Recoil Games

We are looking for a Lead Programmer for our ambitious next-gen project Earth No More.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Lead the programming team to improve and debug licensed game engine technology and tools to develop a cutting-edge next-gen AAA title.
2. Work with production, programmers, and other leads on the project to determine programming tasks and schedule requirements.
3. Mentor programmers in the team and maintain a positive work environment while continually reviewing the game and development process to identify areas needing improvement.
4. Participate in actual programming activities in various areas of the code base, build a cohesive programming team, and write technical documentation.

Requirements:

1. Highly proficient in C++ and object-oriented design.
2. Interest and experience in most aspects of game technology development (3D, AI, animation, audio, gameplay, physics, UI, network, tools).
3. Excellent interpersonal and verbal & written communication skills.
4. Strong desire and drive to develop cutting-edge AAA titles.
5. Experience working on console/PC titles in a lead role from start to finish, or worked on at least two console titles in a senior role from start to finish.
6. Good team player with the ability to utilize the potential of the programming team.
7. Comfortable working with an established code framework.
8. Ability to provide reliable schedule estimates and manage the programming team.
9. Ability to write robust, efficient, and maintainable code and mentor the programming team to do the same.
10. Ability to work efficiently and with diplomacy under pressure.

Assets:

1. Experience with Unreal Engine 3 by Epic Games.
2. Experience in developing on next-gen consoles (Xbox 360, PS3).
3. Bachelor's degree in software engineering.
4. Passion for developing and playing video games.
5. Experience in shipping an FPS game.

We Offer:

1. Company ownership.
2. High profile project co-produced by Radar Group.
3. Participation in the company's bonus system.
4. 5 weeks of annual vacation (in addition to 10-12 public holidays).
5. Relocation package with home visitation benefit.
6. Experienced and relaxed yet ambitious work atmosphere.
7. A country with one of the highest standards of living.

This is a full-time job, situated in Helsinki, Finland. Relocation is mandatory.

Please forward your application, CV, and work samples to jobs@recoilgames.com. Please provide documents in PDF, Word, or HTML formats.