Technical Director - Australia

5 Months ago • 10 Years + • Game Engine

Job Summary

Job Description

Technical Director role in Melbourne, Australia, requires 10+ years AAA game experience, Unreal Engine expertise, leading engineering teams, and working in co-dev environments.
Must have:
  • AAA game experience
  • Unreal Engine
  • Leading engineering
  • Co-dev experience
Good to have:
  • Unity experience
  • Proprietary engines
  • Cloud services
  • Console/PC platforms
Perks:
  • Competitive salary
  • Professional growth

Job Details

Description

Imagine more for your career by joining Keywords Studios, the ultimate hub for talent in the AAA game development industry. We're a major player in gaming, with a global network of over 70+ studios across 26 countries, each with its own unique culture and expertise. Our collaborative approach sets us apart as the top choice for technical and creative services for renowned console and mobile game developers worldwide. We offer industry-leading solutions such as game developmentart servicesmarketingglobalizationquality assuranceplayer support and more.

If you're a Technical Director based in Australia or looking to relocate, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of our team.

About the role:

As a Technical Director, you will work closely with the development team to create high-quality games. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Giving direction and maintains quality of all technical aspects of the game studio.
  • Managing and providing mentorship to all engineering and IT staff.
  • Collaborating with the recruitment team, conducting interviews and occasionally joining on trips to build a world-class engineering team.
  • Working directly with studio directors, game team leads.
  • Performing technical due diligence for clients, project development, and pitches.
  • Taking part in client hospitality during on-site visits.
  • Mentoring through regular one-to-ones and appraisals for team members.

Requirements

  • At least 10 years working in the games industry.
  • Experience working on AAA titles.
  • Familiarity with a breadth of technologies from low-level programming through to cloud services.
  • Experience on console/PC platforms required.
  • Experience working in a co-dev environment desirable.
  • Experience working in Unreal required. Experience working in Unity and proprietary engines desirable.
  • Experience leading an engineering department.

Benefits

Here are some of the benefits our studios can offer:

    • Competitive salary and benefits
    • Projects aligned with your expertise
    • Collaborate with industry leaders on AAA titles
    • Professional growth opportunities
    • Flexible work arrangements
    • Relocation and visa support
    • Dedicated to diversity and inclusion
    • Additional perks: cycle-to-work, IT schemes, pensions, healthcare, social events, and more.

Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Commitment:Keywords Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you require any adjustments during the process please let us know in your application. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. We especially welcome applications from candidates of underrepresented groups in the industry.

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Role Information: EN
Studio: Keywords Studios
Location: AUS, Melbourne
Area of Work: Game Development
Service: Create
Employment Type: Full Time
Working Pattern: Onsite, Hybrid, Remote

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