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The teams at Ubisoft Mainz are engineering some of Ubisoft’s biggest blockbusters. Operating from a historic city in the heart of Germany, the studio develops games pushing the limits of the genre like the acclaimed Anno 1800 and lends decades of expertise to AAA co-development projects like Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege and the upcoming Beyond Good And Evil 2.

Job Description

As an Engine Programmer on BGE2 you will share responsibility for developing and maintaining low-level systems and overall architecture. Currently, this role has a strong focus on the topic of physics but it can branch out in other areas of engine programming too.

What you will do:

Work on multiple platforms and in areas such as memory management, loading, streaming, physics and platform specific systems
Work as part of our feature teams, including but not limited to technical health and quality of life improvements
Experience in the design and implementation of various game systems
Work closely with other Programmers to help them achieve their Goals
Work with precision and care on our systems and frameworks
Provide the technical foundation for features
Maintain and extend the existing engine and frameworks, safeguarding and improving stability
Work on identifying and improving existing systems and identify new opportunities
Analyse, support and improve the performance of our features
Work on the architecture of our features, keeping long-term maintainability and scalability in mind
Work with the lead team on improving game stability and performance

Qualifications

What you bring:

Strong skills in C++
Good understanding of multithreaded code
Expertise in performance optimization techniques
3+ years of professional experience (at least one released title)
Strong ability for analysing and extending existing code
Good English and communication skills
Self-direction and motivation
Ability and desire to work as a team player
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, physics, mathematics or equivalent experience is a plus
Practical Experience with Physics Engines is a plus
Practical Experience with Havok is a plus
Experience with Console Development and Optimization is a plus

What to send our way:

Your CV, highlighting your education, experience and skills
A cover letter including your earliest starting date, expected salary and why you would like to join us
Any relevant code/work samples you can provide are highly appreciated

Additional Information

What we offer:

Relocation support: We offer financial support in form of a cash allowance and assistance with accommodation search and settle-in support via our relocation partner, for international candidates we offer visa assistance
Ubisoft Blue Byte Academy: We offer multiple opportunities for you to discover your full potential and develop yourself in various areas. Guest speakers from the industry, workshops, and access to our training and development platform as well as to our in-house library
Discounted and free games: Discount on employee game orders & free Ubisoft games on Ubisoft Connect
Hybrid work model: Provides the flexibility to combine working from the studio and your home within Germany
Monthly Mobility Budget: 80€ per month that can be used on bicycle lease, parking spot rental or public transportation ticket
Up to 350€ childcare support per child per month
Company Pension Scheme: We offer an attractive company pension scheme
Gym subsidy: We contribute 50% (up to a maximum amount of 25€) towards the monthly cost of a gym membership of your choice
English and German online lessons for free: Good to know: Our main language in the studio is English
26 days paid vacation per year
Corporate Benefits web portal: Employee discount program for affiliated retailers, shops, and service providers

Ubisoft offers the same job opportunities to all, without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability, or age. Ubisoft ensures the development of an inclusive work environment which mirrors the diversity of our players’ community.

Engine Programmer [Beyond Good And Evil 2] (f/m/d)