Lead Snowdrop Engine Programmer

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!

Job Description

As Lead Snowdrop Engine Programmer, you will drive the growth and success of our Snowdrop team.

You will be responsible for leading, developing, motivating and managing a team of programming experts, as well as the collaboration with the other teams across Ubisoft.

Your main mission

Lead and inspire a team of top-tier engine programmers to develop and maintain state-of-the-art engine features and systems.

Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure our engine technologies seamlessly integrate into our ambitious projects.

Mentor team members, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous learning.

Tackle and resolve complex technical challenges, ensuring our engine’s performance and stability

Stay ahead of industry trends, continuously enhancing our engine’s capabilities.

Share knowledge, motivate and inspire others to generate new ideas;

Efficiently communicate and support messages and decisions from management;

Plan, organize, follow-up and evaluate the work of the team and its impact on the project;

Actively work with other department leads and facilitate the information flow;

Identify risks and provide relevant solutions to complex problems;

Estimate time to accomplish programming tasks and commit to meeting all objectives;

Qualifications

The professional value you bring

Proven experience in the game industry with a focus on consoles

An unwavering passion for technology and innovation, with a dedication to professional growth and development.

Strong C++ knowledge

Strong debugging skills, understanding of memory management, multi-threaded coding

Experience with large engines and complex pipelines

Experience with profiling & optimization

The personal value you bring

Strong leadership and team-building skills.

Excellent training, coaching, and mentoring abilities.

Problem-solving and open minded;

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to lead and motivate high-performing teams.

Good oral and written communication in English;

What We Offer

An unparalleled opportunity to work on trailblazing projects with a team of industry visionaries.

A dynamic and inclusive work environment that champions creativity and innovation.

Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

Additional Information

What do we offer benefits wise?

Meal tickets with value of 30 ron/day

Access to private medical system and special subscription rates for family members

On site medical support

World Class Bronze subscription

Comprehensive wellbeing program (including physical fitness, mental health, financial education and internal communities)

Life insurance

Ubisoft bikes, free rental

Parking spaces for cars, bikes, motorbikes

Video games and consoles to borrow

Access to Ubisoft games via own Uplay account

Bookster (borrow books for free, delivered at home or in the office)

Free fruits and coffee in the office

Studio offered free days, confirmed on an annual basis for different events

Study leave

Christmas/ Easter celebration with a special gift

Partners’ discounts