Sandbox Lead

11 Hours ago • 5-10 Years

About the job

Summary

Crytek is seeking a Sandbox Lead to spearhead the development of CRYENGINE's editor framework. This crucial role involves collaborating with internal teams to define development roadmaps, mentor a diverse engine team, and ensure editor reliability and quality. Responsibilities include leading the development of the Editor, understanding developer requirements, creating clear roadmaps for CRYENGINE Editor tooling, leading and mentoring a team, assisting with scheduling, supporting live games, and ensuring code base quality. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background, leadership skills, AAA game experience in a senior/lead technical role (Tools or Game Engine), proficiency in C++, Qt, and a deep understanding of asset creation pipelines and UI architectures.
Must have:
  • Lead CRYENGINE editor development
  • Collaborate with teams
  • Mentor engine team
  • Ensure editor quality and stability
  • C++, Qt expertise
  • AAA game experience
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of UI architectures (MVC, MVP, etc.)
  • Asset creation pipeline knowledge
Perks:
  • Relocation package (Frankfurt)
  • Remote work options
  • Company apartment (Frankfurt)
  • Public transport pass (Frankfurt)
  • Gym membership (Frankfurt)
  • German language classes
  • Company events
  • Vacation days (24+ days/year Frankfurt)
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Sandbox Lead

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to lead the development of the Editor within . Productive, happy developers make great games, and you will play a vital role!


Relocation & Remote Work

For this position, you have one of the following options:

1. Come to our modern headquarters in Frankfurt and receive an attractive relocation package and have access to all of our benefits.

2. If you are already living in one of the following countries, we are able to offer you a permanent work contract and allow you to work remotely as an employee from there. 
Germany
Sweden
United Kingdom
Spain
Poland
Austria

3. If you are interested in full-time remote work in any other country (max. +/- 2 hours CET), we can offer you a freelance contract arrangement.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the development of CRYENGINE’s editor framework.
  • Collaborate with the teams within Crytek to understand the requirements of our developers to create clear roadmaps for CRYENGINE Editor tooling.
  • Lead and mentor a diverse engine team and provide an environment setup for them to thrive and enjoy their work.
  • Assist production staff in planning and maintaining development schedule
  • Support live games with systems and regular Engine updates
  • Ensure reliability, stability and quality of the editor code base.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or related field
  • Experience working on AAA game titles in a Senior or Lead technical position within Tools or Game Engine.
  • Strong technical background and leadership skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  • C++, QT
  • Very good knowledge of asset creation pipelines.
  • Knowledge of common UI architecture strategies such as MVC, MVP, MVVM, MVI and when best to deploy them.
What you can expect from us

Career Path 
Your professional development is important to us, so we have laid out a career plan to help you progress towards your goals and objectives. 

Company Apartment 
To help you get settled, we provide you with a fully furnished company apartment during your first three months in Frankfurt.* 
 
Relocation Support 
We offer a relocation budget and full coverage of flights to Frankfurt for you and your family. 
You can expect extensive assistance with visa, work permits, and communication with authorities during the relocation process, as well as help settling into Germany (e.g. setting up appointments with banks, government agencies, schools, landlords, finding apartments etc.).* 
            
Public Transport Pass 
Discover Frankfurt by bus, tram and metro – free of charge.* 
 
Gym Card 
A healthy body is a healthy mind. We offer a membership at the premium gym chain Fitness First in Germany. Work out, join group fitness classes, or relax in the wellness facilities.
 
International Environment 
We truly embody diversity at Crytek. With employees from over 42 different countries, we define ourselves by our cultural diversity. 

German Classes 
Understanding the local culture will make your stay abroad more enjoyable, and Crytek supports that by offering German language courses for you and your family. 
  
Events
Join us on our exciting company events, including new starter breakfasts, summer and winter parties, our annual trip to Gamescom in Cologne, and many more!* 
We are all gamers: stay connected and play games with your colleagues at our remote gaming parties.
 
Vacation Days 
At our Frankfurt office you can enjoy 24 days of vacation per year, and every 2 years you get 1 more (up to a maximum of 28 days). You will also have on average 10 public holidays on top of the days you take off. If you are working from another country, local standards apply.
  
*only applicable to employees in Frankfurt.
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About The Company

Crytek is an independent videogame developer, publisher, and technology provider dedicated to pushing the boundaries of gaming with its cutting-edge 3D game development solution CRYENGINE. With headquarters in Frankfurt am Main (Germany) and studios in Kiev (Ukraine), and Istanbul (Turkey), Crytek has created multiple award-winning titles, including the original Far Cry, the Crysis series, Ryse: Son of Rome, Warface, The Climb, Robinson: The Journey and Hunt: Showdown. Crytek delivers fun and innovative gaming experiences for PC, consoles, and VR and continues to grow its reach in the games-as-a-service market. Every Crytek game is created with CRYENGINE, which can be used by anyone to create games.


For more information visit www.crytek.com - www.cryengine.com and www.huntshowdown.com

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