Associate Lead Unreal Engine Programmer- F/M/NB

Permanent contract
Salary: €44K to 60K
Starting date: March 31, 2025
Fully-remote
Experience: > 7 years

Novaquark
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The position

Job description

Context

  • Are you an experienced Unreal Engine 5 programmer eager to take on a leadership role in engine development for a AAA game?

    Do you have a strong background in low-level system optimization, multi-platform performance tuning, and Unreal Engine architecture, along with a passion for mentoring and guiding technical teams?

    Ready to collaborate with technical leads and engine programmers to drive innovation, scalability, and seamless integration across our cutting-edge project?

Why do we need an Associate Lead Unreal Engine Programmer

As our studio focuses on developing a AAA action-adventure combat game inspired by Indian mythology, we need an Associate Lead Unreal Engine Programmer to support and enhance the core technical foundation of our game. Working closely with the Lead Engine Programmer, you will play a crucial role in optimizing engine performance, developing robust low-level systems, and ensuring smooth multi-platform gameplay. Your contributions will help shape a scalable and innovative engine pipeline that powers an immersive experience.

Your future team

You will join a project with 100 people (Gameplay Programmers, Designers, Artists, etc.) from multiple countries (Europe, Canada, USA…). The team is set to grow in the future!

All techs are supervised by Colin (Lead Tech) and you will work closely with him.

Key information

  • Accepting permanent staff and freelance candidates

  • Availability: April (if available earlier or later, do not hesitate to apply!)

  • Location: Paris or Montreal (Full remote possible)

  • Compensation and Benefits (France):

    💸 44k€ to 60k€ (+ depending on profile)

    🌍 Full remote possible

    🏖️ 25 paid holidays + 11 RTT

    🍴 Lunch vouchers via Swile

    🩺 Health insurance via Alan, 100% covered

    💵 Referral bonus of €600

  • Compensation and Benefits (Canada):

    💸 90k$CAD to 120k$CAD (+ depending on profile)

    🌍 Full remote possible

    🏖️ 20 paid holidays

    🩺 Premium health insurance

    💰 Opening of a retirement savings account after the probationary period

    💵 Referral bonus of 900$CA

  • Compensation and Benefits (Other country):

    We partner with Deel to facilitate hiring globally, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and providing tailored benefits for each country. This collaboration allows us to offer competitive packages and seamless onboarding for our international team members, enhancing their employment experience no matter where they are located.


Preferred experience

Your future impact

  • Technical Excellence:

    As an Associate Lead, your expertise in Unreal Engine 5 will be key to refining and optimizing engine performance, low-level systems, and architectural scalability. Your ability to implement efficient, cutting-edge solutions will elevate the technical quality of our game.

  • Collaboration & Integration:

    You will work closely with technical leads, gameplay programmers, and artists to ensure that engine features align with creative and design goals. Your insights will streamline development workflows and contribute to a smooth and immersive player experience.

  • Mentorship & Support:

    Supporting the Lead Engine Programmer, you will mentor and guide engine programmers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration. Your leadership will help drive best practices and ensure high-quality code standards.

  • Innovation & Scalability:

    By actively participating in engine architecture discussions and feature development, you will help drive scalable, future-proof solutions that push the limits of real-time technology and multi-platform optimization.

    Impact Overview:

    • Players will experience a smooth and optimized game, thanks to your efforts in engine performance and stability.

    • The Game will benefit from a powerful, scalable, and well-structured engine framework.

    • Internal Teams will thrive under your mentorship and leadership, ensuring seamless collaboration and technical efficiency.

    • By exploring new Unreal Engine technologies and optimization techniques, you will contribute to the studio’s technical innovation and long-term success.


Recruitment process

1. First conversation (20 min) by video call with Arthur (Recruiter): To learn more about your experience, your expectations and Novaquark

2. Technical test (30 min) sent 30min before the Technical Interview.

3. Technical interview (45 min) via video call with Tushar (Tech Manager), Colin (Lead Tech and Victor (Associate Lead Gameplay Programmer): To assess your technical skills and talk about your test

Throughout the entire recruitment process, Arthur will ensure follow-up and coordination. Do not hesitate to send your portfolio in addition to your CV to showcase your creations!

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