Lead 3D Programmer [Beyond Good And Evil 2]

Ubisoft GmbH
Mainz, Germany
1 day ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) C++ (Programming Language) Code Review Video Game Development HLSL Multiplatform

Job description

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.

What you will do:

  • 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

Requirements

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

Benefits & conditions

  • Ubisoft 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 library
  • Free games: Free Ubisoft games on Ubisoft Connect PC, day one releases and game tokens
  • Monthly Mobility Budget: 80€ per month that can be used on bicycle lease, parking spot rental or public transportation ticket
  • Up to 350€ childcare support per child per month
  • Company Pension Scheme: We offer an attractive company pension scheme
  • Gym subsidy: We contribute 50% (up to a maximum amount of 25€) towards the monthly cost of a gym membership of your choice
  • 26 days paid vacation per year
  • Corporate Benefits web portal: Employee discount program for affiliated retailers, shops, and service providers

Ubisoft 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.

About the company

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!

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