Lead Software Developer - Remote

Overview

Snowed in Studios is a game development studio based in Ottawa, Canada. As part of Keywords Studios’ Create service line, we provide support to some of the most exciting games being made today. You’ll have the chance to make a global impact, working in a studio known for shipping some of the most prestigious household names in gaming.

In Short

• Working closely with client studios to bring their games to realization
• Supporting, mentoring and unblocking other programmers
• Promoting project coding practices
• Facilitating communication internally and externally
• Ensuring tasks are well broken down and estimates are reasonable
• Designing, implementing, and debugging game features
• Working on game toolsets and pipelines
• Analyzing and optimizing runtimes
• Collaborating on systems and tools to help designers implement their creative vision
• Building a solid relationship with your programming peers in-house and around the world

Requirements

• 6+ years professional experience
• Experience leading programming teams
• Proactive inclination to support and mentor other programmers
• Clear communication to facilitate common understandings among team and client
• Ability to communicate technical topics to non-technical team members or clients
• Highly resilient to the stresses of changing game requirements
• Advanced programming skills in C++ with strong understanding of the fundamentals
• Solid programming skills in C# with a strong understanding of the fundamentals
• Experience with game engines, primarily Unreal Engine
• Experience working in large codebases

Benefits

• The chance to work in triple-A, in a no-crunch modern studio with a relaxed atmosphere and a variety of work
• Comprehensive benefits package that covers Dental Care, Health Care (including out of country coverage), Vision Care, Long Term Disability, Physio, Massage etc.
• Generous leave policies include 4 weeks paid vacation (plus 1 week over the Holiday Season), unlimited sick leave and 2 paid personal days.
• RRSP Matching
• Financial assistance with relocation to Ottawa, ON as needed
• A dynamic and supportive team environment with a range of experience and an amazing culture
• The opportunity to build or expand your career the way you want to, in a smaller studio connected to a global studio family
• A way-cool hoodie!