Technical Director Video Games

Koolhaus Games Inc.; Indiana; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Revenue sharing

Job summary

Koolhaus Games Inc. is seeking a Technical Director to lead and mentor a talented group of game programmers. The role emphasizes technical direction, problem solving, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration with production and design teams.

You will drive R&D initiatives, oversee project planning, and ensure delivery of high‑quality software across mobile, PC or console platforms. A seasoned leader with shipping titles and strong tool proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• 4+ years hands-on programming in the video game industry using OOP languages.
• Shipped at least 4 video game titles.
• Mobile, PC or console development experience required.
• Experience with Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• 3+ years directly managing a team of 5+ software engineers.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and problem solving for the team.
• Lead training, team building and personal/professional development.
• Drive R&D initiatives including AI, ML, AR; partner with universities.

Skills

C/C++

C#

Java

People management

Project management

Leadership

Education

Degree in CS or Computer Engineering

Tools

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

• ROLE – The role of the Technical Director is to lead, supervise and support a talented group of video game programmers emotionally, creatively, professionally and technically. You are not responsible for having all the answers but have the ability to nurture problem solving individually and/or collectively while keeping your team on track and focused.
• Koolhaus has developed an industry wide reputation for having a strong technical team. We are looking for a talented Technical Director to not only maintain that reputation but to enhance it further.

• ROLE – The role of the Technical Director is to lead, supervise and support a talented group of video game programmers emotionally, creatively, professionally and technically. You are not responsible for having all the answers but have the ability to nurture problem solving individually and/or collectively while keeping your team on track and focused.
• Koolhaus has developed an industry wide reputation for having a strong technical team. We are looking for a talented Technical Director to not only maintain that reputation but to enhance it further.

The Technical Director’s Role Is Flexible Depending Upon The Requirements And Needs Of The Technical Team, Project(s) And Koolhaus And Include The Following:

• Technical Direction & Problem Solving: Support a talented team of programmers in a positive always learning environment by providing a platform for various technical problem solving options and solutions. You are not responsible for all the answers but have a solid intuitive grasp of where the best and quickest solutions may lie.
• Training, Team Building & Leadership: In conjunction with the HR manager and Producer, building and nurturing a world class technical team including hiring, training, personal and professional development, team building and related areas.
• R & D: Drive and oversee Koolhaus’ R & D initiatives including Ai, Machine Learning, AR, etc. including R & D partnerships with universities.
• Project management: surrounding any and all technical areas including project & resource planning, budgeting, technical document and proposal writing and the management of any and all software utilized in the course of administration and development
• Communication: with and across all disciplines and stake holders (Clients, Management, Leads, Art/Design/Sound Teams, etc.)
• IT: oversee and manage the smooth operation of all matters concerning IT including internet networks, IP addresses, security, relationships with service providers, hardware including work station sourcing, assembly, maintenance & replacement, inventory tracking and yearly inventory audits and other related duties.
• Creative Contributions: including game design, game play and original game concept development.
• Other related duties as may be required from time to time
• This opportunity offers a unique position of influence regarding Koolhaus’ current and future company direction.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
• Previous experience as a Senior or Lead Programmer or Technical Director
• At least 4 years of hands on programming in the video game industry using one or more object oriented programming languages such as C/C++, C#, Java, etc..
• Have shipped at least 4 video game titles
• Mobile, PC or console development experience a must
• Experience with a variety of game engines and technologies such as Unity, Unreal, etc.
• Strong, proactive and positive person management skills
• Have at least 3 years of experience directly managing or supervising a team of 5 or more software engineers in the video game industry
• Working knowledge of project management tools such as MS Project, Merlin, MS Excel, etc.
• Organized and detail oriented
• Eligible for or currently hold a Canadian Work Permit (CUSMA/NAFTA/other FTA’s)

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to: Producer

COMPENSATION:

• Competitive salary, benefits, revenue/royalty sharing and stock option package available for the right candidate

RETURN TO OFFICE:

• We are no longer working remotely as we’ve found this to be counter productive to the creative process