Programming Technical Lead (DevOps)

TL;DR

Programming Technical Lead (DevOps): Defining cloud computing strategies and backend/frontend service architecture for a gaming technology group with an accent on cloud infrastructure, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipeline management. Focus on designing scalable game infrastructure, mentoring junior team members, and driving continuous improvement in development processes.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Montreal, QC (Hybrid)

Company

An independent video game studio creating iconic experiences across PC, console, and mobile platforms with over 1200 employees worldwide.

What you will do

• Analyze requirements and develop architectural plans for game and development services.
• Design, implement, and oversee cloud computing strategies for live game infrastructure.
• Provide technical leadership, conduct code reviews, and mentor junior team members.
• Plan, organize, and manage technical tasks and project objectives.
• Collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement in processes and tools.
• Provide hands-on support to unblock development in difficult situations.

Requirements

• Senior-level experience in building and architecting distributed applications in enterprise cloud environments (AWS/Azure).
• Strong expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps practices.
• Hands-on experience with containerization tools including Docker, EKS, AKS, and Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in automation tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager.
• Experience configuring and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, TeamCity, GitLab).
• Must be located in or willing to work from Montreal, QC.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on industry-leading IPs like Dead by Daylight and collaborate with global entertainment giants.
• Opportunity to influence cloud strategy within a large-scale, independent game studio.
• Diverse and inclusive environment celebrating all backgrounds and perspectives.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.