Lead Software Engineer, Engine Systems

Overview As Lead Engine Systems Engineer, you guide a core engineering group to advance Diablo’s engine technologies, including streaming, asset loading, and runtime systems across platforms. You partner with leadership and cross-disciplinary teams to set priorities, mitigate risks, and shape the roadmap for a scalable, performant engine. You balance hands-on coding with team mentorship to empower designers, artists, and gameplay engineers. This role offers hybrid work with on-site options at Irvine or Albany, and a chance to influence a beloved AAA franchise. Compensation / BenefitsMedical, dental, vision401(k) with company matchtuition reimbursementpaid holidays and vacationmental health & wellbeing programsrelocation assistance ResponsibilitiesManage and mentor the engine core teamDefine and deliver required engine functionality with stakeholders and project leadershipCollaborate with production and leadership for milestone planning and progress trackingCreate and maintainTechnical design documents detailing architecture, milestones, and risksProvide engine guidance and best practices to enable cross-disciplinary teams to execute the game visionDrive tooling and processes to ensure smooth performance across multiple hardware platforms Key requirements8+ years in game development engineering or equivalentExperience with proprietary C++ engines, Unreal Engine, or similar AAA enginesExperience tuning engine systems for PC and modern consolesPrevious leadership experience with at least one shipped titleStrong multithreading, performance analysis, and code optimizationAbility to author, debug, and optimize production-grade C++ codeAbility to produce readable, well-tested code commitsStrong communication and debugging/problem-solving skillsExperience mentoring engineers and developing technical talentstrong communication skillsproblem-solving and debuggingmentoring and developing othersmultithreadingperformance analysiscode optimization