As a 3D Programming Team Lead at Ubisoft Montreal, you will guide the development and optimization of the project's 3D systems while working closely with technical and artistic teams to ensure a cohesive vision and high-performance results. What you'll do • Profile and optimize GPU usage to maintain high performance. • Collaborate with the Graphics Technical Director to define technical constraints and communicate technical possibilities to artistic teams. • Analyze the project's 3D vision and assess the technical feasibility of identified requirements. • Evaluate existing engine 3D features and determine their suitability for the project's objectives. • Design and implement new 3D systems when required. • Propose improvements and innovations inspired by industry best practices. • Ensure new 3D systems align with project goals and integrate seamlessly with the existing codebase. • Support 3D systems and features throughout production. • Identify and resolve 3D-related bugs reported by development and quality assurance teams. • Document systems and workflows to facilitate knowledge sharing and enable effective use by other disciplines. QUALIFICATIONS What you bring to the team • A degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent training and experience. • Minimum of 7 years of programming experience. • Strong knowledge of linear algebra applied to 3D programming. • Deep understanding of GPU architecture and performance optimization techniques. • Hands-on experience with low-level 3D APIs such as DirectX or Vulkan. • Understanding of shader languages and their integration within rendering pipelines. • Knowledge of software design best practices and CPU/GPU memory trade-offs. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. • Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-evolving environment. • Experience with Unreal Engine 5 (or a similar game engine). • Familiarity with GPU profiling and debugging tools such as RenderDoc, NVIDIA Nsight, or equivalent.