Senior Generalist Programmer - 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
• 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
• Supporting your team mates to accomplish goals

Requirements

• 6+ years professional experience
• Advanced programming skills in C++ with strong understanding of the fundamentals
• Solid programming skills in C# with a strong understanding of the fundamentals
• Emphasizes a deeper understanding of what the code is doing, not just that it works
• Experience with game engines, primarily Unreal Engine
• Experience working in large codebases
• Understands how to analyze and optimize code
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Comfortable with vector and matrix math and good with algorithms
• Understands various design patterns and their benefits/draw backs

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. We also provide parental leave top-up and an Employee and Family Assistance Plan that offer 24/7 free and confidential help with your physical and mental health.
• RRSP Matching
• A dynamic and supportive team environment with a range of experience and an amazing culture – we have board game nights, movie nights, arcade tournaments, and more to help blow off steam and hang out together.
• 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!