Technical Leader

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom PlaySide Studios Full time

Role Overview

At PlaySide Studios, we're seeking a skilled Technical Director to lead our Engineering Department and drive technical excellence across the studio. As a key member of our leadership team, you'll work closely with General Managers and other Directors to shape our technical vision and ensure alignment with our goals of innovation, scalability, and delivering exceptional player experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute a long-term technical strategy aligned with the studio's product roadmap and growth plans.
  • Oversee current projects to meet development schedules, budgets, resources, and technical quality targets.
  • Collaborate with other disciplines to identify technical requirements and develop solutions based on the game's vision.
  • Ensure clear communication of technical goals across all levels of the organization.
  • Manage and communicate with internal stakeholders, including C-Suite level.
  • Oversee recruitment, career development, and craft leadership for the engineering team.
  • Establish engineering best practices to achieve project goals.
  • Foster a collaborative culture, encouraging innovation and professional growth within the engineering team.
  • Share knowledge internally, apply lessons from other teams, and align with the broader PlaySide technology portfolio.
  • Identify process improvements for efficiency, cost, and quality across teams.
  • Evaluate and recommend third-party technologies and tools for game development.
  • Stay updated on current trends and technologies in game development.

Requirements

  • Experience as a Technical Director or Senior Lead Programmer managing large teams.
  • Successfully shipped multiple games across various platforms in lead/director roles.
  • Strong background in software development and engineering management.
  • Expertise in C#/C++, data structures, performance optimization, and multi-threaded programming.
  • In-depth knowledge of software design practices, including modular and event-driven architecture, design patterns, and object-oriented design.
  • Familiar with modern game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity, custom) and industry-standard tools like Git, TeamCity, and Perforce.
  • Experienced with Agile/Scrum methodologies, connecting iterative processes with high-level goals.
  • Experience or knowledge in PC, Console, VR, and Mobile game development.

What We Offer

  • Playdays - an additional 5 paid days off per year to do something you love.
  • Incredible studios based in gorgeous Port Melbourne, right next to the city and many public transport options.
  • Industry-leading Parental Leave benefits.
  • Relocation Assistance.
  • Employee Assistance Program to support mental well-being.
  • Mentoring opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • Half-price state-of-the-art Gym access (right next door) - you can wear your free PlaySide swag.
  • Social events including Games night, karaoke nights, Movie Nights (We hire out the cinema), group activities, and food trucks.

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