Lead Engine Programmer
DreamWorks Animation
Lead Engine Programmer
DreamWorks Animation
Produces animated films and TV series
As a Lead Engine Programmer, you are responsible for defining, building, and guiding the core Unreal Engine–based systems that underpin gameplay, rendering, physics, tools, and pipelines on an AAA title. You provide technical leadership for engine architecture and low‑level systems while collaborating closely with Gameplay, Rendering, Tools, Pipeline, and Production to ensure Unreal Engine is extended, optimized, and maintained to meet project needs. You balance hands‑on development with mentorship, system ownership, and long‑term technical direction.
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À titre de Programmeur ou programmeuse moteur Lead, vous êtes responsable de définir, développer et orienter les systèmes centraux fondés sur Unreal Engine qui soutiennent la jouabilité, le rendu, la physique, les outils et les pipelines d’un titre AAA. Vous fournissez un leadership technique pour l’architecture moteur et les systèmes de bas niveau tout en collaborant étroitement avec les équipes Gameplay, Rendering, Tools, Pipeline et Production afin de garantir qu’Unreal Engine est étendu, optimisé et maintenu pour répondre aux besoins du projet. Vous conciliez le développement pratique, le mentorat, la responsabilité des systèmes et l’orientation technique à long terme.
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Produces animated films and TV series
DreamWorks Animation produces animated films and television shows for family and children audiences, creating stories and characters that appeal to multiple generations. Its products are brought to life through a full animation pipeline, including in-house technology like the Moonray rendering platform, and a studio ecosystem that supports development from concept to release. Work combines artistry and engineering to deliver feature films, TV series, and related experiences, with revenue coming from box office, licensing, merchandise, and partnerships with streaming services. The company differentiates itself with its proprietary animation technology, a large creative talent pool at its Glendale campus, and a track record of popular franchises such as How to Train Your Dragon, along with award-winning storytelling. Its goal is to produce high-quality, engaging animated content and advance animation technology while expanding its franchises across theaters, TV, and digital platforms.
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