Lead Programmer Unreal Engine

At Teravision Games, we have a very talent-focused and value-driven culture. We are looking to provide the world a window into that culture and contribute in some way to making our industry more inclusive while ultimately creating the most healthy and happy environment for talent.

Join us as a Lead Programmer, where you’ll not only guide the programming team in building the key systems that power our games but also inspire and nurture their growth. This role blends technical excellence with people leadership—supervising, coaching, and empowering your team to achieve their highest potential. You’ll drive the creation of scalable, functional solutions that meet project goals while cultivating a collaborative learning environment. As the bridge between technical and creative teams, you’ll ensure technical innovations are seamlessly woven into the gameplay experience.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead the team of programmers, providing technical guidance, support, and mentorship while ensuring the quality and consistency of delivered work through continuous feedback and leadership.
• Lead the professional development of the team through training, mentorship, ensuring their professional growth and alignment with the objectives of each role and the Studio
• Define programming standards, processes, and best practices, based on existing code conventions and general area processes, to ensure an efficient workflow for the entire team under their supervision.
• Design and oversee the planning and scheduling of the project, ensuring proper task allocation and adherence to established deadlines while identifying and communicating potential risks.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between the different areas involved in project development to ensure efficient execution aligned with the project's vision.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks related to performance and optimization within the project.
• Address any complex bugs or issues that may arise during development, providing effective solutions.
• Conduct thorough game testing, considering it as a complete product, to identify, improve, and/or correct features within their area or other areas.
• Support different team members in AI, Physics, Gameplay, Combat, UI/UX, Audio, and Engine.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5.
• Strong knowledge of Unreal Engine, with a deep understanding of its Game Framework for both single-player and multiplayer projects.
• Proven experience leading programming teams of 4 to 12 members, fostering both technical excellence and professional growth.
• Solid track record in the video game industry, implementing key systems across projects.
• Experience working on video game projects from pre-production to launch, with multi-platform development (PC, consoles, and mobile).
• Strong knowledge of software architecture and design patterns.
• Advanced expertise with tools and collaboration processes in game development, such as version control systems (Git & Perforce) and project management platforms

Benefits (Some benefits vary by location*)

• Flexible working hours.
• 15 paid vacation days.
• Medical and dental benefits.
• Snack Bar.
• Well-being programs.
• Family-friendly working environment.
• We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Note 1: Send us three (3) of the most notable code samples from your work (each sample should include a class with its .h file and .cpp file), where we can understand and evaluate, in a technical manner, the challenges and experiences you have had as a programmer throughout your professional life. Please avoid sending links to repositories or complete projects, so that the profile analysis process can be much quicker.

Note 2: This position is hybrid, combining on-site and remote work.

"Do you feel that you do not meet all the requirements listed in this job opening? Are you unsure if your level of experience aligns with what is needed?

We have noticed that certain cultural or gender identities often hesitate to apply for some of our available positions unless they believe they meet all the requirements perfectly. At Teravision Games, we embrace diversity, inclusion, and equity in our workplace. We firmly believe that your unique skills, perspective, and experience could be exactly what we are looking for.

If you are passionate about this position but feel that your experience does not perfectly match every profile requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway! At Teravision Games, we value the diverse experiences, talents, and potential that each individual brings. We are confident that the ideal opportunity for you might be closer than you think."