Remote Technical Director Job in UK Build A Rocket Boy

Who you are

• B.S. (or higher) degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• At least ten years of AAA game programming experience, with a leadership position
• Proven experience shipping games on multiple platforms such as PC, console, and mobile in engine development area
• Proficiency in C++
• Strong data structures and algorithm skills with a firm understanding of linear algebra, statistical methods, and design patterns
• Expert-level understanding of multithreading, optimizations, graphics, physics, and animation
• Broad understanding of performance optimization of game servers
• Ability to foster a strong team culture
• Proven ability to grow, guide, inspire, and lead growing development/engineering teams
• Ability to direct, collaborate, and speak critically on all aspects of technical development, art, gameplay, and content creation
• Proficient in both written and oral communication with technical and nontechnical developers

Desirables

• Leadership
• Team collaboration
• Innovation
• Technical expertise
• Inspiring
• Communication skills
• Project management
• Adaptability
• Passion for gaming

What the job involves

• The role involves collaborating with Engineering, Production, Live Operations and UGC teams to align on a technical vision for the experience.
• Leading multiple teams, setting strategic initiatives, breaking down clear and achievable goals.
• Accountable for technical ownership, decision making, execution within strategic projects.
• Inspiring and managing a team of lead engineers, pioneering design, process, workflow, metrics, planning, and architecture.
• Ensuring the coherence, efficiency, scalability, modularity, and compatibility of the technology developed by your team.