Lead Unreal Programmer

Frima Studio • Quebec, QC

73d • Hybrid

About The Position

Frima is looking for a Lead Unreal Programmer to manage a team on one of our mobile projects. We are a video game development studio based in Quebec City and Montreal for over 20 years, bringing together hundreds of passionate talents united by a single ambition: to create unforgettable games across all platforms. This is a leadership role where you remain hands-on technically, with evolving responsibilities, a stimulating mobile project, and FUN on a daily basis!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or another related field combined with equivalent experience
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in development
• Experience as a Lead Programmer or in a similar role
• Strong command of the Unreal game engine
• Excellent knowledge of C++ and strong optimization skills
• Ability to travel abroad when required
• Strong oral and written communication skills in both French and English. English proficiency is required, as we collaborate with English-speaking partners.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated curiosity for new technologies
• Strong team leadership skills
• Ability to mobilize and mentor others
• Excellent stress management in a fast-paced environment
• Diplomacy, patience, resourcefulness, organization, and rigor.

Responsibilities

• Daily Scrum meetings
• Build a trusted relationship with the partner by acting as the main point of contact within your area of expertise
• Contribute to the various stages of design and development of a video game on a mobile platform within a multidisciplinary production team
• Maintain smooth communication with other departments (design, art, production) to ensure optimal integration of all project components
• Provide your expertise to determine the most appropriate technical approaches to achieve the desired project outcomes
• Ensure code quality and adherence to development best practices (code reviews, testing, optimization)
• Mobilize, mentor, and support your direct team through ongoing coaching and continuous feedback
• Collaborate with the Technical Director (Core Team) to ensure alignment with company standards

Benefits

• 4.5 days of work per week, year-round. (Friday pm off)
• Truly flexible working: 100% remote (for residents of the province of Quebec), hybrid or 100% in person, the choice is yours
• Up to 7 weeks vacation per year, sick days & personal days
• Complete group insurance from day one
• A contribution to your RRSP
• 400$ allowance towards the purchase of ergonomic equipment
• Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, gym, sports activities, etc
• Regular presentations of projects and new developments
• Close-knit, caring and inclusive teams, even remotely!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager