Job Description

Technical Leadership & Architecture

• Define and own the development strategy and technical roadmap for entrusted projects, in alignment with producers and studio leadership

• Establish guidance and architecture across different technical disciplines on large-scale game development projects

• Identify the most appropriate solutions for complex technical challenges and validate them with the wider team

• If necessary, directly participate in development, particularly for critical or high-risk features

• Research and advocate for cutting-edge technologies applicable within the games industry

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary technical liaison between the studio and clients — addressing inquiries, clarifying expectations, and ensuring technical deliverables meet agreed standards

• Contribute to new project proposals: establish development strategies and staffing plans for project bids

• Communicate technical progress, risks, and mitigation plans clearly to production, clients and upper management

• Review technical documentation including system designs, specifications, and project reports

Team Oversight & Mentorship

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary technical team including software engineers and technical artists

• Guide lead developers and their teams on best practices, tool chain design, and development methodologies

• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and foster a collaborative work environment

• Ensure work methods and quality standards are applied consistently across the technical teams

Risk & Quality Management

• Assess and report technical risks proactively; propose and implement mitigation plans

• Ensure all delivered work meets required quality criteria

• Advise teams regularly on technical decisions to maximize production safety and project success

• At least 15 years of programming experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role in the games industry

• Proven track record of shipping at least one AA/AAA title at a significant technical position

• Proficiency in C++ and solid knowledge of additional languages (C#, Python, Lua, or similar)

• Strong experience with modern game engines, particularly Unreal Engine 5; familiarity with Unity a plus

• Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and object-oriented programming

• Hands-on experience across multiple platforms: PC, Gen 9 consoles

• Demonstrated experience in a management role (Technical Director, Director of Engineering, CTO, or equivalent)

• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and initiative; ability to manage multiple concurrent projects

• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken, B2 minimum); able to present to large or mixed audiences

Nice to Have

• Background in outsourcing or co-development / service-based studio environments

• Experience with DevOps practices and toolchain optimization

• Appetite for performance optimization and low-level systems programming

What we can offer:

• Flexible working hours and Home Office.

• Meal allowance (paid with your salary).

• Multisport card.

• Hard-skills and soft-skills development.

• Work on exciting big game projects (mostly AAA titles).

• Learn new technologies and practices specific to game development.

• Your work will be seen and your name will be in the game.

• An environment where we share our enthusiasm for gaming.

• You will be part of our newly created branch of Virtuos

Founded in 2004, Virtuos is one of the largest independent video game development companies. We are headquartered in Singapore with offices in Asia, Europe, and North America. Specializing in full-cycle game development and art production, we have delivered high-quality content for more than 1,500 console, PC, and mobile games. Our clients include 23 of the top 25 gaming companies worldwide. About Our Team Launched in 2023, Virtuos Labs – Prague specializes in a diverse array of solutions, including networking, UI development, platform solutions and optimization. It is part of the Virtuos Labs network and works alongside sister studios to complement their respective specializations in R&D, proprietary game engine development, and graphic rendering.