Head of technology (game division)

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PLAY, GROW and WIN

To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator.

PLAY, GROW and WIN

To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator.

At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004.

Virtuosi is a team of experts – people who have come together to share their mutual passion for making and playing games. People with the same enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.

At Virtuos, we are at the forefront of gaming, creating exciting new experiences daily. Join us to Play, Grow and Win – together.

About The Position

The Head of Technology provides strategic and technical leadership across the division, working closely with Studio Technical Directors (dotted line) to ensure the successful development of games for consoles, PC, and mobile devices. The role covers a broad scope—from defining and guiding the technical vision and architecture to overseeing pipeline implementation, AI strategy, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. This leader also plays a critical role in nurturing technical talent, improving multi-studio collaboration, and ensuring strategic alignment across teams. Additionally, the role maintains strong relationships with hardware and software partners, contributes to vendor strategy, supports M&A due diligence, and brings strong technical and business acumen to guide decision-making across the division.

Responsibilities


* Division-Wide Tech Strategy: Define and implement the division’s technical strategy in close collaboration with Studio Technical Directors. Promote adoption of best practices and ensure studios remain competitive through the strategic integration of emerging technologies, including generative AI (e.g., LLMs) in both programming and creative development processes.
* Technical Guidance & Collaboration: Provide direction and support to Studio TDs, guiding the resolution of complex development challenges and aligning solutions across studios for consistency and efficiency.
* Leadership & Talent Management: Set technical vision and performance expectations for Studio TDs (dotted-line), in coordination with Studio General Managers (direct-line of Studio TDs). Inspire, coach, and mentor senior technical leaders. Lead quarterly talent reviews and co-decide on structural or personnel changes to studio tech teams in line with studio goals.
* Training & Knowledge Sharing: Partner with Studio TDs to develop studio-specific training programs. Coordinate guilds and communities of practice to ensure continuous learning and effective knowledge sharing across all studios.
* Client & Partner Engagement: Represent the division in technical discussions with clients, platform holders, and industry vendors. Maintain strong relationships with hardware/software manufacturers and support strategic partnerships.
* Innovation Leadership: Drive the exploration and adoption of new technologies, tools, and methods to elevate game development capabilities. Champion a culture of innovation, experimentation, and forward-thinking within the division.


Qualifications

* Proven experience (10+ years) in senior technical leadership roles within the video game industry, with a strong focus on console game development.
* Strong background in game programming, systems architecture, or engine development, with a deep understanding of C++-based pipelines and real-time performance optimization.
* Demonstrated success leading multi-site or cross-functional technical teams and solving complex development challenges at scale.
* Expert-level understanding of game engines (such as Unreal or Unity), tools, and middleware (e.g., Havok, FMOD, PhysX), and familiarity with cloud services or distributed systems.
* Strong knowledge of development methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, version control, and scalable production workflows.
* Skilled in guiding technical strategy, aligning teams to division-wide goals, and fostering collaboration across studios.
* Experienced in mentoring senior-level engineers or technical directors, with a proven ability to nurture high-performing teams.
* Strategic thinker with a strong business mindset; able to connect technical innovation with business outcomes.
* Clear, confident communicator who can translate complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
* Committed to building a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and operational excellence across the division.


About Us

Founded in 2004, Virtuos is one of the largest independent video game development companies. We are headquartered in Singapore with over 4,200 employees across 25 offices in Asia, Europe, and North America. Specializing in full-cycle game development and art production, we have delivered high- quality content for more than 1,500 console, PC, and mobile games. Our clients include 23 of the top 25 gaming companies worldwide.

About Our Team

Founded in 2010 and later acquired by Virtuos in 2017, our Paris studio is located within the lush confines of Parc Saint-Christophe in Cergy – close to the city center of Paris and easily reachable by public transport.

Our studio has a full suite of capabilities to undertake projects of varying scopes, including co-developments, adaptations, and remasters of AAA games. A great example of this is our recently launched homemade game, Mahokenshi, which was released in January 2023.

Virtuos Paris houses a team of experts from technical artists and game designers to engineers. Our Paris studio takes pride in its engineering team’s depth of experience, which has been providing its rich expertise in re-engineering and adaptation, as well as in gameplay mandates to our global partners to bring some of the world’s top AAA games to life.

What We Offer

* Work at Virtuos Paris studio, close to the city center of Paris - the iconic capital of France
* Contribute to the world’s biggest AAA titles in gaming
* End-of-project celebrations, teambuilding outings, and studio bonding activities
* Gaming corners with consoles and a common area
* Comprehensive medical healthcare provided for all staff
* Remote work is possible
* Relocation support
* Career and international mobility opportunities with Virtuos Internal Mobility Program


People matter. Diverse opinions and experiences matter. At Virtuos, our talented teams are the cornerstone of our success, and we recognize that fostering and advocating for inclusivity is at the center of what we do best - we make games better, together. Virtuos is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity of thought, expression, culture, and backgrounds.



Seniority level

* Seniority level

Executive


Employment type

* Employment type

Full-time


Job function

* Job function

Information Technology
* Industries

Computer Games

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