About the Role
We are looking for a Lead Programmer to drive the engineering team and take full ownership of our technical direction. You will play a critical role in building and shipping from vertical slice through to Gold certification.
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Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Own the PS5 build pipeline and TRC certification process
- Implement DualSense haptic feedback and adaptive trigger integration
- Define and maintain the Unreal Engine 5 core systems architecture
- Drive performance optimization across PS5 and PC targets
- Mentor and support the programming team, setting standards and technical direction
- Collaborate with the Senior Producer on scheduling, scoping, and milestone delivery
- Work closely with art and design teams to deliver a cohesive, high-quality experience
What We Are Looking For
- 8+ years of professional game development experience
- At least one shipped title as Lead or Senior Programmer
- Deep expertise in Unreal Engine 5
- Strong console development experience -- PS5 required
- Advanced C++ proficiency
- Experience working with large codebases and middleware pipelines
- Strong communication skills across disciplines
Pluses
- PlayStation DevKit hands-on experience
- At least one shipped AA or AAA title as Lead or Senior Programmer
Benefits
- Tax-free salary in Abu Dhabi
- UAE Golden Visa sponsorship
- Health insurance provided
- On-site role in Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Full ownership and technical leadership from day one
- A veteran team built for this project
- Milestone-based production with a clear delivery structure
Salary
156,000 - 180,000 USD per annum
