U-Haul is hiring a Lead Game Programmer (f/m/x)

U-Haul is seeking a Lead Game Programmer (f/m/x) to guide our technical teams and ensure the excellence of our projects, custom development tools, and core gameplay systems. You will balance hands-on programming with leadership, setting engineering standards, driving technical architecture, and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams.

What You'll Do

• Lead and coordinate the design, implementation, and maintenance of key systems for our Unreal Engine 5 project, development tools, and gameplay/animation features, ensuring performance, scalability, and system stability.
• Mentor and support engineers of varying experience levels—sharing expertise, reviewing code, and fostering professional growth.
• Establish and enforce coding standards and development best practices for sustainable, high-quality output.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, animators, and producers to align technical solutions with creative vision, workflow needs, and project goals.
• Champion innovation—evaluate emerging technologies and workflows for engine, art, audio, gameplay, and animation development.
• Debug and resolve complex technical issues across various disciplines.
• Promote teamwork and cross-functional communication, facilitating knowledge-sharing and alignment on project deliverables.

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership experience managing game development teams or leading complex technical projects; strong mentorship and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced proficiency in C++ and solid mastery of core programming principles, system design, and large codebases.
• Extensive experience developing custom tools, editor extensions, and implementing scalable gameplay systems.
• Minimum 5+ years of professional programming experience in the game industry, with at least 3+ years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated success shipping console games, with deep knowledge in debugging, optimization, and system architecture.
• Excellent communication, technical documentation, and cross-team collaboration abilities.

Nice to Have

• In-depth Unreal Engine architecture knowledge.
• Experience with multiple programming languages (e.g., C#, Python).
• Past contributions to open-source, indie, or community game projects.
• Advanced expertise in AI or animation systems.
• Passion for mentoring, industry trends, and staying ahead in cutting-edge engine tech.

Technical Stack

• C++
• Unreal Engine 5

Team & Environment

You will be part of a team of around 100 talented professionals and the larger PulluP Entertainment group.

Benefits & Compensation

• Free language courses.
• Monthly allowances for remote working and gym memberships.
• Monthly allowance for the Deutschlandticket.
• Tax-free Probonio vouchers available every month.
• Free access to an online mental health platform (Bloom).
• Opportunities for career growth with a yearly learning & development budget.
• 28 days of paid vacation, plus the 24th and 31st of December off.

Work Mode

This is a hybrid role based in Frankfurt, Germany.

DECK 13 Interactive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.