Technical Director

Responsibilities

• Translate and extrapolate key technical requirements for the game to ensure they are understood and built out
• Interact with key partners like Epic, Apple, Sony, and Microsoft to ensure best tools and systems are available
• Develop long-term strategy, planning, and architecture while maintaining a strong technical overview of development
• Lead, mentor, and grow a diverse development team across Copenhagen and Vilnius
• Break down complex tasks and ensure the team understands both the 'why' and the 'how'
• Facilitate production meetings and coordinate between technical, creative, and supporting teams

Requirements

• Deep technical understanding of game development and shipping ambitious titles
• Strong leadership experience as a CTO, Technical Director, or Lead managing teams of 10 or more
• Clear, open, and collaborative communication style for internal and external stakeholders
• Understanding of Unreal Engine or in-house engines with available source code
• Experience with Open world, AAA, or related game development
• Ability to operate at different levels of technical understanding to include diverse opinions

About the Company

Playdead is a team of more than 100 creative professionals focused on creating new experiences through experimentation and collaboration. We craft games with obsessive attention to detail and prioritize a healthy work environment without crunching.