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Highdive

AAA console single-player game developer

Generalist Content Technical Director

Engineering LeadershipUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeToronto, ON, Canada

About the Job

Requirements

  • A diploma in a relevant 3D field, Computer Science, or a related field is required.
  • Proven experience in a content-oriented technical leadership role within the video game industry, focused on AAA game development.
  • Strong proficiency with Unreal Engine and other relevant game-development tools and technologies.
  • Knowledge and experience spanning Level Art, Level Design, and props/asset creation.
  • Ability to mentor and develop team members.
  • Deep understanding of game-development processes, workflows, and best practices.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to technical challenges.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong interest in emerging AI technologies and willingness to explore their use in streamlining production, improving iteration speed, or expanding creative possibilities.
  • Proficiency in English is essential for regular communication with colleagues and stakeholders outside Quebec.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the local codev data-centric technical team to deliver high-quality game experiences and ensure local teams apply data-specific technical and production guidelines.
  • Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to developers, and support knowledge sharing with the main Content Technical team in China.
  • Monitor the consistency and quality of data being built by the codev team and guide local technical and production teams.
  • Ensure the technical feasibility and scalability of project requirements.
  • Collaborate with art, design, and production teams to align and integrate technical solutions and execution in the data being built.
  • Communicate technical progress, challenges, and solutions to stakeholders, and facilitate collaboration between technical and non-technical teams.
  • Identify technical challenges, propose solutions, lead troubleshooting, and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Foster innovation and continuous improvement within technical teams.
  • Work with other technical owners to define technical requirements, schedules, and priorities.
  • Communicate project progress and status to NetEase Montreal’s Content Technical Director and align with the studio’s CTT strategy and vision.
  • Monitor project progress and milestones, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure adherence to technical standards, guidelines, and best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Travel to China as needed, approximately one to two times per year.

About the Company

Highdive

AAA console single-player game developer

Highdive is a Montreal-based video game studio working on both co-development with NetEase Games’ ThunderFire division and its own original IPs. It has contributed to Naraka: Bladepoint and FragPunk while also developing AAA single-player console games that emphasize world-building and character-driven narratives. The studio combines experienced industry veterans with new talent and uses playtests in Montreal and Toronto to gather feedback, supporting both partnerships and independent projects. Its goal is to deliver premium gaming experiences to a global audience by producing strong co-developed titles and ambitious single-player campaigns built around rich stories.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
2019

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