Head of Engineering

Aspyr Media • Austin, TX

136d

About The Position

Aspyr Media, Inc. is an independent, full-service developer and publisher for the industry's leading games. Over the last 25 years, Aspyr has helped nearly 200 games reach their next level across all platforms and beyond expectations. Founded in 1996, Aspyr Media, Inc. got its start in Austin, TX by bringing the biggest PC gaming franchises such as Call of Duty, Sid Meier's Civilization and Star Wars to Mac. Today, Aspyr is a video game publishing and development partner focused on maximizing the potential of games. We find the world's best games and connect them to new audiences, on all platforms.

Requirements

• Proficiency in C++, Unreal Engine, and version control systems.
• Minimum of 10 years in software engineering management.
• Comprehensive background in Unreal Engine and expertise in graphics, gameplay, UI, audio, or tools technology.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.
• Steering the team through innovative projects and fortifying our ranks through strategic efforts.
• Conceptualizing, crafting, and troubleshooting intricate systems and pivotal features, all while actively contributing as a developer.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees