CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an Engineering Manager to join the team working on The Witcher 4. In this role, you'll lead a gameplay engineering team focused on NPC animation, locomotion, and navigation systems. You'll collaborate closely with designers, animators, and QA to ensure top-quality gameplay experiences. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the next chapter of one of the most beloved RPG series in the world. We're looking for someone with strong technical expertise, leadership experience, and a deep passion for games.

(This position requires working in our Warsaw Hub. Hybrid working mode available)

Daily Responsibilities:

• Support, maintain, and extend gameplay and engine systems.
• Design, implement, maintain, and extend gameplay and engine systems focused on NPC animation, locomotion, and navigation.
• Develop and improve systems that support responsive, believable NPC movement and interactions within the game world.
• Develop tools and debugging utilities that support gameplay development.
• Collaborate with game designers and cross-functional teams to design and deliver engaging gameplay mechanics.
• Write, improve, and maintain automated and gameplay-focused tests.
• Debug, profile, optimize, and resolve technical issues in collaboration with QA and other disciplines.
• Work closely with designers, animators, QA, production, and other teams to deliver cohesive gameplay experiences.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Support and mentor other engineers by sharing knowledge, providing feedback, and fostering technical growth.
• Collaborate with the Product Owner and engineering team to help define technical priorities and support project goals.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience working in Unreal Engine, ideally on AA or AAA projects.
• Experience developing NPC animation, locomotion, navigation, or NPC-related gameplay systems.
• Proven experience leading a development team of around 7 members or similar scale.
• Credited on at least one shipped AA or AAA title in a lead or management role.
• Proficiency in C++ and Unreal Engine 5.
• Solid understanding of gameplay systems (e.g. motion matching, animation systems).
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Experience in risk management and team development.
• Strong working proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• Values open, constructive feedback and respectful dialogue.
• Brings their own perspective while remaining collaborative.
• Comfortable navigating challenges and problem-solving as a team.

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