WHO WE ARE

Based out of South Korea, KRAFTON, Inc. is committed to discovering and globally publishing games that deliver a uniquely fun experience with global production studios known for distinctive creatives. Founded in 2007, KRAFTON consists of PUBG STUDIOS, Bluehole Studio, RisingWings, Striking Distance Studios, Dreamotion, Unknown Worlds, 5minlab, Neon Giant, KRAFTON Montréal Studio and ReLU Games, each trying to innovate the enjoyment of games through continuously embracing challenges and new technologies, expanding our platforms and services to win the hearts of more fans.

KRAFTON India has established itself as a trailblazer in the gaming industry, driven by its unwavering commitment to delivering distinctive and enjoyable gaming experiences. At the heart of KRAFTON India's success lies a deep understanding of the Indian gaming community.

The company takes immense pride in its premier entertainment properties that include highly popular titles like BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), Road To Valor: Empires, Defense Derby, New State Mobile. These games have not only captured the hearts of Indian players but have also played a pivotal role in fostering a thriving e-sports ecosystem in the country.

With a focus on India, KRAFTON is dedicated to nurturing the gaming and start-up ecosystem. In line with this commitment, KRAFTON initiated the KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator (KIGI) in October 2023. KIGI aims to support 6-10 teams annually with program durations ranging from six months to one year. Additionally, KRAFTON India has invested over $150 million in the Indian market in the past two years and has committed an additional $150 million to the Indian start-up ecosystem over the next three years.

About the Role

We are looking for a seasoned Technical Director with deep expertise in building and scaling multiplayer games. This role will lead the technical vision and execution of our upcoming mobile action shooter, ensuring world-class gameplay performance, stability, and scalability across devices.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the technical architecture and roadmap of the game.
• Lead engineering efforts across gameplay systems, networking, backend, and tools.
• Build and optimize real-time multiplayer systems: netcode, lag compensation, hit registration, predictive movement.
• Oversee backend and server orchestration (matchmaking, scaling, cloud/hybrid infra).
• Drive performance optimization across a wide range of mobile devices.
• Ensure smooth Unity–native code integration and effective OS-level interfacing.
• Setup CI/CD pipelines & engineering best practices, maintain technical excellence.
• Mentor and guide engineers, providing leadership on complex problem-solving.
• Collaborate closely with design, art, and production to deliver a polished competitive experience.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional experience in game development, with at least 2 shipped multiplayer titles (PC, console, or mobile).
• Strong experience in Unity/Unreal with deep understanding of engine loops.
• Proven ability to work with native code (C++, Java, Objective-C/Swift) and interface with OS-level systems.
• Deep knowledge of networking, backend systems, matchmaking, and server orchestration.
• Track record of optimizing games for mobile hardware (low to high spec).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with anti-cheat, security, and competitive integrity systems.
• Familiarity with scalable live-ops and backend infrastructure.
• Passion for esports, competitive shooters and tactical gameplay.
• Experience with shaders/graphics pipelines is a plus!