Lead Game Programmer Jobs

Are you someone that takes initiative, provide a first-class experience, and stay passionate about producing excellent work? Then you are the Lead AI Programmer we are looking for!

The Company

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Our client is a phenomenally successful international company that distributes its own internally developed AA+/AAA multi-platform video games in RPG and FPS genre across the world. Their catalogue features widely praised series that have collectively sold over 7 million copies throughout the world. The studio is currently developing several major cross-platform video games.

On A Day-To-Day Basis, You Will:

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Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Lead by example and set standard for the AI team in the pursuit of excellence.
• The ability to implement the required AI solutions for the game, coping with the game design intentions and the technical requirements to secure performance.
• Understanding of all AI systems to work with and discuss needs from other departments and participate on the generation of cost-effective pipelines.
• Understand, plan and work on any required AI feature in coordination with the rest of the code team (engineers and gameplay programmers)
• Work on other non-AI features or sub-features assigned, when required.
• Take full responsibility of the assigned tasks from start to finish.
• Work on backend for enemy and player skills, RPG systems, etc.
• Work on specific tools requested by combat designers.
• Make sure all features are networked.
• Work on TRCs related to AI.

 Knowledge, Skills,and Experience

• 5+ years of experience as AI programmer
• Experience in managing a team
• Big plus if part of your experience was spent developing FPS Shooter / Tactical FPS games
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science
• Experience building AI systems for several Unreal Engine PC/Console/Mobile games
• Deep familiarity, experience and knowledge using Unreal Engine Blueprints and C++across the entire pipeline of 3D game development
• Able to work flexibly on both routine and more complex tasks across various projects and time-zones.
• Ability to prioritise workload as well as being flexible and responsive to last minute changes
• High level of attention to detail
• Methodical approach to work
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, able to listen carefully and respond appropriately at all levels.
• Excellent proficiency in English

 What Our Client Offers:

• Attractive remuneration, holidays and social events. Our client’s environment thrive with collaborative teamwork with people from all around the world, different nationalities, and languages.
• A supportive community inclusive of LGBTQ+, and any age, ethnicity, religion, or disability. They care about the well-being of employees and have a dedicated employee well-being programme.
• Flexibility with core hours, and no-notice holidays.
• Annual discretionary studio bonus
• Free games and merchandise
• Wrap parties for game releases
• Remote/Homeworking with flexible working schedules, a fun environment, and a relaxing culture, including the opportunity to work with the leading technology and creative minds in the world.
• Learn as you work and be part of something real that changes the face of gaming - forever.

We are on the lookout for a Lead Game Programmer, who will be ambitious about leading a team of winners and be a core part of a successful video game studio. If you are a successful and enthusiastic Lead Game Programmer, this job is for you!

The Company:

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Our client is a video game studio based in Lyon developing games for console, PC, and mobile platforms. They work both on original licenses and in partnership with renowned publishers.

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Backed by their 10 years of existence, and their experienced teams, their studio has achieved many successes: several titles in the Apple Arcade Top #5 , a mobile game self-published with more than 1M players, and a first console experience.

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In recent years, their studio has grown and now has more than 70 people. Our client’s common objective is to develop their console activity to carry out even more ambitious projects carried out by their internal teams. Currently, they are developing 2 action/adventure games on PC/Console with prestigious partners. 

Responsibilities:

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The programming team is looking for a person with a Lead role to carry out the following missions:

• Management of a team of programmers in an AGILE context
• Plan tasks and anticipate risks
• Accompany and improve the development process
• Gameplay programming and architecture
• Work with different trades: Game design, Programming, Art and Animation as well as with the game director to oversee the implementation of new features and systems
• Manage / review product code quality throughout the production cycle
• Be a force of proposal for the development of features and improvement of the quality of the game in general

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Qualifications

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Your profile:

• Senior profile with experience in a similar position
• Excellent command of Unity
• Sense of responsibility and great adaptability
• You know and like working in Agile, being inventive and participating in game design
• The taste for teamwork, in a very friendly atmosphere
• A desire to get involved in an independent studio of around sixty people
• A positive spirit, focused on finding effective solutions
• A human personality, a desire to help peers grow
• Experience developing a console game on Unity is a plus
• Unreal experience is a plus
• The passion for the entertainment industry in general: cinema, music, series and video games...

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Further information

• A great team of people!
• Warm atmosphere guaranteed
• Flexible hours
• Paid sick leave for children
• Hybrid work organization: Teleworking and flex-office possible
• Weekly team breakfasts
• Annual Summer Camp
• Fruit baskets, drinks and coffee available…
• Sports sessions organized regularly
• Benefits thanks to CSE platform (cinema, sports club, show, etc.)
• Console tournaments, board games, and more!

Additional Information:

• CDI
• Status frame
• Position to be filled as soon as possible
• Remuneration according to profile
• Meal vouchers, health insurance, provident fund, transport reimbursement at 50%, sustainable mobility package, parking on premises, holiday bonus, birth bonus, possible support for mobility
• Position open to people recognized as disabled workers