Tools Director

Larian Studios; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player in game development is seeking a passionate Tools Director to lead a global team in creating innovative tools that enhance productivity and creativity. This exciting role involves collaborating with creative teams, defining UX visions, and ensuring tools meet high-quality standards for large-scale game development. Join a vibrant and inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and work alongside experienced developers who share your passion for crafting exceptional gaming experiences. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the gaming world, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Servicios

Collaborative Environment

Experienced Management Team

Inclusive Activities

Open Idea Sharing

International Team

Formación

• 8+ years of experience in game tools development for large teams.
• Strong management and mentoring skills required for the role.

Responsabilidades

• Direct and lead a global Tools development team.
• Oversee the design and maintenance of internal tools for game development.

Conocimientos

Team Management

Mentoring

Problem-Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

UX/UI Design

Game Development Knowledge

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Herramientas

Maya

Houdini

Wwise

C#

C++

Python

WPF

Descripción del empleo

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games. As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Tools Director to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead a global Tools development team.
• Oversee the vision, design, development, and maintenance of internal tools to enhance productivity and creative workflows.
• Enable team members to independently and rapidly add and iterate ideas and content for our games.
• Define the UX vision for all internal Tools.
• Collaborate closely with Creative teams to understand their needs and incorporate feedback into Tool development.
• Collaborate with the Engine and Gameplay teams to create a unified proprietary engine and tool set.
• Ensure tools are user-friendly, reliable, performant, and scalable.
• Ensure a culture of unit testing, automation testing, and documentation is applied during development.
• Ensure tools meet quality and performance targets.
• Ensure tools support large scale game development, including: release management, version control, production analytics, and asset management.
• Ensure tools can be released to player-developers for game modding.
• Hire, onboard, mentor and develop the Tools team.
• Safeguard company assets, including source code, artwork, tools, and technical know-how.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in a directing or senior leadership role.
• 8+ years of experience in creating and shipping games tools or digital creative tools for a large development team.
• Experience developing tools for large scale high production value games.
• Strong team management, mentoring and coaching abilities.
• Strong understanding of industry standard technology, including C#, C++, Python and WPF.
• Strong understanding of modular software systems.
• Proven experience modernising game development tools and executing on long-term technological plans to a high quality, including UI/UX.
• Proven experience working with DCCs, including: Maya, Houdini, and Wwise.
• Upper-intermediate proficiency in English.
• Passion for making and playing great games.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity.

What We Offer

• An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
• An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
• A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
• Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
• Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
• Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback