We are looking for an experienced programmer to build robust gameplay systems for our new IP. This role would include game systems, AI, scripting and authoring/supporting designer tools.  Effective communication skills allowing tactful negotiations and technical guidance are paramount to success in this role.

This is a full-time remote or in-house position at our office in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Responsibilities

  • Implement game systems, AI and any requested designer tools.
  • Provide critical analysis of programming and development practices with the goal of improving game quality and team efficiency.
  • Collaborate with the Technical Director to evaluate and upgrade the skills of the team.
  • Perform research and acquire new knowledge necessary for the development of the game.
  • Work with the level designer to ensure optimal level performance.
  • Deliver bug fixes noted by QA in our issue tracker.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years professional game programming experience with at least one shipped title
  • Leadership potential and previous leadership experience
  • Expert C# programmer
  • Strong math skills (linear algebra, trigonometry, etc.)
  • High comfort level working within (and analyzing and improving) an established code base
  • Able to work in a collaborative environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Superb analytic and problem solving skills
  • Experience with optimization, namely with games created from first person perspective

Plusses

  • Computer science, EE, mathematics, physics or related degree
  • Experience with Unity
  • Experience creating Unity Editor extensions
  • Experience in GUI programming, especially within Unity
  • Expert C/C++ programmer
  • Experience with network programming and multiplayer replication
  • Experience developing on PS3/Xbox 360/Xbox One/PS4
  • Knowledge of Linux/SSH/PHP/HTML and other web technologies

Required Application Materials

Resume

Cover Letter which should include:

  • Why you are interested in working at Blue Isle Studios
  • What games you are currently playing or interested in

Please email your application to jobs@blueislestudios.com – Only submissions with cover letters will be considered.