Game Development Lead

5 hours ago

Port Melbourne, Australia Playside Studios Ltd Full time

**PlaySide Studios Ltd**: An Innovative Leader in Game Development

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Director to join our team at Playside Studios Ltd. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for shaping the technical direction of our studio and driving the success of our game development projects.

**Estimated Salary:** $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on experience.

**Job Description:

As our Technical Director, you will oversee the entire Engineering Department of the studio, working closely with General Managers and other Directors to set the technical excellence bar. You will develop and execute a long-term technical strategy aligned with the studio's product roadmap and growth plans.

You will be responsible for ensuring clear communication of technical goals across all levels of the organization, collaborating with other disciplines to identify technical requirements and develop solutions based on the game's vision.

**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.
  • Serve as the primary operational contact, working with key external partners like studio Tech, Tools, Ops, and Platform teams.
  • 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.

**Required Skills and Qualifications:**

  • 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.

**Benefits:**

  • Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects for a forward-thinking company.
  • Professional, playful, and supportive working environment.
  • Incredible studios based in 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.
  • Social events including Games night, karaoke nights, Movie Nights, group activities, and food trucks.

About Us:

Playside Studios Ltd is the largest independent games studio in Australia, founded in 2011. We're a team with big ideas and the skills to deliver, having released over 50+ titles across Mobile, PC, VR, AR, and now moving into console. We take pride in each project we create, offering an amazing working environment where we focus on keeping the fun in game development.

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