Team Leader for Software Development (Game and AI)

INFINIA is a human-centric Design & Innovation firm that designs and develops new technologies, products, and experiences.

We are seeking a Software Team Lead to become a valuable member of our seasoned Game Development & AI Team.

At INFINIA, the Software Team Lead (Game & AI) is in charge of the management and development of game development and artificial intelligence projects to ensure their successful completion.

The perfect candidate must have a minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, including at least 2 years of experience leading software teams in game development and artificial intelligence.

Below are some of the main responsibilities for this position;

• Supervising the management and development of game development and artificial intelligence projects to guarantee their successful completion.
• Experience in developing games and applications with Unity and/or Unreal engines.
• Guiding the development team throughout the whole project lifecycle, from the start to deployment.
• Conducting code reviews to maintain high standards of code quality and promoting best practices within the team.
• Advising the team on how to identify and solve technical and application-related problems.
• Ensuring clear communication within the team and with other dependant teams.
• Managing the daily workflow of team members, which includes sprint planning, task assignment, and performance monitoring.
• Implementing and adhering to Agile development processes.
• Staying current with technology advancements and making sure team members adopt new technologies and methods.
• Developing technical requirements and timelines for AI and game development projects.
• Managing project budgets and resources.
• Facilitating effective communication among team members and promoting collaboration within the team. 

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years leading software teams in game development and AI.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with Unity and/or Unreal engines.
• Proficiency in Agile development processes.
• Solid understanding of OOP concepts, software design patterns, and a passion for clean code and testing.
• Experience in various programming languages such as C#, Java, and C++, along with a strong passion for creating and playing games.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Rigorous technical understanding.
• A strong portfolio in game development, with experience in artificial intelligence being a bonus.
• Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills.