Studio Technical Lead

Description

Are you interested in working for an exciting company that is redefining the way people play video games? Do you want to work for a world-class company in a fun, rewarding environment in Toronto? Then Gameloft is the company for you!

Gameloft, an international publisher and developer of video games for mobile phones and consoles, is seeking a Studio Technical Lead to join our Toronto Studio.

Qualified candidates will link up with imaginative design teams to create hot new game titles, fulfilling a wide range of genres from hardcore action to casual simulation and Freemium games. Previous hit games include Oregon Trail, Hero of Sparta, Zombie Infection, Modern Combat 3, Let’s Golf! 3, Order & Chaos, Dungeon Hunter, N.O.V.A., Green Farm, 9mm, Spiderman Toxic city, NFL 2010, Derek Jeter Pro Baseball 2009, Real Soccer 2009, New York Nights, Assassin’s Creed, LOST, Brain Challenge, Asphalt: Street Rules, and Brothers In Arms: Earned in Blood 3D.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Manage the programmer team for the entire studio;
Employee management;
Manage employee’s performance evaluation and disciplinary follow ups.
Active participation in recruitment (CV and portfolio sorting; test corrections; interviews; etc.)
Be an expert in design, programming, debugging and optimization and communicate this expertise to the Technical team;
Act as a mentor to Programmers especially in the areas of coding, architecture and best practices;
Exceptional analysis and problem-solving skills;
Program critical game modules;
Oversee the development of necessary tools for teams;
Collaborate with the Design and Art teams to set the various restrictions in the game and implement each element;

Requirements

Experience using C++;
Experience with iPhone, PS3, XBOX, PSP, DS or Online Gaming;
University degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science;
Advanced knowledge in 3D programming (OpenGL or DirectX);
5+ years’ experience in programming;
2+ years’ experience in the video game industry;
2+ years management experience
Organized, independent, and a leader;
Knowledge of the technical Pipeline and all the processes needed to make a game.

Desired Skills / Extras

Proven leadership ability and able to share knowledge, good communication and team management skills;
Able to work independently and under pressure;
Able to produce results under tight schedules;
Able to optimize code size and speed to take full advantage of the capabilities of each platform;
Methodical and structured programming;
Keen personal interest in video games with a solid knowledge of the field.

*Important*

Only retained candidates will be contacted. Your CV will be saved in our files for a period of 6 months. Thank you for your interest in Gameloft.

Why work for Gameloft?

Join one of the most exciting industrial sectors today, whose partners and clients include Apple, Microsoft, Nokia, Google, Nintendo, Samsung, and telecommunication carriers
Experience an exceptional, dynamic, demanding and motivating working environment within a fast-growing company
Work in an international environment where you can communicate with other countries and cultures on a daily basis
Enjoy excellent local working conditions (good office space quality, located in Toronto)
We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefit packages

About Gameloft

Gameloft is a leading international publisher and developer of downloadable video games. For 10 years, Gameloft has been established as one of the top innovators in its field. The company creates games for mobile phones, smartphones, iPhone iPod touch and iPad. Gameloft games are also available to players on WiiWare, DSiWare, Microsoft Xbox LIVE Arcade and PlayStation®Network.

Partnership agreements with leading licenses such as UNO™, Ferrari, Shrek, CSI, Spider-Man and Brothers in Arms allow Gameloft to form strong relationships with international brands. In addition to the partnerships, Gameloft owns and operates titles such as Real Football, Asphalt and Brain Challenge.

Gameloft is present on all the continents with its own production studios, employing over 3,500 developers, and distributes its games in over 100 countries. Gameloft is listed on Euronext Paris (ISIN: FR0000079600, Bloomberg: GFT FP, Reuters: GLFT.PA)

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