TL;DR
Gameplay Programmer (Gamedev): Building and optimizing core gameplay systems for an open-world action-adventure game with an accent on C++ architecture, gameplay mechanics, and AI integration. Focus on designing robust, scalable systems and ensuring high-quality performance across cross-disciplinary features in a complex proprietary engine environment.
Location: Office-based in Montpellier, France or Montreal, Canada
Company
Ubisoft is a global leader in the video game industry, known for creating iconic franchises and immersive gaming experiences across the globe.
What you will do
- Develop and maintain complex gameplay systems including AI, 3C mechanics, and state machines.
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, including Level Design, Art, and QA, to ensure system coherence.
- Take ownership of technical features from initial design to final implementation.
- Challenge design intentions to guarantee gameplay is robust, fun, and technically performant.
- Proactively identify and resolve technical blockers while maintaining clear documentation.
Requirements
- Strong proficiency in C++ and experience with node-based programming.
- Professional experience in video game production gameplay programming.
- Solid understanding of game engines, 3D mathematics, and state machines.
- Ability to navigate across disciplines and align technical needs with creative requirements.
- Excellent communication and collaborative skills in an international team environment.
Culture & Benefits
- Work on high-profile, ambitious projects within a creative and supportive environment.
- Guidance and onboarding provided by experienced leads from day one.
- Focus on diversity and inclusion within a global company culture.
- Opportunity to influence the development of tools and techniques for the proprietary Voyager engine.
Hiring process
- Introductory meeting with a recruiter to align background and expectations.
- Technical discussion with team members to verify expertise and fit.