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IT Director

4 Months ago • 8 Years + • Operations • DevOps

Job Summary

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a highly skilled IT Director with experience working in game development. You will oversee IT operations for the North American region, building and leading a high-performing team. Your expertise in managing the complexities of multiplayer systems is crucial for creating scalable, secure, and efficient infrastructure. You'll collaborate with cross-functional leaders, drive technological innovation, and ensure IT capabilities support ambitious game development goals. Responsibilities include defining and executing IT strategies, building and scaling IT teams, managing budgets, collaborating across departments, overseeing IT infrastructure, using data analytics, reviewing key IT projects, staying updated on trends, identifying and mitigating risks, and advocating for the department's role in driving innovation.
Must have:
  • 8+ years of experience as an IT Director in the video game industry
  • Proven experience in leading and managing teams
  • Strong technical expertise in IT domains
  • Demonstrated experience with large-scale online services
  • In-depth knowledge of IT systems, network architecture, software, and cloud environments
  • Strong communication skills
  • Experience in Agile task and project management
  • Creative and strategic thinking
  • Strong understanding of the video game development process
  • Experience with Perforce
Perks:
  • Company paid medical healthcare
  • Paid Leave (20 days per year)
  • No dress code
  • 401K with employer matching
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement
  • Flexible working hours
  • Trainings, lectures and courses
  • Merch
  • Welcome pack with goodies
  • Dog-friendly office
  • Truly international working environment

Job Details

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 YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a highly skilled IT Director with experience working in game development to join our newly opened Boston office and support our future projects. In this role, you will oversee IT operations for our North America region, building and leading a high-performing team to ensure that all technology infrastructure and services meet the evolving demands of our teams. Your expertise in game development, especially in managing the complexities of multiplayer systems, will be essential as you create scalable, secure, and efficient infrastructure.

You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional leaders to establish and maintain robust IT operations, aligned with our headquarters in Poland. Through your leadership, you’ll drive technological innovation, ensuring our IT capabilities fully support our ambitious goals for the next generation of exceptional games.

Daily responsibilities

  • Define and execute IT strategies that align with business objectives and drive long-term growth.
  • Build and scale high-performing IT teams that deliver efficient, organisation-wide technology solutions.
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire your teams  to foster  innovation and proactive problem-solving.
  • Develop and manage the budget to ensure cost-effective resource allocation and strategic investments.
  • Cross-department collaboration  to align IT strategies with business goals and optimise operations.
  • Oversee the planning, maintenance, and security of IT infrastructure, optimising vendor relationships and costs.
  • Use data analytics to track IT performance, resolve issues, and refine technology strategies based on business needs.
  • Review key IT projects, ensuring they meet quality standards and drive operational and strategic success.
  • Stay updated on trends and technologies to drive innovation and enhance IT processes and competitiveness.
  • Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and security standards.
  • Advocate for the department’s  role in driving innovation and business growth through technology solutions.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of professional experience as an IT Director within the video game industry.
  • Proven experience in leading and managing teams, with a track record of mentoring as an IT Director or similar role.
  • Strong technical expertise in various IT domains, including infrastructure, software and licence management, cybersecurity, and public cloud platforms (AWS/GCP).
  • Demonstrated experience with large-scale online services, including multiplayer games.
  • In-depth knowledge of IT systems, network architecture, software, and cloud environments (AWS/GCP).
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts effectively for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience in Agile task and project management, with a focus on adaptability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Creative and strategic thinking, with the ability to solve technical challenges and drive technological innovation.
  • Strong understanding of the video game development process and relevant technology stacks (e.g., Perforce).

Additional Information

This job requires working in Boston, US.
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.

Health & Well-being

  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
  • Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
  • No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
  • 401K with employer matching.
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
  • Merch — regular chances to nab some cool swag!
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

  • Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
  • Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.

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About The Company

CD PROJEKT RED is home to over 1000 game-making professionals from all over the globe. We speak many different languages, but share one love — video games.


We are creators of The Witcher series of games, including the acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Most recently, we have created Cyberpunk 2077 and its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty.


We are headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, with studios in Cracow and Wroclaw. In North America, we operate in Vancouver and will be opening a new studio in Boston to drive development on the followup to Cyberpunk 2077. 


We’re proud to have a gamer-first approach, a diverse & supportive culture, and a focus on mature, meaningful storytelling that will inspire gamers for years to come.


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