Crytek is looking for a passionate and experienced Development Director to work on Hunt: Showdown in our new state-of-the-art office in Frankfurt, Germany.

The Development Director is accountable to the COO and is responsible for owning and driving all aspects of project management and the operational model for Hunt: Showdown. The role ensures the team is organized and managed effectively to deliver the game on time, within budget, and at or above the aligned quality standards while adhering to the constraints of creative, technology, and business goals. Additionally, the Development Director plays a key role in shaping the team’s structure, processes, and culture to ensure peak performance.

Responsibilities

Define, implement, and continuously improve the project’s operational model to align with studio goals and Core Leadership Team priorities.
Refine team structures to ensure optimal performance and alignment with project objectives.
Build a highly skilled and motivated development team capable of delivering ambitious objectives.
Ensure all responsibility areas are well-defined, staffed appropriately, and empowered to deliver results.
Monitor team delivery performance, identifying obstacles, and proactively removing blockers.
Establish and nurture a positive and collaborative team culture in alignment with studio values.
Drive the implementation and refinement of team structures, roles, and responsibilities (R&R), processes, and pipelines to optimize performance.
Own and maintain a comprehensive talent plan, including team allocation, budget planning, and addressing internal and external resource needs.
Lead efforts to address additional resourcing requirements to complement internal team capabilities, ensuring the team remains agile and capable of achieving goals.
Develop and maintain the Product Breakdown Structure (PBS) and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to prioritize player value and project goals.
Create and maintain a comprehensive project roadmap and detailed teamwork schedule, ensuring proper cadence and alignment with key milestones.
Identify and analyze relevant project stakeholders, assess their needs, and develop actionable plans to meet them.
Build and execute a stakeholder communication strategy to ensure transparency and collaboration across the project.
Define clear communication processes to ensure all internal and external stakeholders receive the information they need when they need it.
Collect stakeholder quality expectations and drive the creation of a quality management plan to deliver against these objectives in areas such as: UX/UR, Accessibility, Technology, Live Operations, KPI Tracking, Art, Performance, Consumer satisfaction and similar
Proactively identify potential risks, develop mitigation plans, and address issues with effective contingency measures.
Drive the integration of external resources and services into the project, ensuring seamless collaboration with the Xdev team and alignment with development needs.
Lead initiatives to improve team structures, processes, and capabilities to ensure peak performance and delivery excellence.
Continuously review and refine workflows, removing inefficiencies and ensuring the team is equipped to meet ambitious goals.
Work closely with peers in the Core Leadership Team to align team efforts with the overall vision for Hunt: Showdown and support cross-functional collaboration.
Organize and align the team around clearly defined targets to deliver Hunt: Showdown on time, within budget, and at the highest quality.
Foster a culture of collaboration, performance, and accountability across the team and studio.

Requirements

Proven experience in leading and managing large-scale game development projects at a senior level.
Expertise in project management frameworks (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, SAFe) and their application in game development.
Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to motivate, align, and empower diverse teams.
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, ensuring clarity and collaboration across all levels.
Proven ability to anticipate risks, develop mitigation strategies, and manage contingency plans effectively.
Experience in resource planning, budgeting, and talent development to meet ambitious project goals.
Passion for delivering high-quality games and driving operational excellence.
Ability to work effectively as part of the Core Leadership Team, contributing to the overall vision and strategy for Hunt: Showdown.
Willingness to relocate to Frankfurt

What you can expect from us

Career Path
Your professional development is important to us, so we have laid out a career plan to help you progress towards your goals and objectives.

Relocation Support
We offer a relocation budget and full coverage of flights to Frankfurt for you and your family. You can expect extensive assistance with visa, work permits, and communication with authorities during the relocation process, as well as help settling into Germany (e.g. setting up appointments with banks, government agencies, schools, landlords, finding apartments etc.).

Company Apartment
To help you get settled, we provide you with a fully furnished company apartment during your first three months in Frankfurt.

Public Transport Pass
Discover Frankfurt by bus, tram and metro – free of charge.

Gym Card
A healthy body is a healthy mind. We offer a membership at the premium gym chain Fitness First in Germany. Work out, join group fitness classes, or relax in the wellness facilities.

State-of-the-art Office
We’ve recently moved into a brand-new, modern office located in the heart of Frankfurt. Our new workspace is designed to inspire creativity and collaboration, with open areas, quiet zones, and top-tier facilities — all just steps away from public transport, restaurants, bars and cultural hotspots.

International Environment
We truly embody diversity at Crytek. With employees from over 42 different countries, we define ourselves by our cultural diversity.

German Classes
Understanding the local culture will make your stay abroad more enjoyable, and Crytek supports that by offering German language courses for you and your family.

Events
Join us on our exciting company events, including new starter breakfasts, summer and winter parties, our annual trip to Gamescom in Cologne, and many more!

Vacation Days
At our Frankfurt office you can enjoy 24 days of vacation per year, and every 2 years you get 1 more (up to a maximum of 28 days). You will also have on average 10 public holidays on top of the days you take off.

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