Advanced Software Developer - Montreal

5 Months ago • 10 Years + • Game Engine • $110,000 PA - $135,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Advanced Software Developer, you will use your advanced programming skills to help our client studios bring their games to realization. You will use your passion for games, insatiable curiosity, and versatility to work on a variety of projects and across all aspects of game development. You will be part of a creative and supportive team environment with the ability to have a direct impact on the development of top-tier games. Some of the cool stuff you’ll be doing: 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.
Must have:
  • 10+ years professional experience
  • Advanced programming skills in C++
  • Solid programming skills in C#
  • 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
  • Understands various design patterns
  • Experience with console development
Good to have:
  • Experience with mobile development
  • Experience working directly with external clients
Perks:
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Generous leave policies
  • RRSP Matching
  • Dynamic and supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to build or expand your career
  • A way-cool hoodie!

Job Details

Description

 

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. 

Employee satisfaction is at the top of our priority list. We understand that you work your best when you’re in an environment conducive with collaboration, challenge and fun along with job stability. We value being transparent and providing visibility on expectations and career progression. We’re proud our efforts have been recognized by being one of the Top 5 Places to Work in Ottawa and one of the Best Places to Work in Canada by gamesindustry.biz! 

We are currently looking to add experienced Advanced Software Developer to our already amazing team. As a “Snowmie” programmer, you will use your advanced programming skills to help our client studios bring their games to realization.  

You will use your passion for games, insatiable curiosity, and versatility to work on a variety of projects and across all aspects of game development. In return, you will be part of a creative and supportive team environment with the ability to have a direct impact on the development of top-tier games. 

Are you up for the challenge? 

Some of the cool stuff you’ll be doing: 

  • 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 

What you’ll bring to the table: 

  • 10+ 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 

  • Experience with console development (PS5, Xbox Series X, Switch, etc.) 

  • Shipped game(s) 

Bonus points! 

  • Experience with mobile development 

  • Experience working directly with external clients 

What’s in it for you? 

  • 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! 

Additional Information: 

  • Primary Working Language: English 
  • Salary Range: $110,000-$135,000 

This is a remote position; however, candidates must reside in Quebec.

Snowed In Studios is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Please let us know of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. 

Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees. 

PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION POLICY 

Keywords Studios is strongly committed to protecting your personal information. By sending your CV/Resume, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and consent to your data being managed and retained in accordance with our data privacy and retention policy https://www.keywordsstudios.com/en/applicant-privacy-notice/

Role Information: EN 
Studio: Snowed In 
Location: Americas, Canada, Ontario 
Area of Work: Game Development 
Service: Create 
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent 
Working Pattern: Hybrid 

  

 

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Incorporated in February 2010, Snowed In Studios specializes in game development and custom software solutions for games. A Keywords Studio.

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