Associate Technical Director
Blizzard Entertainment
Associate Technical Director
Blizzard Entertainment
Develops and publishes iconic video games
Team Name:
StarCraftYour Mission
Blizzard Entertainment is assembling a team to build the next chapter of STARCRAFT, returning to a universe forged in interstellar war. This mission offers something new: crafting an original story-driven, open-world shooter while honoring the legacy of one of Blizzard's most beloved games.
We are here to reignite this universe alongside you. We are here to make STARCRAFT, and it's about damn time.
We are looking for an Associate Technical Director to help craft this new game for Blizzard. As a key member of the development team, you will be responsible for delivering.If you areexcitedto buildpragmatictechnology that enables the teamtoproduceunforgettablehigh-qualityexperiencesat scale, we need you!
This role offers a hybrid work week, with a mix of work-from-home and on-site days, based out of our Irvine studio.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with other discipline directors toestablish,driveand deliver on World Systems vision and development roadmap
Support cross-functional gameplay and content teams in bringing their vision to life, creating an interesting, complex, and challenging world
Prioritize, review and direct work of a cross-disciplinary World Systems team on a day-to-day basis
Drive architecture and content creation toolset to ensure team productivity and high quality of results
Ensure engineering team is collaborating with content creators and other gameplay teams to understand their needs and develop an aligned technical approach
Hire and grow engineers and engineering leaders, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative, innovative environment
Direct responsibility for technical quality,stabilityand performanceofWorld Systems implementation
Partner with other leads and directors to improve team culture, align technical approach and provide direct support when needed
Requirements
10+ years of experience in game engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role within the gaming industry or a related field
Proven ability to lead and inspire a team, manage multiple projects, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Experienceshippinglarge game systemsand content workflowsfor a modern, large-scaleAAAgamewith focus onlong-termmaintenance,efficiencyand quality
A proactive mindset focused on quality, continuous improvement, and stewardshipdriving development with clearrequirementsandpragmaticplans
Advancedproficiencyin C++ programming, debugging, profiling, and performance optimization
Strong understanding of gameplay architecture, real-time systems, and modern software engineering practices
Experience finding success and alignmentwhen faced with uncertaintyand conflicting or evolving priorities
Communicating ideas clearly, learning from others, and giving meaningful feedback
Experiencewithperformance analysis andcode /contentoptimizationworkflows
Extra Points
Experience working with Unreal Engine
Shipping games on multiple platforms, including consoles
Familiarity with Blizzard games and Blizzard's approach to gameplay quality.
Your Platform
At Blizzard Entertainment, we pour our hearts and souls into everything we create. Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft,we'vebeen creating genre-defining games for millions of players around the world for more than 30 years.We'reon a quest: bring our dreams to life and craft the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Hard work, iteration, and polish go into the Blizzard "secret recipe," but the most important ingredients come from talented people who share our vision. If that sounds like you, join us.
Our World
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, and StarCraft®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc., a division of Activision Blizzard, which wasacquiredby Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry's most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, witha track recordthat includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net®, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrivein order toconnect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being for Every World —we'vegot our employees covered.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $158,500.00 - $293,226.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.Develops and publishes iconic video games
Blizzard Entertainment develops and publishes video games. It creates and maintains major game universes such as Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft, selling titles and offering in-game purchases and subscription services to a global audience of casual and hardcore players. Its games work by delivering interactive experiences—often multiplayer—through PC and console platforms, with ongoing revenue from initial game sales, in-game items, and recurring subscriptions tied to online services like Battle.net. Blizzard differentiates itself through its long-running franchises, polished game design, and a strong focus on building durable player communities around its titles, supported by a unified digital platform and ongoing live-service updates. The company aims to produce engaging, high-quality entertainment experiences that attract and retain millions of players, expand its beloved universes, and monetize through ongoing content and services to sustain growth.
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