Senior Programmer (C++)

What your weeks are going to look like

• Daily Scrum-style meetings to start the day off right, discuss technical challenges, and ensure rigorous tracking of deliverables.
• Participate in code reviews with various team members;
• Identify and resolve performance issues related to CPUs, GPUs, and memory;
• Develop and maintain integrations between the engine and toolchains and pipelines on mobile, PC, and console;
• Debug issues at both the engine and gameplay levels;
• Improve and automate our deployment and debugging processes;
• Maintain service configurations and integrations;
• Participate in the project’s technical design by proposing innovative solutions tailored to the project’s needs, while adhering to constraints (budget, deadlines, etc.);
• Support the team in addressing complex technical issues by proposing robust and effective solutions, thereby ensuring the quality and performance of the code;
• Provide technical support to overcome roadblocks and propose proactive solutions to keep the project on track;
• Make independent technical decisions, consulting with the Lead Programmer for choices with significant strategic impact;
• Develop, optimize, and maintain game features, ensuring their performance and interoperability with other systems;
• Mentor and support programmers by providing them with technical guidance and sharing best practices in development to ensure code quality and compliance with the team’s standards.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, combined with experience deemed equivalent;
• A minimum of ten (10) years of programming experience or other relevant experience;
• Previous experience in roles involving technical leadership (e.g., mentoring, functional team management, etc.);
• Excellent proficiency of the C++ language;
• Good knowledge of the various hardware and software layers involved in the execution of a video game;
• Ability to think systemically when considering complex architectures that work together (SDK / game server or clients / Unreal Engine / streaming protocols);
• Comfortable with long-term iterations;
• Proficiency with the Unreal game engine (a significant asset);
• Experience in mobile game development (a significant asset);
• Excellent command of French and English (written and spoken). English skills are required to perform the job, as we collaborate with English-speaking partners;
• Ability to travel outside the country as needed.

What we value in our team

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and manage priorities;
• Demonstrated curiosity about new technologies;
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills, and the ability to communicate ideas clearly;
• Independence, resourcefulness, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team;
• Commitment to quality work and meeting deadlines;
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Come be a Game Changer with us!

Come and make a difference with us!

• Find out more about us: https://frimastudio.com/a-propos/
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