We’re looking for a Technical Director to join our client’s team and architect the narrative physics engine – the core system behind a new category of narrative-driven RPGs.
This is a rare, career-defining opportunity for someone who combines deep technical expertise with a strong passion for storytelling in games. You’ll collaborate directly with the company’s founder, helping to shape the AI foundations that will redefine how stories are created and experienced.
If you’re a systems thinker, a Unity expert, and you love RPGs, this role is for you.
This position is open to candidates based in Europe.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the technical execution of the game, overseeing its architecture, tools, and performance.
Mentor and guide a team of talented engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
Split your time between hands-on coding (70%) and team management (30%).
Develop game-aware features and enhance game mechanics.
Define and maintain the architectural and technical vision of the project.
Support future team growth as needed.
Collaborate primarily within European time zones, with occasional overlap with the founder (PST).
Oversee code quality, documentation, and adherence to software engineering best practices.
REQUIREMENTS
8+ years of professional experience, ideally on RPG or narrative-focused titles.
4+ years of experience leading teams and delivering the technical vision of a project.
Genuine passion for narrative RPGs and a strong understanding of what makes them engaging.
Ability to design and code systems that directly improve gameplay and narrative quality.
Solid experience with Unity (preferred) or Unreal.
Proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; capable of inspiring and managing high-performing teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset to tackle complex technical challenges.
Experience growing and scaling technical teams within game development.
Highly independent and comfortable working with minimal supervision.
WHAT THEY OFFER
A “once in a career” role shaping the foundation of a new type of game engine
Security and stability in a startup backed by strong funding
Stock option package
Fully remote setup with flexible working hours
Work directly with a CTO founder on architecture and design
Work in a small, 15-person team where your contributions truly matter
ABOUT THE COMPANY The studio, founded in 2023, is building the world’s first narrative physics engine. It’s a systemic framework that makes narrative-driven RPGs scalable and cost-effective to produce. Their vision: create narrative-first games, then empower players to build their own stories and worlds, similar to a Roblox but for RPGs. Size of the studio: ~15 people Work mode: remote Office locations: team distributed across US and Europe