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Game Engine Programmer

Snowed In Studios, a game development studio based in Ottawa, Canada, is seeking experienced Game Engine & Systems Programmers to join our team. As part of Keywords Studios' Create service line, we provide support to a diverse range of games, working with some of the most prestigious household names in gaming. At Snowed In Studios, we prioritize employee satisfaction and understand that a happy team is a productive team.

As a “Snowmie” programmer, you'll use your expertise in C++ / C# to help our client studios bring their games to life. You'll collaborate with other skilled programmers and multi-disciplinary teams to implement and optimize game features.

We value passion for games, insatiable curiosity, and versatility. As such, you'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and across all aspects of game development. In return, you'll 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
• Write clear, maintainable, highly functional code and portable C++ code
• Support and maintain existing systems
• 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:

• 4+ years game industry C++ development programming experience with at least 3+ years of engine experience
• Very strong C++ design and coding experience with strong understanding of the fundamentals
• Experience in building multithreaded, real-time systems
• Experience writing systems balancing performance and maintainability
• Emphasizes a deeper understanding of what the code is doing, not just that it works
• Experience profiling and optimizing both CPU and GPU utilization
• 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
• BSc in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Bonus points!

• Experience with console development (PS4, Xbox One, etc.)
• Experience with animation, 3D graphics, audio, AI, or gameplay programming
• Experience working professionally with Unreal
• Shipped game(s)
• 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 including 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 and Employee Stock Purchase Programs
• Financial assistance with relocation to Ottawa, ON
• 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: $65,000 to $110,000

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.

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Benefits

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