Madison, Wisconsin
Lead Programmer Job Opening in Madison, Wisconsin - Human Head Studios, Inc. is seeking a talented, passionate Lead Programmer to join our team! This position is for a new multi-platform AAA project based in our Madison, WI studio.
The ideal candidate has considerable experience leading development on a large cutting-edge code base and has the ability to architect and implement critical game components.
Job Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, architecture, and implementation of the core game systems
Manage and mentor less experienced programmers, including task assignments and follow up
Collaborate with the design team on game features
Demonstrate and apply strong problem-solving and debugging skills in C++
Write clean, professional, and maintainable code
Implement features in C/C++ that are CPU and memory efficient
Proactively problem-solve performance and stability issues
Work in cooperation with designers, artists, animators and level designers to design, implement, polish, debug and optimize high quality gameplay features and systems
Job Requirements
5+ years of relevant programming experience, with demonstrated understanding of software engineering practices and proven coding skills
At least one shipped modern console or PC title in the Lead Programmer role
Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience
Strong task and schedule management skills
Proficient in C/C++ and object-oriented programming
Ability to work well in a fluid, changing environment as creative challenges evolve
Good communication skills, able to work well under pressure
Self-motivated and passionate about making video games
Pluses * Experience developing for Unreal Engine 4
Experience developing for PS4
Job Type: Full-time
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