Lead Gameplay Engineering Manager – Unreal & Animation

CD PROJEKT RED; Poland; Hybrid; PLN 444,000 - 610,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Polish lessons

Paid Leave

Private medical healthcare

Life insurance

Annual screenings

Gym and wellness benefits

Dog-friendly office

Job summary

CD PROJEKT RED in Warsaw is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a gameplay engineering team focused on animation, locomotion, and camera systems for The Witcher 4. You will mentor engineers and collaborate with designers, animators, and QA to deliver top-quality gameplay.

The role requires Unreal Engine expertise, proven leadership of about seven engineers, C++, and a track record on AA/AAA titles. Hybrid work in Warsaw with relocation support and a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience with Unreal Engine, ideally on AA or AAA projects.
• Direct experience with locomotion, combat, and camera systems.
• Proven experience leading a development team of around 7 engineers.
• Credited on at least one shipped AA or AAA title in a lead or management role.
• Proficient in C++ and Unreal Engine 5.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• English fluency (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Support, maintain, and extend gameplay and engine systems.
• Design, implement, and maintain core gameplay features, including locomotion, animation, and camera.
• Develop tools and debugging utilities that support gameplay development.
• Collaborate with game designers and cross-functional teams to design and deliver engaging gameplay mechanics.
• Write, improve, and maintain automated and gameplay-focused tests.
• Debug, profile, optimize, and resolve technical issues in collaboration with QA and other disciplines.
• Work closely with designers, animators, QA, production, and other teams to deliver cohesive gameplay experiences.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Support and mentor other engineers by sharing knowledge, providing feedback, and fostering technical growth.
• Collaborate with the Product Owner and engineering team to help define technical priorities and support project goals.

Skills

Unreal Engine

Gameplay systems

C++

Leadership

English

Team mentorship

AA/AAA experience

Unreal Engine 5

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

Job description

CD PROJEKT RED in Warsaw is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a gameplay engineering team focused on animation, locomotion, and camera systems for The Witcher 4. You will mentor engineers and collaborate with designers, animators, and QA to deliver top-quality gameplay.

The role requires Unreal Engine expertise, proven leadership of about seven engineers, C++, and a track record on AA/AAA titles. Hybrid work in Warsaw with relocation support and a generous benefits package.