Visionary Lead, Real-Time Engine & Tech Leader (Remote)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Retirement plan

Home office stipend

Remote work flexibility

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Real-time Engine Programmer for a fully remote position. You will guide a team of programmers and artists, steering the development of a proprietary real-time engine to enable immersive experiences.

The role is based conceptually in Paarl, Western Cape, but operates entirely remotely, offering flexibility to work from anywhere. The ideal candidate will have extensive C++ engine experience, a proven track record shipping large-scale real-time projects, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in real-time engine development, leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and optimization of a custom real-time engine for performance, stability, and scalability.
• Mentor and guide a remote team of programmers and technical artists.
• Collaborate with art, design, and production to translate needs into engine features.

Skills

C++

Engine lead

Rendering pipeline

Graphics APIs

Leadership

Remote team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Shader tools

Profiling tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Real-time Engine Programmer for a fully remote position. You will guide a team of programmers and artists, steering the development of a proprietary real-time engine to enable immersive experiences.

The role is based conceptually in Paarl, Western Cape, but operates entirely remotely, offering flexibility to work from anywhere. The ideal candidate will have extensive C++ engine experience, a proven track record shipping large-scale real-time projects, and strong