Frima is looking for a Lead Programmer to join a multidisciplinary team on one of our co-development projects!
We are Frima, a video game development studio based in Quebec City and Montreal for over 20 years, bringing together hundreds of passionate talents united by a single ambition: to create unforgettable games across all platforms.

Truly flexible work arrangements: remote, hybrid, or in-office—the choice is yours;

- Up to 7 weeks of vacation per year, sick days, and personal days: your well-being matters to us.
- Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, a gym, sports activities, and more;

Regular presentations on projects and new developments: we keep our team informed about what’s happening at Frima;
Close-knit, supportive, and inclusive teams—even when working remotely!
Determine the most appropriate technical means to achieve the project’s objectives, taking into account constraints (technical, budgetary, and time-related);
Ensure smooth communication with other departments (design, art, production) to ensure optimal integration of the project’s various components;
Monitor schedules and deliverables in accordance with the initial technical plan and anticipate any necessary adjustments;
Identify and propose solutions to technical issues that could impact production;
Ensure code optimization and system performance to guarantee optimal fluidity and stability;
Organize and lead regular meetings with the team to track progress, anticipate risks, and verify that deadlines are being met;
Assist programmers in resolving technical issues and provide support when they encounter roadblocks;
Motivate, guide, and support the direct team by providing coaching through continuous feedback;




Contribute to the development of skills and internal talent in your area of expertise by rigorously monitoring performance and developing relevant training plans tailored to corporate needs and strategic directions;
Build a relationship of trust with the partner and serve as the point of contact in your area of expertise;
Participate in project reviews and post-mortems;
Participate in discussions with other leads and Director to share best practices and technical innovations;
Develop and optimize, in collaboration with your team, reusable tools and features to improve the efficiency of your project;
Contribute to the improvement of development processes and methods to optimize productivity and the quality of deliverables.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, combined with experience deemed equivalent;
At least five (5) years of experience in video game programming;
Experience as a lead programmer or in a similar role;
Solid proficiency in C++ and optimization skills;
Proficiency with the Unreal game engine is a significant asset;
Good understanding of the various hardware and software layers involved in the execution of a video game;
Experience in mobile game development (a significant asset);
Excellent command of French and English (written and spoken). English skills are required to perform the job, as we collaborate with English-speaking partners;
Ability to travel internationally as needed.

Ability to anticipate and manage risks throughout the development process;
Strong organizational and prioritization skills to ensure projects are delivered on time;
Proven strong team and project leadership skills;
Come be a Game Changer with us!

📌 H/F Lead Développeur - Remote Flexible (Quebec City)
🏢 Frima Studio
📍 Quebec City