Lead Programmer

Reports to: Programming Director

Duties:

• Develop software in C# by applying the principles of object-oriented coding;
• Work with the teams to establish the technical design and to implement an AI system that makes the non-user players alive and that offers a varied and fun playability;
• Quickly prototype new gameplays;
• Analyze and estimate development times, costs, and needs as the impacts of the proposed functions;
• Supervise and coach the programmation team;
• Work in collaboration with the other Leads to determine which are the technological priorities of the project according to the existing delays and constraints;
• Evaluate and distribute the tasks of the programmers team, based on the strengths and skills of the team members;
• Participate in the interview process for the Programmers team members;
• Participate to the evaluation of the programmer team members.

Experience and qualifications:

• University diploma in programming, computer engineering, software engineering or the equivalent
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in video games – at least 1 year as Lead Programmer
• Excellent knowledge of technological constraints on different game platforms
• Knowledge of mobile games
• Experience in project management and planning

Technical skills:

• Excellent C# knowledge
• Cross platform development an asset

Interpersonal skills:

• Leadership
• Ability to organize and manage the work of other programmers
• Ability to work as part of a team
• The desire to push the barriers of video game technology is required
• Maturity to give and receive constructive criticism is expected
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Motivation and interests:

Ambition and passion for video games are essential!