Technical Director

INTRO

Stratosphere Games is an AAA mobile game developer based in Berlin, Germany, looking for a Technical Director to lead the development of existing and upcoming projects.

As the Technical Director specializing in backend technology, you will be responsible for overseeing the architecture, development, and deployment of our backend systems. You will lead a team of skilled engineers, ensuring the stability, scalability, and security of our backend services. Your expertise in Azure Cloud, ASP.NET CORE, PostgreSQL, Redis, Jenkins, Git, and Unity will be crucial in delivering seamless gaming experiences to our players.

YOUR MISSION
- ** Leadership and Strategy**:

- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the backend development team.
- Develop and execute the backend technology strategy aligned with the company's goals.
- Collaborate with other directors and stakeholders to ensure alignment of technical solutions with business objectives.
- ** Architecture and Development**:

- Design and implement scalable, reliable, and secure backend architectures for our games.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of backend services using ASP.NET CORE.
- Ensure optimal database performance and reliability using PostgreSQL and Redis.
- Lead efforts to integrate backend services with Unity game engines.
- ** Cloud and Infrastructure**:

- Manage and optimize our cloud infrastructure on Azure Cloud.
- Implement best practices for cloud resource management, cost optimization, and security.
- Oversee CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins to ensure smooth and automated deployments.
- ** Collaboration and Communication**:

- Work closely with front-end developers, game designers, and other teams to ensure seamless integration of backend services.
- Facilitate effective communication within the team and with external partners.
- Represent the backend technology team in meetings and provide updates on progress and challenges.
- ** Quality and Performance**:

- Ensure high performance, stability, and security of backend systems.
- Implement monitoring and alerting systems to detect and address issues proactively.
- Conduct regular code reviews and enforce coding standards and best practices.
- ** Innovation and Improvement**:

- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of backend systems.
- Foster a culture of innovation and experimentation within the team.

YOUR PROFILE
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience in a technical leadership role within the gaming industry or a similar domain.
- Extensive experience with Azure Cloud, ASP.NET CORE, PostgreSQL, Redis, Jenkins, and Git.
- Strong understanding of backend development principles and best practices.
- Proficiency in integrating backend services with Unity game engines.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound technical decisions under pressure.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of the gaming industry.

Bonus points, if you have:

- Experience with other cloud platforms and technologies.
- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience with microservices architecture and serverless computing.
- Understanding of security best practices and compliance standards in the gaming industry.

WHY US?
- A friendly and motivated international team to collaborate with for achieving breakthroughs together
- Be part of a great and growing company with a friendly, but always challenging, work philosophy
- Work on innovative and thrilling AAA quality mobile games
- A large, open office space right in the heart of Berlin Mitte, surrounded by amazing restaurants
- Free coffee, water & beer are available in the office
- Hybrid work
- Subsidized public transport ticket
- Supplementary health insurance
- Subsidized Urban Sports Club membership

ABOUT US

We are delighted to introduce Stratosphere Games, a thriving Berlin-based gaming studio comprised of 60 highly talented individuals. Our team is made up of experts from renowned companies like Splash Damage and Rocksteady. We take pride in collaborating with partners from around the world for the production of AAA-standard games for mobile platforms and beyond. Our STATE-OF-THE-ART development platform, FRAMEWORK, enables us to create unparalleled gameplay experiences that can fit right into your pocket. We prioritize quality production, top-of-the-line multiplayer modes, and inventive elements for user engagement and retention. Join our growing Stratosphere Games community today by checking out and playing our impressive games or simply reaching out to us.

We’re looking forward to hearing from you