Senior Gameplay Programmer [New Intellectual Property]

As a Senior Gameplay Programmer at Ubi Montreal, you will play a central role in the design, implementation, and optimization of interactive systems that bring a brand new game to life. You will directly influence the quality of the player experience and be the tangible link between code and in-game sensations. You will ensure the game is fun, respects its tone, and meets AAA standards, collaborating with AI, UI, and 3C specialists to realize the designers' vision.

Must Have

• Code new and existing systems to meet design intent
• Ensure consistency of new elements with existing code
• Develop tools to facilitate content team work
• Analyze and improve existing functionalities
• Collaborate with design and animation teams on environments
• Fix gameplay bugs
• Document systems and tools
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or computer engineering
• At least 5 years of experience in C++ programming and optimization
• Expertise in gameplay, AI, and design (main character, cameras, NPCs, environment, behaviors)

Good to Have

• Experience on a team that has delivered a video game
• Console development experience

Perks & Benefits

• Hybrid work model

As a Senior Gameplay Programmer at Ubi Montreal, you will play a central role in the design, implementation, and optimization of interactive systems that bring a brand new game to life. You will have a direct influence on the quality of the experience that will be in the hands of players and you will be the tangible link between code and in-game sensations.

With each iteration, you will ask essential questions: is it fun? does it respect the game's tone? is it worthy of an AAA title? A reliable member of a gameplay team composed of AI, UI, and 3C specialists, you will bring your technical expertise to realize the vision of the designers.

What you will do

• Code new and existing systems to meet design intent.
• Ensure the consistency of new elements with existing code.
• Develop tools to facilitate the work of content teams.
• Analyze and improve existing functionalities.
• Collaborate with design and animation teams on environments.
• Fix gameplay-related bugs.
• Document your systems and tools.

What you bring to the team

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or computer engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in C++ programming and optimization.
• Expertise in gameplay, AI, and design (main character, cameras, NPCs, environment, behaviors...).
• Experience on a team that has delivered a video game (an asset).
• Console development (an asset).
• Excellent communication with all trades, ability to inspire and motivate.
• Creativity and passion for innovation.

What to send us

• Your CV detailing education, experience, and skills.
• (Optional) Examples or links to your work in gameplay or technical systems.