Technical Director (Gaming).

  • .NET
  • permanent
  • Berlin

We are privelleged to be assisting a global gaming business search for a new Technical Director to join their team.

Your Responsibilities

Guidance and Strategic Vision:

  • Lead and mentor the backend development team, providing technical expertise.
  • Craft and implement backend technology plans that align with broader company objectives.
  • Partner with leadership and stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business needs.

System Architecture and Development:

  • Design robust, scalable, and secure backend systems for gaming platforms.
  • Supervise the creation and upkeep of backend services, leveraging ASP.NET Core.
  • Optimize database systems like PostgreSQL and Redis for peak performance and reliability.
  • Spearhead the integration of backend services with Unity-based game engines.

Cloud Infrastructure Management:

  • Oversee and fine-tune our cloud setup using Azure Cloud.
  • Implement best practices for managing cloud resources, optimizing costs, and ensuring security.
  • Lead the development of automated CI/CD processes with Jenkins for efficient deployments.

Cross-Team Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with front-end developers, game designers, and other teams for seamless backend integration.
  • Facilitate clear communication within the team and with external collaborators.
  • Act as the technical representative for the backend team, updating progress and addressing challenges.

System Performance and Quality:

  • Ensure backend systems are optimized for performance, stability, and security.
  • Implement proactive monitoring and alerting to identify and resolve issues swiftly.
  • Conduct regular code reviews to maintain high coding standards and best practices.

Innovation and Team Development:

  • Stay informed about new technologies and industry advancements.
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives for backend system efficiency and performance.
  • Encourage innovation and experimentation within the team to foster growth and creativity.

Your Background:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields.
  • Proven experience in a technical leadership role within gaming or a similar industry.
  • Expertise with Azure Cloud, ASP.NET Core, PostgreSQL, Redis, Jenkins, and Git.
  • Strong foundational knowledge of backend development and best practices.
  • Skilled in integrating backend services with Unity-based platforms.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities, especially in high-pressure scenarios.
  • Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
  • A passion for gaming with deep industry insights.

Extra Credit:

  • Experience with additional cloud platforms and associated technologies.
  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Hands-on experience with microservices and serverless architectures.
  • Understanding of gaming industry security standards and compliance best practices.
Harry Turner