Aspyr

**Please note that all positions posted for Aspyr Media, Inc. are in-person/in-office only; remote positions are not available.**

Aspyr is a leading game publisher and developer, bringing the world's biggest franchises and bold new projects to players everywhere. Since 1996, we’ve published over 200 games and our team is dedicated to bringing beloved franchises like Tomb Raider and Star Wars to new and familiar audiences across all platforms. We focus on collaboration and creativity, crafting high-quality, engaging games that leave a lasting impact on players worldwide.

Responsibilities:

Reporting directly to the VP of Operations, the Head of Engineering assumes a pivotal role in spearheading our engineering team, driving their growth, and cultivating their talents within the realm of game development. This position entails not only steering the team through innovative projects but also fortifying our ranks through strategic efforts. Core duties include conceptualizing, crafting, and troubleshooting intricate systems and pivotal features, all while actively contributing as a developer. Proficiency in C++, Unreal Engine, and version control systems is paramount.

We seek a visionary individual who brings fresh perspectives to the table while maintaining the practicality requisite for game delivery. This role is a fusion of technical acumen and personnel management, demanding both strategic oversight and hands-on involvement.

Essential Functions:

Collaborate closely with executives to delineate a comprehensive technical strategy and operational roadmap, then execute said strategy, shaping and realizing the engineering vision
Champion engineering best practices and exhibit an unwavering commitment to enhancing our engineering methodologies
Provide adept leadership, mentorship, and direction to the engineering team, fostering a culture of high performance and perpetual growth
Conduct regular one-on-one sessions with team members to furnish direct, constructive feedback and offer tailored guidance for improvement
Foster cross-functional collaboration with other departments to ensure seamless integration of engineering efforts
Architect and develop robust, feature-rich systems from inception to implementation
Produce comprehensive documentation elucidating systems for consumption by designers and fellow engineers
Augment systems as needed to support game development and overarching company technologies

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
Extensive tenure within the game development industry
Over a decade of experience in engineering leadership roles
Demonstrated competencies in leadership, communication, problem-solving, and an in-depth understanding of gaming trends and technologies
Mastery of engineering principles and practices
A track record of delivering multiple titles across modern gaming platforms (PC, Xbox One, PS4, Switch)
Excellence in C++ development and proficient in scripting languages such as Blueprint, LUA, C#, Python, etc.
A collaborative mindset with a knack for problem-solving
Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies

Aspyr is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Aspyr are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Aspyr will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Aspyr encourages applicants of all ages.

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