Lead Sound Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Lead Sound Designer (Gamedev): Leading the sound design team and driving audio development for an upcoming AAA RPG, with an accent on creating immersive, high-quality, and technologically advanced audio experiences. Focus on defining aesthetic continuity, supporting innovative audio system design, and fostering team growth and development.

Location: In-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity in Warsaw, Poland. Relocation to Poland is required.

Salary: 31,800 – 43,725 PLN gross monthly.

Company

hirify.global is a company focused on creating revolutionary, story-driven RPGs.

What you will do

• Lead the Sound Design team and drive game audio development for the project.
• Help define and maintain aesthetic continuity throughout the game and trailers.
• Collaborate with cross-discipline teams to craft immersive, high-quality audio experiences.
• Plan, revise, track, and execute milestones, sprints, and roadmap deliverables.
• Support and coach team members to achieve impactful in-game results and foster their growth.
• Support the design and development of innovative audio systems using Unreal Engine 5 and Wwise middleware.
• Design, implement, and mix original and rich sound effects.

Requirements

• 7+ years of professional experience in the video game industry, with involvement in multiple shipped AAA titles.
• At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role related to sound design or audio direction.
• Strong creative skills and a focus on quality, evidenced by a portfolio or demo reel.
• Collaborative approach to navigating challenges and resolving design obstacles.
• Exceptional artistic and creative competence.
• Effective cross-disciplinary communication skills and ability to manage timelines.
• Relocation to Warsaw, Poland is required.

Nice to have

• Experience with Atmos, Surround Sound, 3D Audio, and HRTF.
• Experience working with performance capture.
• Experience planning and executing field and Foley recording sessions.

Culture & Benefits

• Relocation package covering flight ticket, company apartment for the first month, pet and family relocation, and shipping belongings.
• Relocation assistance with legalization operations and tax settlements.
• Polish lessons for foreign employees and their spouses or partners.
• Paid leave from 20 to 26 days of holiday per year, and paid sick leave.
• Private medical healthcare, life insurance, annual cancer prevention screenings, and free mental health support.
• Sports card, menstrual leave, RED Parents Network support, and RED Summer Camp for Kids.
• A welcome pack with goodies, access to trainings, lectures, courses, and e-learning.
• Access to a cafeteria platform for subscription benefits, medical packages, or vouchers.
• Dog-friendly office, regular social events, healthy canteens, and an international working environment.
• Onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support, and yoga and boxing classes.