Technical Director

Avalanchestudios; Stockholms kommun; Hybrid; SEK 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Avalanchestudios is looking for a Technical Director for a new project transitioning into pre-production. You will define the technical architecture and lead a team through development phases, ensuring high performance and scalability.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Unreal Engine, a proven track record from concept to launch, and strong mentorship skills. This role offers a hybrid work model in Södermalm, ensuring collaboration while driving innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of taking projects from concept to successful global launch.
• Extensive experience in Unreal Engine development for large-scale projects.
• Strong communicator, able to mentor and explain risks to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Transform a prototype into a production-ready system.
• Guide the engineering team through the transition to pre-production.
• Set standards for Unreal Engine development and oversee core systems.

Skills

Unreal Engine development

Project lifecycle management

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Mentorship

Job description

We are now seeking a Technical Director to take the reins of our new project’s technical vision, a project moving from the prototyping phase into pre-production.

As the TD for this specific title, you will transition the project from a proven prototype into a scalable, high-performance production. You will be responsible for defining the technical architecture, establishing the long-term engineering roadmap, and ensuring the team has the robust tools and systems needed to bring this ground‑breaking experience to market.

Responsibilities

• Build the Foundation: Transform a successful prototype into a stable, production-ready system, ensuring the technical foundation is scalable for full‑scale development.
• Lead the Transition: Guide the engineering team through the shift from experimentation to pre‑production, balancing rapid iteration with long‑term code health.
• Unreal Engine Stewardship: Set the standard for Unreal Engine development on the project, overseeing everything from core systems to performance optimization and multiplayer stability.
• Strategic Roadmap: Own the technical roadmap, aligning engineering milestones with creative goals and go‑to‑market timelines.
• Mentor & Grow: Lead and support a dedicated team of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and proactive problem‑solving.
• Cross‑Discipline Partnership: Work closely with Art, Design, and Production Directors to ensure technical feasibility and high‑performance execution of the game’s creative pillars.

Qualifications

• You have a proven track record of taking projects through the full lifecycle, from early concept/pre‑production to a successful global launch.
• Extensive experience in Unreal Engine development is a must, specifically regarding how to structure large‑scale projects for performance and maintainability.
• You have shipped at least one major title in Unreal Engine, ultimately we are seeking someone with multiplayer experience.
• While you appreciate experimentation, you thrive on bringing order to chaos. You know when to "hack" a prototype and when to "build" a system.
• You are a strong communicator who can mentor senior engineers while clearly explaining technical risks and opportunities to non‑technical stakeholders.
• You possess broad technical skills across the game stack and aren't afraid to dive into the code to solve complex architectural challenges.

Stockholm location

Our Stockholm office is situated in Södermalm, the beating heart of the city’s game industry. It’s a physical representation of our games – the lush vegetation of Just Cause and The Hunter: Call of the Wild meets corroded metal straight out of Mad Max. Our hybrid model requires you to be in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays to foster collaboration and creativity.

Our values

At Avalanche Studios Group, we create worlds beyond limits. But that’s not exclusive to our games, so we’re committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workplace. All Avalanchers have a shared responsibility to create an open work environment where everyone is treated equally and respectfully. Being part of our world is not contingent on your heritage, your gender, or sexual orientation. It’s all about your passion and creativity.

Note: Research shows under-represented groups in the industry might not apply to a job if they don’t check off every requirement. At Avalanche, we’re more about your drive to learn and interest in tackling challenges than what’s on your resume! Diverse opinions and different experiences are what make our teams so great, not itemized lists of qualifications.