Principal Engineer - Project Technical Lead

  • Remote - Worldwide

Remote

Software Development

Principal

Summary

Join us on our mission to bring players together in an inviting, immersive world where they can make their mark. As a Principal Engineer, you will work directly with the Technical Director and Engineering Leads to set architectural direction for the engine, game systems, and gameplay.

Requirements

  • 12+ years of professional game development experience
  • 5+ years of experience building and maintaining proprietary engines OR in significantly modifying commercial or open source engines
  • 4+ years operating as a technical leader
  • Strong knowledge of common game and software design patterns
  • Strong ability to collaborate with teammates across multiple disciplines

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Product, Creative, and Design Leadership to make long-term plans to achieve the Creative Vision for Hytale
  • Pair with Engineering and QA leads to steer the Hypixel Technical Vision
  • Mentor Senior Engineers to raise the craft bar and accelerate delivery
  • Work with engineers and customers to architect solutions that meet design and production goals
  • Achieve product outcomes through a combination of hands-on coding, technical leadership, and lateral influence with other disciplines

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Annual Performance Bonus (APB)
  • Quality of Life increases
  • Christmas closure
  • A chance to work on a new game project with an extremely motivated team
  • Opportunities to learn and grow personally and professionally
  • A stable and secure work environment
  • The ability to work remotely
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