Engineering Manager Gameplay Systems

We enable millions to create and play together, connect people across the globe, and foster a community that is among the most active and passionate in the world. Our community is global and incredibly diverse. When we are developing anything within our franchise, we keep this in mind. We want everyone to not only feel included in Minecraft, but also to see themselves in what we make. Our goal is for the Mojang Studios team to be as diverse as our community.

The Gameplay Systems team is looking for a hands-on technical leader to drive engineering innovation and empower our team in Stockholm to build the platform that enables a diverse set of Minecraft gaming experiences.

As Engineering Manager, you will be accountable for the technical direction, architecture, and delivery of core gameplay systems while supporting your team in developing high engineering standards which result in a healthy work environment. You will lead by example while also supporting and growing a talented team of engineers.

You and your team will help shape the creation experience for Minecraft.

Here are some examples of what your tasks might be:

• Take an active role in the tech strategy for the work that your team is delivering

• Lead by example in hands-on engineering: design, architect, implement, validate, and deliver high quality features and systems

• Coach a team of 3 engineers to design elegant solutions which result in simple, extensible, and maintainable code

• Mentor and develop engineers, fostering technical growth and great engineering practices

• Partnering closely with the team’s Product Manager and stakeholders to ensure alignment on goals and plans

• Recruit, coach, and retain top engineering talent, ensuring the right skill set and attitude

• Champion a positive and inclusive team culture

• Optimizing team processes for productivity, adaptability, and collaboration

Requirements 

• Proven experience as a technical leader or engineering manager, with a track record of hands-on software development and architectural ownership

• Knowledgeable and passionate about software development, with expertise in modern C++ (preferably on game platforms or client applications)

• Enjoy leading and developing people and are passionate about growing in this space

• Proficient in designing, programming, and debugging with the ability to lead others to do these at quality through solid engineering practices

• Strong background in agile development environments and the engineering practices which make this work

• Experience working in diverse, collaborative teams and representing technical perspectives in cross-functional discussions

• Passion forlearningandsharingknowledgewithin theteam and the organisation

• Excellent teamworkskillsand aneagernesstoreachgoalsin acollaborativemanner
  
  
• Strong communication skills

This is a full-time role based in Stockholm with a hybrid remote working model that requires you to be onsite every week. You'll collaborate closely with our studio colleagues in Redmond, USA, and across various disciplines. This position has off hour meetings mainly with West coast USA representatives.