Engine Programmer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Engine Programmer (Gamedev): Developing and evolving core engine systems for high-performance game production with an accent on scalability, modularity, and stability. Focus on optimizing core systems, designing technical solutions for physics and data pipelines, and implementing a long-term technical vision.

Location: Office-based in Montreal, Canada or Düsseldorf, Germany

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in gaming creating original and memorable experiences, including franchises like Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six, and Just Dance.

What you will do

• Develop, refactor, and optimize core engine systems aligned with a long-term technical vision.
• Program structured and maintainable systems meeting performance, modularity, and scalability requirements.
• Analyze development needs and evaluate the technical feasibility of proposed solutions.
• Improve game packaging technologies to support concurrent team workflows.
• Support production needs specifically related to physics systems and data pipelines.
• Recommend system improvements based on industry best practices and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent training.
• 5+ years of professional programming experience.
• Strong knowledge of software programming and game engine architecture.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems using a structured approach.
• Experience writing rigorous, high-quality, and maintainable code.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in the gaming industry.
• Collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives.
• Focus on innovation and pushing the boundaries of digital entertainment.