Technical Director – Programming, Montreal, Canada – Immigration Support Possible NEW

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Job Opportunity with Our Client

Our client is a global reference in the video game industry, with teams dedicated to creating original and memorable gaming experiences. They believe that diverse perspectives help move both players and teams forward. If you’re passionate about innovation and eager to push the boundaries of entertainment, join us on our journey and help us create the unknown!

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the technological development and the on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery of a game, working closely with the producer and creative director. This role involves defining the technological scope of the project in partnership with IT project leads and the pipeline technology direction used for the game.

What You’ll Do

• Technology Strategy & Alignment: Define and drive the project’s technological direction.
• Ensure the integration of production pipelines and alignment with brand and pipeline roadmaps.
• Influence the strategic orientations of the pipeline based on the project’s needs.
• Ensure coherence between the project’s ambitions and technological constraints.

• Planning & Execution: Develop the project’s technological development plan.
• Prioritize deliverables and adjust plans according to risks, delays, or necessary trade-offs (time/quality/budget).
• Track key milestones, deliverables, and manage associated risks.

• Leadership & Collaboration: Work closely with the producer, creative director, and IT project leads.
• Mentor, coach, and structure the technical team.
• Provide strong leadership, especially during critical situations.
• Offer strategic feedback and solutions when facing technical roadblocks.

• Operational & Budget Management: Build and manage the pipeline’s operational budget.
• Analyze the return on investment of pipeline iterations.
• Identify technology partners and manage vendors.

• Vision & Growth: Contribute to defining the short-, mid-, and long-term vision for the pipeline.
• Propose technological evolutions aligned with the strategic objectives of both the project and our client.

Qualifications

• Experience in at least one full AAA video game production, in a technical leadership role.
• Professional experience in supervising or leading a team.
• Ability to clearly articulate and communicate a vision and strategy.
• Strong experience in developing, debugging, and optimizing tools and technologies for AAA game engines.
• Extensive hands-on experience with C++.
• Desire to find the best-fit solutions to complex problems, balancing the needs of stakeholders with differing priorities.

About Us

Our client’s teams consist of 19,000 people across more than 30 countries, all united by a shared mission: to enrich players’ lives through original and memorable gaming experiences. Their energy and talent have brought to life acclaimed franchises and many more are still to come.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and believes that diversity of backgrounds and perspectives is key to creating worlds where everyone can thrive and express themselves. Working at their Montréal location means being part of a work environment that sparks creativity and fosters connection, focused on professional growth, learning opportunities, and employee well-being.

If you’re excited about taking on meaningful challenges and working with cutting-edge technology, come join us and create the unknown. Our client embraces diversity in all its forms and is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace for everyone.

Work Flexibility

Our client supports flexible work practices and values meaningful in-person collaboration. Their hybrid model includes a minimum of three days per week in the office and two days working from home.

If you live outside Quebec or Canada, relocation will be required. If you need a work permit, your eligibility will depend on your educational background and relevant work experience, in accordance with government regulations.

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