Lead Programmer

Funcom ZPX is looking for an enthusiastic, talented and versatile Lead Programmer to join its team in Lisbon, working on Conan Exiles as well as a new open-world multiplayer game using the DUNE IP from Legendary Entertainment

As a Lead Programmer, you will be responsible for driving forwards a talented and enthusiastic team of engineers in a variety of games. You will design solutions, coach new team members and guarantee the quality of the work being delivered.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the underlying architecture for the game or backend systems.
• Oversee the work being done by any other developers working on the project.
• Be sure that the best practices, development processes, and coding standards are followed by all team members.
• Act as a mentor for new or junior software developers or programmers, as well as for all the members on the development team.
• Ownership of development plans and have supervisorial responsibilities in delegating work and ensuring that software projects come in on time and under budget.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of professional experience in game development.
• B.A. or B.S. Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Game Design or other Technical degree.
• Excellent knowledge of software architecture and software patterns.
• Prior experience in managing teams of programmers.
• Large experience with C++.
• Strong communication skills (English is our working language).

Pluses:

• Experience working with Unreal Engine 4 and the Blueprint scripting language.
• Experience working on one or more released titles.
• Prior experience working on multiplayer games.
• Knowledge of Agile principles and methodologies, including SCRUM and KANBAN.

You need:

• To identify yourself with, and embrace, our company values
• To have good written and oral communication skills in English
• To have a passion for games and your profession
• To be able to handle multiple tasks.
• To be able to work independently and to be self-directing.
• To relocate to Lisbon - Portugal after the situation with COVID-19 allows for it.
• Authorization to work in Europe

ZPX Offers:

• Strong company values
• Challenging and interesting work
• A position the right candidate can greatly influence
• Flexible working hours
• Team oriented culture
• Social events and gatherings

Please apply in English.

Must relocate to Lisbon, Portugal after the situation with COVID-19 allows for it - No Remote or Contracted Opportunities.