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Description

THE ROLE:        

We are seeking a Technical Development Director who is experienced in technical evaluation and guidance through all phases of game development, including ideation. They must possess a focus and interest in exploring AI-driven storytelling and be excited to find and work with co-development teams to help them ship great interactive experiences.

WHO YOU ARE:   

• A person with broad and deep awareness of the various AI tools, technologies, methodologies, and how they might be used to create storytelling-focused interactive experiences.
• Experienced in technically guiding products from start to finish.
• Comfortable working in an incubation environment's highly iterative and ambiguous realities while driving multiple products to completion.
• Passionate about constantly ideating new products that are not only creatively exciting but financially viable and technically feasible.
• Excited to evaluate how a product design might benefit from various technologies and their applications, especially around potential AI tools and methodologies.
• Enthusiastic about creating a wide range of experiences for all types of players.
• Effective at breaking down complex ideas and communicating them effectively across all disciplines to a wide array of audiences.
• An excellent mentor and leader; able to guide a team to improve their craft.
• Motivated and independent, unafraid to ask for help when needed, and always willing to offer help.
• Skilled at giving and receiving feedback on product-related issues and interpersonal interactions.
• A source of empathy and compassion when managing conflict and dealing with misalignment.
• Organized and able to develop milestone plans in collaboration with peers through clear communication and sustainable scoping.       

WHAT YOU WILL DO:        

• Collaborate closely with the General Manager, Production Director, Narrative & Franchise Director, Product Design Director, and Visual Director to ensure all technical efforts align with a given product’s creative and business pillars.
• Apply your knowledge and passion for AI and storytelling by working closely with a team of like-minded peers to ideate potential product concepts and develop the strongest into products.
• Perpetually evolve and improve the available technology partners, processes, tools, and methods.
• Assist in establishing milestone plans and goals/pillars for every product.
• Provide clear, consistent, and constructive feedback to external partners while pursuing the product’s core pillars while maintaining milestone timelines and budgets.
• Define the technology strategy for the team’s products, collaborating closely with cross-functional or external teams to ensure alignment with the team’s vision, mission, and goals.
• Collaborate with and explore potential partners and tools to expand the potential technical design options.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging AI methods/technologies, and best practices in technology, incorporating new insights and innovations into the team’s technology vision and approach.
• Experience managing technology partners, vendors, and outsourcing solutions, with a proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
• Must effectively discuss technology concerns at all stages of incubation and development.
• Deep understanding of game development pipelines, processes, and workflows, with experience working with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Responsible for working with Central Technology teams where appropriate.
• An ideal person in this role will have deep experience with all things related to video game technology, especially in the field of AI, and be passionate about working with peers to find ways to use that technology to design innovative products and then shepherding them through development by embracing the strengths of each external partner and helping them to mitigate their weaknesses.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Proven experience as a Technical Director or similar role in the video game industry, with a track record of directing teams to create compelling interactive experiences.
• Strong technical vision and imagination, with the ability to generate innovative ideas and concepts that push the boundaries of interactive entertainment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, external partners, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of industry-standard game development tools, software, and technologies, as well as AI tools, technologies, and methodologies as they continue to evolve.
• Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of player preferences, trends, and behaviors.        

About ProbablyMonsters™       
ProbablyMonsters is a AAA independent video game company that aims to change the way games are made. We unite a diverse roster of development teams in a healthy, rewarding culture. We believe empowered creators build the most engaging games and deliver the best player experiences.      
       

ProbablyMonsters is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.       

Benefits:       

• We provide a rich benefits package:
  • Medical Coverage - health, dental, and vision paid at 100% for the employee and dependents are subsidized by the Company.
  • Healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance.
    401(k) with an annual contribution by the Company.
  • Paid holidays and vacation, bereavement leaves, and parental leave.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part-time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.  

Compensation:       

• This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, exempt (salaried) position. 
• The full salary range for this position is $230,000 - $356,400 per year. The upper third of the salary range is typically reserved for existing employees who demonstrate strong performance over time. When an offer is made, many factors are considered, such as your unique experience and skills, where you live, where the work will be performed, what similar jobs pay, internal equity, and what you're looking for.  
• In addition to base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for additional incentives, such as a sign-on bonus and short- and long-term incentives. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.