Engineering Director

HellaGoodAudio; Województwo mazowieckie; Hybrid; PLN 568,000 - 781,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Company apartment for first month

Polish lessons for foreign employees

Paid leave 20-26 days per year

Private medical healthcare

Life insurance

Annual health screenings

Job summary

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking an Engineering Director to join our Warsaw studio and drive the design and implementation of gameplay systems for Hadar. You will lead a team of engineers, shape technical strategy, and collaborate with art, design, and production to deliver a polished, ambitious AAA experience.

The role requires deep expertise in Unreal Engine 5, C++, and modern game systems architecture, with a track record of leadership in Agile environments.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of professional experience with at least 5 years in a lead role within games.
• Experience delivering AAA titles for consoles, including debugging and profiling in a console environment.
• Proven track record of managing a team of engineers.
• Strong knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 features related to gameplay.
• Hands-on experience with gameplay/backend features and systems implementation.
• Solid understanding of modern game systems architecture.
• Deep knowledge of C++ and strong math/algorithmic skills.
• Good practical knowledge of code parallelization and Agile development is a plus.

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 collaboration and innovation.
• Develop strategic plans for engineering teams, including resource allocation, timelines, and roadmaps.
• Collaborate with art, animation, design, production and other teams to align gameplay features with the creative vision.
• Drive standards for clean, high-quality C++ code with optimization and maintainability in mind.
• Ensure thorough in-code and knowledge-sharing documentation for onboarding and cross-department collaboration.
• Direct efforts to identify and resolve issues to keep character systems polished and performant.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and bring innovative ideas to the team.

Skills

Leadership

C++

Unreal Engine 5

Game systems architecture

Math & algorithms

AGILE development

Communication skills

Multilingual teamwork

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

Profiling tools

Debugging

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.

• 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 regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together.
• Healthy selections — canteens.
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
• Sustainability is an ongoing commitment for us, and our campus has electric car charging points, green zones, and much more.
• A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them.
• An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support, and yoga and boxing classes.
• No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.

Estimated pay range for this position:50 900 – 69 960 PLN gross monthly. This role may be eligible for a long term incentive program (option to purchase CDPR stock after the vesting period). Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience and qualifications.
Type of contract:Employment Contract ("Umowa o pracę").