Engineering Director

Cdprojektred; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical healthcare

Life insurance

Annual cancer screenings

Mental health support

Sports card access

Relocation support

Job summary

CD PROJEKT RED in Warsaw is seeking an Engineering Director to lead the gameplay systems for Hadar. You will shape the future of our game systems, drive innovation, and deliver immersive experiences with a strong focus on C++ and Unreal Engine 5.

You will manage a team of engineers and engineering managers, collaborating across art, design, and production to align technical direction with creative vision. Relocation to Warsaw is required for this hybrid in-office role.

Qualifications

• Min. 12 years professional experience and at least 5 years in a lead position.
• Experience in the full development process of an AAA title for game consoles, debugging, and profiling.
• Proven track record in managing a team.
• Good knowledge of Unreal Engine 5.
• Practical knowledge of gameplay backend features & systems implementation.
• Knowledge of modern game systems architecture.
• Deep knowledge of C++.
• Math & algorithmic skills.
• Good & practical knowledge of code parallelization.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment is a plus.
• Focused on delivering the best results.
• Excellent communication and teamwork in multilingual environment.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee the architecture and technical strategy for game features and systems.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineering managers and engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Develop strategic plans for the engineering teams, including resource allocation, project timelines, and technology roadmaps.
• Collaborate with art, animation, design, production and other engineering teams to align gameplay features & systems with the creative vision.
• Drive standards for clean, high-quality, and efficient C++ code, ensuring best practices in optimization, readability, and maintainability.
• Ensure documentation for in-code and broader knowledge-sharing to enable onboarding and collaboration.
• Direct efforts to identify and resolve issues, ensuring polished and performant character systems.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and bring innovations to the team.

Skills

Leadership

C++

Unreal Engine 5

Multilingual communication

Agile development

Team mentorship

System architecture

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

Job description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an Engineering Director to join us in Warsaw and drive the gameplay systems of Hadar. In this position, together with the rest of the team, you will help push the envelope for the next, immersive game in the Hadar world, creating an emotional, open-world experience that will stay with gamers. As an Engineering Director, you'll combine your leadership skills with your deep technical expertise to shape the future of our game systems, driving innovation and delivering unforgettable gaming experiences.

Daily Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee the architecture and technical strategy for game features and systems.
• Lead and mentor a team of talented engineering managers and engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Develop strategic plans for the engineering teams, including resource allocation, project timelines, and technology roadmaps.
• Collaborate closely with art, animation, design, production and other engineering teams to align gameplay features & systems with the creative vision for the project.
• Drive standards for clean, high-quality, and efficient C++ code, ensuring best practices in optimization, readability, and maintainability.
• Ensure thorough documentation, both in-code and for broader knowledge-sharing, enabling smooth onboarding and collaboration within the team and across departments.
• Direct efforts to proactively identify and resolve issues, ensuring that character systems contribute to an overall polished and performant product.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in gameplay technology and bring innovative ideas to the team.

Qualifications

• Min. 12 years professional experience and at least 5 years of experience within the games industry in a lead position.
• Experience in the full development process of an AAA title for game consoles, debugging, and profiling these games in a console environment.
• Proven track record in managing a team.
• Good knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 environment - especially features and systems related to the gameplay area.
• Practical knowledge of gameplay and backend features & systems implementation.
• Knowledge of modern game systems architecture.
• Deep knowledge of C++.
• Math & algorithmic skills.
• Good & practical knowledge of code parallelization.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment is a plus.
• Focused on delivering the best results.
• Good spirit and team player approach with a mindset geared towards adaptability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders in a multilingual environment.

Working mode

In-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity in Warsaw, Poland. Relocation is required.

Relocation Support

• Relocation package - flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet and family, shipping your belongings. It's all covered.
• Relocation assistance - processing your legalization operations for you and tax settlements - all you need to feel right at home is taken care of.
• Polish lessons for foreign employees - and for your spouse or partner, too.
• Paid Leave - from 20 to 26 days of holiday per year, and paid sick leave.

Health & Well-Being

• Private medical healthcare - a selection of medical plans with dental care and unlimited rehabilitation to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives.
• Life insurance - comprehensive pension and insurance plans to protect you and your loved ones.
• Annual screenings for cancer prevention covered by the company.
• Psychological and psychiatrist care - free mental health support and various well-being initiatives.
• Sports card - gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city.
• Menstrual leave - employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
• RED Parents Network - support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.
• RED Summer Camp for Kids - a fun summer program for children aged 5-12, majoritively paid by the company.

Perks & Professional Growth

• A welcome pack filled with goodies - to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
• Trainings, lectures, and courses - workshops and trainings for each employee, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There's always something to learn!
• REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive subscription benefits, additional medical packages or vouchers and codes to shops, cinemas, and public transport reimbursement.
• Gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!

Social Activities & Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly office - dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There's always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
• Social events - we host regu