Engineering Manager - Gameplay

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an Engineering Manager to join the team working on The Witcher 4. In this role, you'll lead a gameplay engineering team focused on NPC animation, locomotion, and navigation systems. You’ll collaborate closely with designers, animators, and QA to ensure top-quality gameplay experiences. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the next chapter of one of the most beloved RPG series in the world. We’re looking for someone with strong technical expertise, leadership experience, and a deep passion for games.

(This position requires working in our Warsaw Hub. Hybrid working mode available)

Daily Responsibilities:

• Support, maintain, and extend gameplay and engine systems.
• Design, implement, maintain, and extend gameplay and engine systems focused on NPC animation, locomotion, and navigation.
• Develop and improve systems that support responsive, believable NPC movement and interactions within the game world.
• Develop tools and debugging utilities that support gameplay development.
• Collaborate with game designers and cross-functional teams to design and deliver engaging gameplay mechanics.
• Write, improve, and maintain automated and gameplay-focused tests.
• Debug, profile, optimize, and resolve technical issues in collaboration with QA and other disciplines.
• Work closely with designers, animators, QA, production, and other teams to deliver cohesive gameplay experiences.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Support and mentor other engineers by sharing knowledge, providing feedback, and fostering technical growth.
• Collaborate with the Product Owner and engineering team to help define technical priorities and support project goals.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience working in Unreal Engine, ideally on AA or AAA projects.
• Experience developing NPC animation, locomotion, navigation, or NPC-related gameplay systems.
• Proven experience leading a development team of around 7 members or similar scale.
• Credited on at least one shipped AA or AAA title in a lead or management role.
• Proficiency in C++ and Unreal Engine 5.
• Solid understanding of gameplay systems (e.g. motion matching, animation systems).
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Experience in risk management and team development.
• Strong working proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• Values open, constructive feedback and respectful dialogue.
• Brings their own perspective while remaining collaborative.
• Comfortable navigating challenges and problem-solving as a team.

Additional Information

Working mode

• In-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity in Warsaw, Poland. Relocation is required.

Relocation Support

• Relocation package — flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet and family, shipping your belongings. It’s all covered.
• Relocation assistance — processing your legalization operations for you and  tax settlements — all you need to feel right at home is taken care of.
• Polish lessons for foreign employees — and for your spouse or partner, too.
• Paid Leave — from 20 to 26 days of holiday per year, and paid sick leave.

Health & Well-Being

• Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care and unlimited rehabilitation to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives.
• Life insurance — comprehensive pension and insurance plans to protect you and your loved ones.
• Annual screenings for cancer prevention covered by the company.
• Psychological and psychiatrist care — free mental health support and various well-being initiatives.
• Sports card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city.
• Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
• RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.
• RED Summer Camp for Kids — a fun summer program for children aged 5–12, majoritively paid by the company.

Perks & Professional Growth

• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
• Trainings, lectures, and courses — workshops and trainings for each employee, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
• REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive subscription benefits, additional medical packages or vouchers and codes to shops, cinemas, and public transport reimbursement.
• Gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!

Social Activities & Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
• Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together.
• Healthy selections — ​​canteens.
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
• Sustainability is an ongoing commitment for us, and our campus has  electric car charging points, green zones, and much more. Read all about it on our Beyond the Game Blog.
• A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them.
• An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support, and yoga and boxing classes.
• No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.

Estimated pay range for this position: 39 800 – 54 670 PLN gross monthly. This role may be eligible for a long term incentive program (option to purchase CDPR stock after the vesting period). Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience and qualifications.
Type of contract: Employment Contract ("Umowa o pracę").

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