We need an impact player!

Frima is looking for an Unreal Lead Programmer to take its game programming team to the next level.

At Frima, we've been nurturing creative audacity for over 20 years! We're proud to have been named Canada's Best Employer in the Video Game Industry for 2021, 2022 and 2023 (GamesIndustry.biz).

And the reason is simple, we know how to take care of our people:

• 4.5 days of work per week, year-round. (Friday pm off);
• Truly flexible working: 100% remote, hybrid or 100% in person, the choice is yours;
• Up to 7 weeks vacation per year, sick days & personal days: your well-being is important to us.
• Complete group insurance from day one;
• A contribution to your RRSP
• 400$ allowance towards the purchase of ergonomic equipment;

Life at the Studio

• Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, gym, sports activities, etc;
• Regular presentations of projects and new developments: we keep our team up to date on all Frima developments;
• Close-knit, caring and inclusive teams, even remotely!
• Come and discover the rest for yourself!

What your weeks are going to look like

• Daily Scrum-type meetings;
• Develop a relationship of trust with the partner by acting as the main point of contact in your area of expertise;
• Contribute to the various stages of video game design and production as part of a multidisciplinary production team; 
• Communicate smoothly with other departments (design, art, production) for optimal integration of the various project components;
• Contribute your expertise to determine the most appropriate technical means for the project to achieve the desired results;
• Ensure code quality and the application of good development practices (code reviews, testing, optimization);
• Mobilize, supervise and support your direct team by ensuring their coaching through continuous feedback;
• Collaborate with your technical director (Core Team) to ensure alignment with company standards.

In short, a management role in which you'll still be involved at a technical level, with varied responsibilities that evolve over time, stimulating projects and FUN every day!

What we're looking for

• University or college degree in computer science or equivalent; 
• Minimum of five (5) years of development experience;
• Experience as a lead programmer or in a similar position;
• Mastery of the Unreal game engine;
• Ability to travel outside the country as required;
• Good oral and written communication skills in both French and English. English skills are required as we work with English-speaking partners.

What we value in our team

• Demonstrated curiosity in new technologies;
• Leadership; 
• Ability to mobilize and mentor;
• Excellent stress management in a fast-paced environment;
• Diplomacy, patience, resourcefulness, organization and rigour.

Come and make a difference with us! #FrimaLife

• Find out more about us: https://frimastudio.com/a-propos/
• About our culture: https://vimeo.com/766900522?share=copyLe

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