Senior Engineering Manager (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Engineering Manager (Gamedev): Build and develop the technical skillset and teamwork of your team through training, collaboration and mentorship within a franchise for building technology for state-of-the-art games. Focus on improving the quality and productivity of software development.

Location: Position based in Nova Scotia. Willingness to relocate to Nova Scotia is preferred. Relocation support may be available for the right candidate.

Company

hirify.global is building games that bring joy to players around the world.

What you will do

• Build and lead a strong engineering team combining internal staff and external developers.
• Partner with the Leadership Team to drive project-wide decision making and execution.
• Work across departments to surface risks and remove blockers.
• Manage a team of engineers, conducting performance reviews and regular 1:1s.
• Ensure company coding practices are followed within your team.

Requirements

• Typically, a minimum of 6 to 8+ years of industry experience in engineering.
• We're looking for individuals with a track record of leading teams and providing direct support and mentorship to their reports.
• Deep understanding of the game development lifecycle, engineering principles, and related technology.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Expert knowledge and experience with C/C++ and C#.
• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Nova Scotia offers access to nature, cultural experiences, and a balanced lifestyle.