Lead 3D Programmer [Beyond Good And Evil 2] (f/m/d)
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Ubisoft2 · Mainz, GermanyFull-timeOn-site3mo ago
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Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of 3D programmers, providing technical direction and feedback
- Define and drive the technical vision for 3D programming and rendering systems
- Act as the primary 3D point of contact for stakeholders, communicating progress and risks
- Plan, prioritize, and assign 3D tasks, including estimation and risk assessment
- Make key architectural decisions to ensure performance, scalability, and visual quality
- Contribute hands-on to complex or high-risk 3D features and code reviews
- Promote knowledge sharing and best practices across the 3D team to prevent silos and bus-factor risk
- Support engineers' technical growth by challenging assumptions, increasing ownership, and encouraging responsibility beyond comfort zones
- What you bring:
- Experience leading or mentoring programmers in a 3D or rendering-focused environment
- 5+ years of professional experience in game development with strong 3D focus
- Excellent C/C++ skills and experience with real-time rendering systems
- Strong knowledge of 3D APIs, shaders, and rendering pipelines
- Solid understanding of CPU/GPU/memory performance trade-offs
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with international teams
- Experience with multi-platform development
- Experience developing or extending rendering engines or low-level 3D tools
- What to send our way:
- Your CV, highlighting your education, experience and skills
- A cover letter including your earliest starting date, expected salary and why you would like to join us
Benefits
Relocation support: We offer financial support in form of a cash allowance and assistance with accommodation search and settle-in support via our relocation partner, for international candidates we offer visa assistanceUbisoft Blue Byte Academy: We offer multiple opportunities for you to discover your full potential and develop yourself in various areas. Guest speakers from the industry, workshops, and access to our training and development platform as well as to our in-house libraryFree games: Free Ubisoft games on Ubisoft Connect PC, day one releases and game tokensMonthly Mobility Budget: 80€ per month that can be used on bicycle lease, parking spot rental or public transportation ticketUp to 350€ childcare support per child per monthCompany Pension Scheme: We offer an attractive company pension schemeGym subsidy: We contribute 50% (up to a maximum amount of 25€) towards the monthly cost of a gym membership of your choice26 days paid vacation per yearCorporate Benefits web portal: Employee discount program for affiliated retailers, shops, and service providersUbisoft offers the same job opportunities to all, without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability, or age. Ubisoft ensures the development of an inclusive work environment which mirrors the diversity of our players' community.For further information, please check https://mainz.ubisoft.com .Vision insurancePaid time off
Additional Information
Beyond Good and Evil 2 is an action-adventure sci-fi RPG set in the same universe as Ubisoft's original cult classic. You can now join our crew at Ubisoft Mainz to help us shape this amazing project. As Lead 3D Programmer, you lead the 3D programming discipline within the Mainz mandate and own the technical direction for rendering and real-time 3D features developed by the team. You manage and mentor a team of 3D programmers and act as the primary 3D expert for these features, working closely with production, engine, and content teams to ensure alignment and high-quality delivery.
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