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Skillsearch is helping a games studio find a skilled and experienced Technical Director with expertise in AAA console development. This full-time Technical Director role is based in Riyadh and comes with a generous salary and benefits package. ??

As a Technical Director, you will implement best-in-class technologies, pipelines and services to support the game vision. ??

In your first few weeks in this role, you can expect to: ??

• Lead and manage a team of programmers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight??
• Be responsible for the overall technical architecture, development and build process??
• Design, develop and maintain high-quality online services and backend systems to support the games??
• Provide the tools and process guidance to improve productivity and game stability??
• Supervise all projects from staffing, technology tools choices, risks evaluation and dependencies with other projects.??

To apply for this role, you will need 5 years of experience working in a Technical Director or Senior/Lead Programmer role. You will also require the following: ??

• At least 3 games shipped across multiple platforms and engines??
• Master's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field??
• Experience shipping games on console or PC??
• Detailed knowledge of SDK and technical requirements of Sony PlayStation 4 and 5, Microsoft Xbox One and S|X Series, or high-end Windows PC.??

If you???re looking to impact and create change positively, you'll be rewarded with an excellent salary and benefits package for your inclusive and committed approach. ??

We'd love you to apply for this full-time Technical Director position in Riyadh, and we're waiting to hear from you. today. ??

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