Promote Project is hiring: AI Game Tech Technical Director in Los Angeles

Skydance Games , a division of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation , is creating the future of interactive entertainment across platforms and genres. Our teams are expanding beloved franchises with Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, pushing the limits of immersion, and shaping how we’ll deliver best-in-class games for years to come. We build our games through creativity, collaboration, and trust, empowering teams to take ownership, openly share ideas, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Every project is built with these core values, turning bold visions into experiences that resonate with fans around the world. Do you want to craft games that challenge expectations and inspire players? Come build something extraordinary with us. Overview Skydance is seeking an experienced technical leader to drive AI-focused game technology research and development, enabling the next generation of immersive, adaptive, and intelligent storytelling in games. This role will lead the exploration, prototyping, and deployment of AI-driven systems across multiple game teams, partnering with technical and creative leadership to define a forward-looking technology roadmap. As a Technical Director, you will build and grow a team of engineers focused on AI systems, gameplay intelligence, and developer-facing tools, transforming research into scalable, production-ready technology that enhances both player experience and development workflows. Responsibilities Provide senior technical leadership in the architecture, design, and delivery of AI-driven game technologies, from early research through production integration. Partner with game, engine, and creative leadership to define and execute a multi-title AI technology roadmap, balancing innovation with production realities. Lead exploration of AI applications for games, including (but not limited to) NPC behavior, player modeling, procedural systems, generative content, and intelligent tooling. Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of engineers, fostering a culture of experimentation, technical excellence, and collaboration. 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, including current production challenges and opportunities for AI-driven innovation. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain advanced AI and systems concepts to non-technical partners. 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. The salary offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc. We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description. #Games #LI-hybrid Paramount, a Skydance Corporation is a diversified media company creating high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive/games, and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only contact you from an official “@skydance.com” email address. If you suspect that you are being contacted by an unauthorized person or believe that the correspondence you have received is suspicious, please do not click on any links or attachments in such emails and submit any questions or concerns to our information security team at https://skydance.com/report-suspected-fraud/. Job type Remote job Tags game director security architect technical developer animation leader lead senior engineering digital nomad Sent 2 days ago Apply on external site #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: Skydance Games is seeking an experienced technical leader to drive AI-focused game technology research and development . The role will lead the exploration, prototyping, and deployment of AI-driven systems across multiple game teams . The annual salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $230,000 – $250,000 . En Español: Skydance Games está creando el futuro del entretenimiento interactivo a través de plataformas y géneros. Nuestros equipos están expandiendo las amadas franquicias con Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, empujando los límites de la inmersión y dando forma a cómo entregaremos los mejores juegos en su clase durante años venideros. Construimos nuestros juegos mediante la creatividad, colaboración y confianza, capacitando a los equipos para tomar posesión, compartir abiertamente ideas y ampliar los límites del posible. Cada proyecto se construye con estos valores fundamentales, convirtiendo visiones audaces en experiencias que resuenan con los aficionados de todo el mundo. Como Director Técnico, usted construirá y crecerá un equipo de ingenieros enfocado en sistemas AI, inteligencia de juego e herramientas orientadas al desarrollo. Transformando la investigación en una tecnología escalable y lista para producción que mejore tanto la experiencia del jugador como los flujos de trabajo de desarrollo. Responsabilidades Proporcionar liderazgo técnico superior en la arquitectura, diseño y entrega de tecnologías de juegos basadas en IA, desde las primeras investigaciones hasta la integración productiva. El salario ofrecido puede variar en función de la ubicación del candidato, las calificaciones, la experiencia y el conocimiento relevante, entre otros factores. La gama indicada es solo para sueldo básico y no refleja el paquete total de compensación, incluidos bonos, beneficios, etc. Nos damos cuenta de que las habilidades y la experiencia pueden provenir de muchas experiencias y caminos diferentes, y le animamos a aplicar incluso si usted no cumple con todos los requisitos descritos en la descripción de trabajo. #Games#LI-hybrid Paramount, una empresa Skydance Corporation es una compañía de medios diversificada que crea entretenimiento de alta calidad a nivel de eventos para audiencia global.