Remote Technical Director (Games)

Placements24; Free State; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health coverage

Remote work stipend

Fully remote role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Technical Director to set the technical strategy for game projects and oversee engine development. You will guide engineering teams spread across geographies, ensuring performance, scalability, and stability while collaborating with creative leads to push innovative features.

The role requires deep engine expertise, a track record of delivering complex games, and the ability to lead remote teams in a distributed, international development environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in game development
• 5+ years in senior technical leadership roles
• Strong expertise in C++, engine architecture and performance optimization

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the overall technical direction and architecture for game projects.
• Lead and mentor remote engineering teams, fostering innovation and excellence.
• Oversee engine development, performance optimization, and platform integration.
• Collaborate with creative leads to ensure technical feasibility of features.
• Establish and enforce coding standards and processes across distributed teams.

Skills

15+ years of game dev experience

C++

Unreal Engine

Distributed teams leadership

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

C++

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Remote Technical Director to lead technical development for their game projects. Working remotely, you will define the technical strategy, oversee engine development, and ensure the performance, scalability, and stability of our games. This role is critical for guiding our engineering teams and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in interactive entertainment. If you are a seasoned technical leader with a passion for games and a proven ability to manage distributed teams, this is an excellent opportunity within the Arts & Entertainment sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the overall technical direction and architecture for game projects.
• Lead and mentor remote engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Oversee engine development, performance optimization, and platform integration.
• Collaborate with creative leads to ensure technical feasibility and innovative solutions for game features.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development processes across distributed teams in Upington .
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges, ensuring project timelines and quality goals are met.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of experience in game development, with at least 5 years in a senior technical leadership role (e.g., Lead Programmer, Technical Director).
• Deep expertise in C++, game engine architecture (Unreal Engine, Unity), and performance optimization techniques.
• Proven experience leading and managing large, distributed engineering teams effectively.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, debugging, and system architecture.
• Demonstrated ability to make critical technical decisions and guide projects to successful completion.
• Experience working in a remote-first environment and contributing to projects based in the Northern Cape .

Benefits

• Exceptional compensation package including base salary and significant performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage regardless of location.
• Generous remote work stipend and home office setup allowance.
• Opportunities for leadership in cutting-edge game development projects.
• A flexible, fully remote work environment allowing collaboration across geographies in the Arts & Entertainment field.