Core Technology Group - Technical Director, Disney - (US-Brighton )

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Jobcode: 46006293
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TECHNICAL DIRECTOR - CORE TECHNOLOGY GROUP

Black Rock Studio is currently looking for aTechnical Director to spearhead theCore Technology Group at our Brighton-based studio. The studio, best known for award-winning titles such as the MotoGP series on Xbox 360 and PC and the multi-million selling ATV Offroad Fury 3 & 4, is now developing new-gen original IP racing games and looking for talented and passionate racing game enthusiasts to join the teams on these innovative Xbox 360 & PS3 projects. This is a newly created position and the role reports directly to the Studio Technical Director. #

Skills range / responsibilities:

Coordinate the development of our shared technology platform.
Lead a growing team of specialists focusing on all areas of our core technology including tools, infrastructure, graphics engine and audio.
Work closely with our game teams to support their needs and requirements.
Be responsible for planning and strategic technology development.
Research, study and educate the team about new and relevant technologies / methodologies.
Excellent level of proficiency with C++.
At least 3 years experience as a lead / managing a technical team.
The ability to lead a dynamic team environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Participate in the interview process as we expand the CTG.
Educational requirement:

A BS Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Candidates with applicable and equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
About Disney Interactive:
Disney Interactive Studios is the interactive division of the Walt Disney Company. We develop, publish, market and distribute a broad portfolio of multi-platform next-generation video games and interactive entertainment worldwide. Our family of studios includes Fall Line and Avalanche Software in Salt Lake City, and Propaganda Games in Vancouver and of course the Brighton Studio in the UK. Come and upgrade your career with one of the world’s largest entertainment companies.

About Black Rock Studio
Black Rock Studio, formerly known as Climax Racing, was established in early 2000 with the goal of becoming the industry's premier racing studio. The studio now employs more than 100. Using its proprietary render engine and PACE physics libraries, the studio has become experienced at producing triple-A, critically acclaimed racing titles in very competitive development times. Climax Racing was acquired by Disney Interactive Studios in October 2006 and re-named Black Rock Studio in July 2007.