Engineering Director, Gameplay

Overview

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an Engineering Director to join our office in Boston and drive the gameplay systems of Project Sirius, an online multiplayer game set in the world of The Witcher. As an Engineering Director, you'll combine your leadership skills with your deep technical expertise to shape the future of our gameplay systems, driving innovation and delivering unforgettable gaming experiences.

Company Description To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our You Tube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

• Establish and oversee the architecture and technical strategy for gameplay features and systems.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineering managers and engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Develop strategic plans for the gameplay teams, including resource allocation, project timelines, and technology roadmaps.
• Collaborate with art, animation, design, and other engineering teams to align gameplay features and 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 character systems contribute to a 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.

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience with at least 5 years in the games industry.
• Experience in creating an AAA title for game consoles, debugging, and profiling these games in a console environment.
• Proven track record in managing a team.
• Strong knowledge of Unreal Engine 5, especially features and systems related to gameplay.
• Practical knowledge of gameplay features and systems implementation.
• Experience with Abilities Systems, NPCs and crowds, and removing gameplay systems from the Main Thread.
• Knowledge of modern game gameplay systems architecture and deep knowledge of C++.
• Math and algorithmic skills; practical knowledge of code parallelization.
• Experience in an Agile development environment is a plus.
• Focus on delivering the best results with a collaborative, adaptable, and continuous-improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders in a multilingual environment.

The application window for this position will close by 04/30/2026. This job requires working in Boston, US. Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.

• Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).
• Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and well-being webinars.
• Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, and 12 calendar holidays per year.
• 401K with employer matching.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement.
• 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.

• Flexible working hours.
• Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes.
• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel at home when you join the team.

• Dog-friendly office — bring your dog and meet our furry friends.
• Truly international working environment with diverse teammates from around the world.
• No dress-code — casual environment.

This position is a new role.

Estimated pay range for this position: $210,200 - $321,200 USD annually. This role may also be eligible for discretionary stock options.

At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America is determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications, and location.

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