Senior Tools Programmer - F/M/NB

Role Summary

• Team composition: 5 tools programmer, of multiple skill set + Lead

As our studio develops AAA action-adventure games inspired by Indian epics, we are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Tools Programmer to join our team. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and optimizing various tools that enhance our game development pipeline, ensuring an engaging and responsive development experience. Your expertise will directly contribute to streamlining workflows and improving overall efficiency within the studio.

Core Mandate (3 main missions)

• Take ownership of a core topic of the team and have it progress in relation with other departments, likely other tech and content departments
• Mentor the other programmers of the project and participate to good practices
• Be force of proposal for improvements for our technology

Success Criteria (What are we expecting from this person in the next months)

• Tools Development: Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and user-friendly tools for the game development pipeline using C#, WPF, C++, and scripting languages. This includes creating tools that integrate seamlessly with our existing game mechanics, frameworks, and content creation workflows.
• Collaboration & Integration: Collaborate closely with designers, artists, and programmers to proactively identify their pain points and translate them into intuitive, efficient tools and automations that empower the team.
• Scalability & Technical Leadership: Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring the adoption of best practices in Tools development.
• Pipeline Optimization: Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development pipeline through tool-driven solutions, enhancing productivity and quality across the studio.

Key information

• Contractor/Freelance contract

• Availability: ASAP (if available later, do not hesitate to apply!)

• Location: Full remote possible (Europe only)

• Compensation and Benefits:

  We partner with Deel to facilitate hiring globally, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and providing tailored benefits for each country. This collaboration allows us to offer competitive packages and seamless onboarding for our international team members, enhancing their employment experience no matter where they are located.

• Few links about us

  • Our website: https://taragaming.com/
  • We released the first trailer: https://tinyurl.com/yd9k7fa8
  • Life as a Programmer at Tara Gaming
  • Life as an Artist at Tara Gaming
  • A short article about us: https://gamesbeat.com/the-age-of-bhaarat-aims-to-be-the-black-myth-wukong-moment-for-triple-a-fans-in-india-exclusive-interviews/
  • Good summary of our game: https://tinyurl.com/bdzxd9cc### Hard skills

• Mandatory

  • Proven experience as a Senior Tools Programmer within the game development industry.
  • Strong proficiency in C#, WPF, C++, and at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Lua).
  • Demonstrable experience in developing a variety of tools for game development pipelines (e.g., asset management, build systems, content creation tools, editor extensions).
  • Exceptional problem-solving and debugging skills, with a keen eye for optimizing workflows.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively gather requirements and provide solutions to diverse team members.

• Nice to have

  • Experience with Unreal Engine 5 (e.g., custom editor tools, Blueprint extensions).
  • Familiarity with AAA action-adventure game development pipelines and challenges.1. First conversation (20 min) by video call with Arthur (Recruiter): To learn more about your experience, your expectations and Tara Gaming/Novaquark

2. Technical interview (1h30) with Alexandre (Lead Tools Programmer) & Kunal (Senior Tools Programmer): Technical test sent 30min before the Technical interview (Q&A document, no coding test) and Technical interview (1h) to meet your future manager and to go deeper in our current context

Throughout the entire recruitment process, Arthur will ensure follow-up and coordination. Do not hesitate to send your portfolio in addition to your CV to showcase your creations!