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Frima Studio

Lead Unreal Programmer

Quebec, QC · On-site

Frima is looking for a Lead Unreal Programmer to manage a team on one of our mobile project! We are Frima, a video game development studio based in Quebec City and Montreal for over 20 years ...

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What Does a Mobile Game Developer Do?

As a mobile game developer, your job is to help program a game app for people to use on a phone, tablet, or another mobile game player. In this role, you may help set up the intended user experience, coordinate with content providers, and test the software to ensure that all aspects function as intended. Many of the duties and responsibilities of this job depend on the employer. For example, some mobile game developers perform almost all tasks, while others focus on specific parts of the software in order to help maximize content delivery speeds. Many people in this industry work out of offices, but it is possible to work as a remote mobile game developer, especially if you have a high-speed internet connection that can support large game file transfers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Mobile Game Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mobile Game Developer, you need strong programming skills (often in languages like C#, C++, or Java), a solid grasp of game design principles, and experience with mobile platforms, typically supported by a relevant degree or portfolio. Familiarity with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine, and knowledge of version control systems like Git, are standard technical requirements. Creativity, problem-solving, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills that help deliver engaging user experiences and overcome development challenges. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality, innovative games that perform well in a competitive and rapidly evolving market.

What are some common challenges Mobile Game Developers face when optimizing games for different devices?

Mobile Game Developers often encounter challenges in ensuring their games run smoothly across a wide variety of devices with different screen sizes, operating systems, and hardware capabilities. Balancing high-quality graphics with performance, especially on lower-end devices, requires careful optimization and thorough testing. Developers also need to stay updated with frequent OS updates and new device releases, which can affect game compatibility and user experience. Collaboration with designers and QA testers is crucial to address these challenges effectively.

What is the difference between Mobile Game Developer vs Game Programmer?

AspectMobile Game DeveloperGame Programmer
Required SkillsMobile app development, Unity/Unreal, C# or C++Game engine programming, C++, scripting, graphics programming
Work EnvironmentMobile game studios, independent developers, tech companiesGame studios, software development firms, entertainment industry
CertificationsProgramming certifications, game development coursesComputer science degrees, programming certifications
Industry UsageDesigning and developing mobile games for iOS/AndroidDeveloping core game systems and engine features

Mobile Game Developers focus on creating games specifically for mobile platforms, emphasizing mobile UI/UX and platform-specific features. Game Programmers work on the underlying game engine and core systems, often across multiple platforms. While both roles require programming skills and industry experience, Mobile Game Developers specialize in mobile app development, whereas Game Programmers have a broader scope in game engine development and performance optimization.

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Behaviour Interactive

Montreal, QC

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Are you ready to dive into the world of cutting-edge video game development? Headquartered in Montreal, Behaviour Interactive is at the forefront of the gaming industry, crafting unforgettable experiences across PC, console, and mobile platforms. We're a dynamic, independent studio of over 1200 passionate employees, with studios in Toronto (Behaviour Toronto), Rotterdam (Behaviour Rotterdam) and in the UK (Behaviour UK-North & South). Our day to day revolves around two core business focuses: Services and Original Games. Our Services team collaborates with gaming and entertainment giants like Disney, Sony, Activision, and Nintendo, delivering exceptional work-for-hire development and pioneering immersive location-based entertainment (LBE). Meanwhile, our Original Games unit pushes our creative limits, with our signature IPs, including the iconic Dead by Daylight. Join us and be a part of the future of interactive entertainment!

At Behaviour Interactive, we believe in giving everyone a fair shot. We embrace a diverse and creative environment where everyone is celebrated. We value folks of all ages, sex, ethnicity, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, civil status, disability, or any other protected characteristics as per applicable law.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Gameplay Programmer to help shape engaging systems for an ambitious multiplayer openworld project. In this role, you will work at the heart of gameplay development, collaborating closely with designers and crossfunctional teams. You'll contribute to building flexible, datadriven systems that empower creativity and iteration. This is an opportunity to have a direct impact on core game features from concept to release. If you thrive in a fastpaced, collaborative environment, this role is for you.
In this role you will:
  • Design and implement flexible gameplay systems for an open world multiplayer game.
  • Work closely with game designers to prototype and iterate over various game mechanics.
  • Build data driven systems that are easily configurable and testable by game designers and modders.
  • Test, debug, and optimize code to ensure high quality standards.
  • Maintain code quality through mentoring, collaboration, and code review process.
  • Collaborate within a cross-functional team to design and implement core game features.
  • Test new features rigorously and offer suggestions for improvements and refinements.
What we're looking for:
  • 6+ years of game development experience.
  • 4+ years of game development experience focused on gameplay.
  • 4+ years of game development using Unity3D
  • Proficiency in design pattern and OOP using C# language,
  • Expertise in one or more gameplay mechanics: 3C, AI, open world mechanics.
  • Shipped at least one game on PC and/or consoles using Unity, Unreal Engine or other proprietary game engine
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
  • Adaptability and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Dans ce role, vous devrez :
  • Concevoir et mettre en uvre des systemes de gameplay flexibles pour un jeu multijoueur en monde ouvert;
  • Travailler en etroite collaboration avec les concepteurrices de jeu afin de prototyper et d'iterer sur differents mecanismes de jeu;
  • Developper des systemes pilotes par les donnees, facilement configurables et testables par les concepteurrices de jeu et les moddeureuses;
  • Tester, deboguer et optimiser le code afin d'assurer des standards de qualite eleves;Maintenir la qualite du code par le mentorat, la collaboration et le processus de revue de code;
  • Collaborer au sein d'une equipe multidisciplinaire pour concevoir et implementer des fonctionnalites de jeu fondamentales;
  • Tester rigoureusement les nouvelles fonctionnalites et proposer des suggestions d'amelioration et de raffinement.
Ce que nous recherchons:
Plus de 6 ans d'experience en developpement de jeux video;
Plus de 4 ans d'experience en developpement de jeux axe sur le gameplay;
Plus de 4 ans d'experience en developpement de jeux avec Unity3D;
Excellente maitrise des patrons de conception (design patterns) et de la programmation orientee objet (POO) en C#;
Expertise dans un ou plusieurs domaines de mecaniques de gameplay : 3C, IA, mecaniques de monde ouvert;
Avoir participe a la sortie d'au moins un jeu sur PC et/ou consoles a l'aide de Unity, Unreal Engine ou d'un moteur de jeu proprietaire;
Solides competences en communication et en relations interpersonnelles afin de collaborer efficacement avec des equipes diversifiees;
$1 - $1 a year
Nous recherchons une programmeureuse gameplay passionnee pour contribuer a la creation de systemes de jeu solides et immersifs sur un projet multijoueur en monde ouvert. Vous travaillerez au cur du developpement du gameplay, en collaboration etroite avec les equipes de design et les autres disciplines. Ce role vous permettra d'avoir un impact direct sur des fonctionnalites cles du jeu, de l'ideation jusqu'a la mise en production. Vous participerez a la conception de systemes flexibles, orientes donnees et favorisant l'iteration. Si vous aimez evoluer dans un environnement collaboratif et dynamique, ce poste est fait pour vous.

Prete a plonger dans le monde du developpement de jeux video a la pointe de la technologie ? Base a Montreal, Behaviour Interactif est un acteur majeur de l'industrie du jeu, creant des experiences inoubliables sur PC, console et mobile. On est un studio independant dynamique avec plus de 1200 employes passionnes, et on a des studios a Toronto (Behaviour Toronto), Rotterdam (Behaviour Rotterdam) et au Royaume-Uni (Behaviour UK-North & South). On se concentre sur deux grands axes : les Services et les Jeux Originaux. Notre equipe Services collabore avec des geants du jeu et du divertissement comme Disney, Sony, Activision et Nintendo, en offrant un developpement sur commande de premier choix et en innovant dans le divertissement immersif en lieu fixe (LBE). Pendant ce temps, notre unite Jeux Originaux repousse les limites de notre creativite avec nos IPs emblematiques, comme le fameux Dead by Daylight. Rejoins-nous et fais partie de l'avenir du divertissement interactif !

Chez Behaviour Interactif, on croit en l'equite des chances pour tout le monde et on celebre la diversite des personnes, des perspectives et des idees. C'est donc important pour nous de travailler avec des talents qui proviennent de tous les horizons, et ce, independamment de leur age, sexe, ethnicite, couleur, origine ethnique ou nationale, religion, orientation sexuelle, identite de genre, statut familial, handicap ou toute autre caracteristique protegee par les lois applicables. 
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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