Lead Unreal Programmer (Unreal)

Location: Quebec City or Montreal, Canada. 100% remote work is available for residents of the province of Quebec; hybrid and 100% in-person options are also available.

Company

hirify.global is a video game development studio based in Quebec City and Montreal, creating games across multiple platforms.

What you will do

• Lead hands-on design and development for a mobile video game within a multidisciplinary production team.
• Act as the primary point of contact for partners within the programming area.
• Define technical approaches and collaborate with design, art, production, and the Technical Director.
• Ensure code quality through code reviews, testing, optimization, and development best practices.
• Mobilize, mentor, and support programmers through coaching and continuous feedback.
• Participate in daily Scrum meetings and maintain smooth project communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least five years of development experience and prior experience as a Lead Programmer or in a similar role.
• Strong command of Unreal Engine and excellent knowledge of C++.
• Strong optimization skills and experience maintaining code quality.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in both French and English are required.
• Ability to travel abroad when required.

Nice to have

• Curiosity about new technologies.
• Strong team leadership, mentoring, diplomacy, organization, and stress-management skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Four and a half workdays per week year-round, with Friday afternoon off.
• Flexible work options: remote for Quebec residents, hybrid, or fully in person.
• Up to seven weeks of vacation per year, plus sick and personal days.
• Complete group insurance from the first day and an RRSP contribution.
• $400 allowance for ergonomic equipment, plus access to wellness and studio activities.
• Close-knit, caring, and inclusive teams with regular project and development presentations.