Associate Technical Director - Lead AAA Game Tech (Hybrid)

Stellar Entertainment Software; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Holiday accrual

International AAA projects

Cutting-edge hardware

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Life assurance

Wellness programme

Team incentives

Job summary

Stellar Entertainment Software in Guildford (UK) seeks an Associate Technical Director to lead the technical direction of a new AAA project. You will mentor engineers, bridge gaps between creative and technical teams, and ensure the game meets its technical goals while pushing boundaries.

You will work hands-on when needed and collaborate with art, design, production, and external partners to translate vision into playable, high-quality experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience as Associate Technical Director, Technical Lead, or Lead Engineer, with AAA project leadership.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and core game engineering disciplines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Bridge creative and technical aspects of development across art, design and production.
• Shape and implement a clear technical vision for the game.
• Mentor and manage the engineering team to maintain quality and momentum.
• Conduct code reviews and debugging to ensure performance and stability.
• Run effective technical reviews and recruit/talent develop the team.

Skills

Leadership

C/C++

Team building

Communication

Mentoring

Game development

Job description

Stellar Entertainment Software in Guildford (UK) seeks an Associate Technical Director to lead the technical direction of a new AAA project. You will mentor engineers, bridge gaps between creative and technical teams, and ensure the game meets its technical goals while pushing boundaries.

You will work hands-on when needed and collaborate with art, design, production, and external partners to translate vision into playable, high-quality experiences.