Director, Gameplay Programming: Insomniac Games

Insomniac Games, the studio behind Ratchet and Clank, Resistance and the upcoming Spider-Man for the PS4 is looking for a Director, Gameplay. The Director ensures excellence across Insomniac’s gameplay programming team.  This position is responsible for building, managing, and mentoring a world-class Gameplay Department.  We’d love to hear from you if this is the role you are looking for.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:Establish consistent programming philosophies, practices, and standardsManagement and development of all Gameplay team membersOversight of day-to-day programming through the coordinated efforts of others in the Gameplay departmentRegularly review and provide feedback for all title/s
Planning and implementation of continual improvements to the production pipelineAligns programming efforts between gameplay and core
Staffing team according to production headcounts and budgetsOther duties may be assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises gameplay programming leads and directs Insomniac’s Gameplay team.

Education and/or Experience:
Master's degree (M.A.) or equivalent; or twelve years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Advanced knowledge of C++.
Proficiency in assembly level programming a plus.
Advanced knowledge and experience with level editing tools (Radiant, Unreal, Hammer, or proprietary editors) and scripting. Advanced knowledge of Maya or other major 3D modeling program. Adobe Illustrator experience and KISMET scripting skills are a plus. 
Other Skills:
Team leadership, creative collaboration and problem solving within the Gameplay department and across all Insomniac departmentsEffective time management and the ability to delegate tasks and focus on larger issues while monitoring critical smaller detailsDetailed knowledge of all game production methods
A strong critical eye for detail and the ability to communicate effectively with the team to resolve issuesCommunication with both large groups and individuals, with excellent written and oral communication skillsDeadline-oriented approach, with the ability to get results even in difficult situations

Please use the link to apply to this role, if interested.  We look forward to hearing from you. Thanks!