In return, you will receive a generous salary and benefits within a welcoming culture.

Benefits

Generous salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience working as a Senior/Lead Programmer.
• At least 3 games shipped across multiple platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of Unreal engine architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of programmers.
• Implement strategies to optimise game performance.
• Set technical guidelines for scalable game code.
• Enforce coding standards and review code submissions.

Skills

Team management

Problem-solving

C/C++/C#

Unreal engine architecture

Education

Master’s degree in computer science or related field

Job description

Our client is seeking a Lead Programmer to join their team developing console games. This is a full‑time role based in Riyadh that comes with a generous salary and benefits package.

As a Lead Programmer, you will be responsible for leading the programming team, overseeing the development of game code, and ensuring that the game meets technical excellence.

In your first few weeks in this Lead Programmer role, you can expect to :

• Lead and manage a team of programmers, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to achieve project goals, quality and timeline
• Implement strategies to optimise game performance, memory and framerate
• Set the right technical guidelines to ensure scalability, maintenance and evolution of game code
• Enforce coding standards, best practices and development processes
• Review and provide feedback on code submissions, ensuring that they meet the required quality standards.

The ideal candidate should have experience managing a team, excellent problem‑solving skills and a passion for developing high‑quality console games. You will also need :

• A master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field
• 5 years of experience working in a Senior / Lead Programmer role
• At least 3 games shipped across multiple platforms and engines
• In‑depth knowledge of Unreal engine architecture, able to implement custom features
• Excellent C / C++ / C# and other development language skills.

In return for your dedication, collaboration and commitment, you'll receive a generous salary and benefits package, joining a welcoming and inclusive culture.

Don't hesitate to get in touch with Alfie from Skillsearch at today to apply for this full‑time Lead Programmer position in Riyadh. We're looking forward to meeting you.