Technical Director

4 Months ago • All levels

About the job

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Technical Director for AAA game development. Proven experience with large-scale game development, strong technical programming background, and collaborative team skills.

We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the “Best Damn Space Sim Ever”. We want to build the best we can deliver and we believe wholeheartedly in the value of exceptional diverse talent.

Cloud Imperium Games is looking for a skilled and talented Technical Director to work on our exciting PC space combat sim, Star Citizen and Squadron 42! The Technical Director will work in a cooperative, cross-disciplinary team environment to implement game features and systems within our own StarEngine. Our engine, StarEngine, is a multi-million line multi-platform project. Every programmer is recompiling the code base multiple times a day.

Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make video game history.

For more information about life at Cloud Imperium Games, check this out - https://youtu.be/cXjp7SRBpIA

What do our Technical Directors do?

Learn, and ultimately have a good understanding of the technology used in StarEngine to develop our projects.
Work with the Creative Directors to help drive the projects’ visions through.
Support all disciplines with technical solutions to implement game content and features.
Proactively analyse the projects and identify areas for improvement.
Help manage projects all the way through to release.

What does a good Technical Director look like to us?

A true passion for making games is a must, and we would also like it if you:

Have a proven track record of getting multiple, large, AAA titles all the way to completion on multiple platforms.
A technical programming background.
Work well in a co-located yet collaborative team environment.
Be friendly and approachable for all team members, all roles and levels.
Can explain and present technical solutions to all disciplines.

We are always keen to hear from passionate developers, so join the ‘verse and become our latest Star Citizen!

CIG Diversity Statement CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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About The Company

Cloud Imperium Games

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Cloud Imperium Games is a new kind of independent studio dedicated to delivering AAA experiences outside the established publisher system, founded by Chris Roberts, creator of the best selling Wing Commander and Freelancer series, Cloud Imperium is currently developing Star Citizen, a record-shattering crowd funded title that combines classic space sim gameplay with Hollywood-caliber visuals.

Cloud Imperium aims to pave new ground in game development by sharing the process with the players. Where game development was once hidden, Cloud Imperium has opted to share the process with those backing Star Citizen. Supporters come to know the team and follow them every step of the way as the game created. The community is closely engaged and their feedback Is considered in all aspects of game development, avoiding standard publicity to put Roberts’ epic vision directly in players’ hands.

Cloud Imperium has studios in Los Angeles, California ; Austin, Texas ; Manchester, UK and Frankfurt, Germany.