Senior System Programmer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior System Programmer (Gamedev): Implementing, polishing, and optimizing medium‑to‑large scale game systems for a AAA title with an accent on performance and stability. Focus on debugging, profiling, and optimizing systems for PC, Xbox Series S/X, and PlayStation 5.

Location: Montreal, QC

Company

hirify.global is the largest Canadian gaming studio, best known for the multiplayer survival horror franchise Dead by Daylight™.

What you will do

• Implement, polish, and optimize game systems for PC, Xbox Series S/X, and PlayStation 5.
• Write and maintain high‑performing, scalable C++ code and Unreal Engine Blueprints.
• Collaborate within an Agile Scrum team, participating in daily stand‑ups and sprint planning.
• Improve development pipelines, including data validation and performance reporting.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure ship-ready quality and provide technical scoping and estimations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional programming experience.
• Proven experience working on Unreal Engine 4/5 core systems and features.
• Experience developing and optimizing Unreal Engine games on Xbox Series S/X and PlayStation 5.
• Strong proficiency in modern C++ language features and best practices.
• Ability to articulate complex technical issues and engage stakeholders for efficient resolution.

Culture & Benefits

• Award-winning culture recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Canada.
• Inclusive and diverse creative environment where all backgrounds are celebrated.
• Opportunity to work on a AAA title and original IPs within a world-leading studio.
• Stable, permanent full-time employment in a dynamic, independent studio.