Chief Technology Officer (CTO) (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) (Gamedev): Leading the technical direction and engineering strategy for PC and console game development with an accent on architectural decision-making and team scaling. Focus on overseeing the full development lifecycle from concept to launch and ensuring high-performance technical standards across all studio projects.

Location: Must be based in Serbia

Company

hirify.global is a global commerce company providing robust tools and services to help game developers fund, distribute, market, and monetize their titles.

What you will do

• Define and execute the studio’s overall technology strategy and roadmap.
• Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing engineering organization.
• Oversee the development and delivery of PC and console games from concept to launch.
• Ensure technical excellence, performance, and scalability across all projects.
• Collaborate with production, design, and art teams to align technical solutions with creative vision.
• Evaluate and implement tools, engines, and pipelines.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in game development.
• Experience as a CTO or equivalent leadership role on at least one shipped title.
• Participation in the development of at least 3 shipped games.
• Strong background in PC and console game development.
• Proven leadership experience managing senior engineering teams.
• English native speaker.

Nice to have

• Experience working on well-known or commercially successful PC titles.
• Background with Unreal Engine or proprietary engine development.
• Experience scaling teams and building technical culture in growing studios.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Program prioritizing physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off.
• Personalized career roadmap for each employee.
• Investment in professional development through training and educational opportunities.