Gen AI Division Director

1 Month ago • 10 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Director of Generative AI will lead the GenAI vision, defining and leading the GenAI roadmap across the group from R&D to production deployment. They will manage a cross-functional GenAI team, drive innovation in AI for game design, asset generation, and UX tools, and collaborate with various teams to integrate GenAI solutions. This role involves representing the company at events, maintaining relationships with clients, and overseeing project delivery to align with timelines and goals. The director will contribute to leadership strategy alongside the VP of Technology and Engineering Director. The candidate should have 10+ years as a Software Engineer in video game development and 5+ years in a senior or leadership engineering position. They also need native or near-native English skills.
Must have:
  • 10+ years as a Software Engineer in video game development
  • 5+ years in a senior or leadership engineering position
  • Experience with Unreal Engine 5 (UE5), Unity, and custom game engines
  • Deep familiarity with GenAI technologies and their application in gaming
  • Native or near-native English required
Good to have:
  • Previous leadership in R&D or emerging technology teams within game studios
  • Experience working within publishing, marketing, or business development
  • Proven success in project negotiation and interdepartmental collaboration
Perks:
  • Competitive financial reward
  • Challenges to raise your XPs score working on the projects of the top global game dev publishers
  • Private medical care, paid time off
  • A culture of diversity and inclusion to unite the most outstanding talents
  • Community of people who understand and share your passion for games

Job Details

Next great challenge is coming:
We are expanding our technological leadership by investing in Generative AI (GenAI) for game development. We are now seeking a Director of Generative AI to lead this vision.

Superpowers you have:

· 10+ years as a Software Engineer in video game development.
· Proven experience working with Unreal Engine 5 (UE5), Unity, and custom game engines.
· 5+ years in a senior or leadership engineering position.
· Strong portfolio in AAA game development with large-scale, international production pipelines.
· Deep familiarity with GenAI technologies and their practical application in the gaming industry.
· Experience with tools and platforms supporting generative systems (e.g., procedural content generation, AI animation, natural language tools).

Creative & Interdisciplinary Skills
· Passion for gaming, with strong interests in gameplay, game design, and UX.
· Solid understanding of all disciplines involved in AAA game development, especially Tech Art and Art pipeline workflows.
· Demonstrated ability to bridge technical and creative teams effectively.

Communication & Mobility
· Native or near-native English required (written and verbal).
· Comfortable presenting at international events and communicating with clients, executives, and partners.
· Willingness to travel frequently for business purposes.

You’re a rockstar if you have:

· Previous leadership in R&D or emerging technology teams within game studios.
· Experience working within or alongside publishing, marketing, or business development units.
· Proven success in project negotiation and interdepartmental collaboration.

Becoming part of Room 8 Group, you will:

· Define and lead the GenAI roadmap across the group, from R&D to production deployment.
· Manage and grow a cross-functional GenAI team of engineers and specialists.
· Drive innovation in the use of AI for game design, asset generation, gameplay systems, and UX tools.
· Collaborate with Engineering, Game Design, Art, and Production teams to integrate GenAI solutions effectively.
· Represent the company at conferences, fairs, and internal/external events.
· Maintain strong relationships with clients, external partners, and internal business units.
· Oversee GenAI project delivery, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and strategic goals.
· Contribute to leadership strategy alongside the VP of Technology and Engineering Director.

Join the team of inspiring game dev professionals, and get even more:

  • Competitive financial reward (yes, we are fair enough);
  • Challenges to raise your XPs score working on the projects of the top global game dev publishers;
  • Private medical care, paid time off;
  • A culture of diversity and inclusion to unite the most outstanding talents;
  • Community of people who understand and share your passion for games.

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