Crytek is looking for an experienced Lead Tools Programmer to join our games team at our Frankfurt, Germany studio.

*Required documents that allow a careful evaluation of your application are resume, cover letter and additional samples*

Responsibilities

• Lead the tools programmers and enable them to reach their full potential.
• Support and extend toolchains in alignment with CRYENGINE requirements.
• Implement new or improve tooling for all departments involved in the game production to achieve project objectives.
• Be aware of market trends and be able to integrate emerging technologies in our pipelines.
• Develop well designed software within project schedule to team standards.
• Coordinate tasks and technical implementation with the Technical Director and other Leads based on the current roadmap.
• Proactively drive your team and improve product quality as well as group productivity.
• Ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner and to a consistent very high quality standard.
• Adopt existing development processes and look for improvements.
• Be a role model for Regular/Senior programmers and oversee the mentoring process inside the discipline.
• Play a key role in the recruiting process for the tools programming team.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• 7+ years of professional experience as programmer within the games industry.
• Hands on experience shipping multiple titles, from beginning to end, preferably cross-platform ones.
• Demonstrated ability to apply creative and technical design processes while ensuring that high production values are never compromised.
• Good understanding of C++ in a games development environment.
• Experience with GUI frameworks, preferably Qt.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience with state-of-the-art AAA game development tools and methods.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical parties.
• Solid English skills, excellent communication skills with strong affinity for transparency.
• Be proactive and self-motivated, work without direct supervision.
• Willing to relocate to Frankfurt am Main area, Germany.

Pluses

• Passion for making games.
• Experience with Python and C#.
• Experience with any game engines, preferably with CRYENGINE.
• Previous experience on a multiplayer game.
• Experience with multi-threading.

What you can expect from us

• A refreshing yet highly professional atmosphere in a diverse team.
• Working with cutting edge technology
• Flexible work time.
• FUN.
• Free public transportation ticket, which lets you use public transport free of charge 24/7.
• Free German lessons
• Company language is English. Any additional language is a plus, but not a requirement.
• Extensive assistance with getting visa, work permits and communication with local authorities.
• Relocation support.
• A company apartment for your first few months and help in finding a private apartment.
• ...and much more!