Online Programmer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Online Programmer (Gamedev): Developing and supporting online features and systems for video games with an accent on network protocols, security, and scalability. Focus on optimizing existing features, fixing network bugs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to determine technical possibilities.

Location: Office-based in Montreal, Canada

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in the video game industry, creating original and memorable experiences.

What you will do

• Compile and understand project network and online intentions and define development needs.
• Program in a clear and structured manner, considering performance, maintainability, and compatibility criteria.
• Investigate and fix network and online bugs identified by other teams and by quality control.
• Collaborate with the creative director, game designers, and other teams to discuss constraints and determine technical possibilities.
• Provide support for online and network features and systems during production and live operations.
• Analyze existing network and online features in the engine and assess whether they meet the project’s intentions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or other relevant training.
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in online programming, ideally in the video game industry or any other relevant experience.
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
• Knowledge of protocols (IP, UDP, TCP) and common uses (UPnP, VoIP).
• Experience with C++, Python, C#, SQL, and network engines.

Culture & Benefits

• Teams around the world creating original and memorable experiences.
• Passionate about innovation and pushing the boundaries of entertainment.
• Opportunity to help create the unknown.