AI Game Tech, Technical Director
ChatGPT Jobs, Santa Monica, California, United States, 90403
Overview
Skydance Games is creating the future of interactive entertainment across platforms and genres. Skydance is seeking an experienced technical leader to drive AI-focused game technology research and development. As a Technical Director, you will build and grow a team of engineers focused on AI systems, gameplay intelligence, and developer-facing tools.
Location and Details
Santa Monica, CA
Remote
$230K - $250K/yr
Full-time
Posted 16 hours ago
Responsibilities
Provide senior technical leadership in the architecture, design, and delivery of AI-driven game technologies.
Partner with game, engine, and creative leadership to define and execute a multi-title AI technology roadmap.
Lead exploration of AI applications for games, including NPC behavior, player modeling, procedural systems, generative content, and intelligent tooling.
Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of engineers.
Requirements
Proven technical leadership with the ability to architect systems and execution plans for complex, multi-team technology initiatives.
Deep understanding of the game development lifecycle.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Experience guiding R&D efforts while maintaining a clear path to production-ready solutions.
Qualifications
Shipped multiple titles using Unreal Engine in a senior or lead technical role.
Several years of experience building, leading, and mentoring engineering teams.
Hands-on experience developing new game technologies, including AI systems, gameplay frameworks, or developer tools.
Background in applied AI/ML for games or interactive systems is strongly preferred.
The annual salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $230,000 – $250,000.
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Location and Details
Santa Monica, CA
Remote
$230K - $250K/yr
Full-time
Posted 16 hours ago
Responsibilities
Provide senior technical leadership in the architecture, design, and delivery of AI-driven game technologies.
Partner with game, engine, and creative leadership to define and execute a multi-title AI technology roadmap.
Lead exploration of AI applications for games, including NPC behavior, player modeling, procedural systems, generative content, and intelligent tooling.
Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of engineers.
Requirements
Proven technical leadership with the ability to architect systems and execution plans for complex, multi-team technology initiatives.
Deep understanding of the game development lifecycle.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Experience guiding R&D efforts while maintaining a clear path to production-ready solutions.
Qualifications
Shipped multiple titles using Unreal Engine in a senior or lead technical role.
Several years of experience building, leading, and mentoring engineering teams.
Hands-on experience developing new game technologies, including AI systems, gameplay frameworks, or developer tools.
Background in applied AI/ML for games or interactive systems is strongly preferred.
The annual salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $230,000 – $250,000.
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