Director of Game Development

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.  We are seeking a visionary Director of Game Development to join EPAM's innovative Gaming Solutions team in LatAm.This role focuses on expanding our game development expertise, delivering world-class solutions to global gaming studios, and advancing co-development, porting, tools engineering, and engine customization. ResponsibilitiesScale EPAM's game development capabilities across co-development, porting, tools creation, and technical solutions for AAA gamingBuild and lead a high-caliber team of developers, promoting innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence within LatAm and globallyDefine technical strategies by providing expertise in architecture, systems design, optimization, and performance tuning for key gaming projectsPartner with gaming studios to understand their needs, offer tailored solutions, and identify growth areasEnsure consistent integration and collaboration between LatAm teams and EPAM’s global network to align delivery and technology standardsAddress complex technical challenges involving game engines, rendering pipelines, and gameplay systems to deliver impactful resultsAdvocate for emerging technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance EPAM’s game development portfolioExpand business opportunities and foster cross-border partnerships within the gaming industry RequirementsOver 12 years of expertise in game development with proven leadership in AAA projects or technical directionAdvanced proficiency in C++, Unreal Engine, Unity, and multi-platform development combined with skills in gameplay systems design, rendering, and optimizationDemonstrated ability to manage distributed teams and ensure smooth cross-region collaborationLeadership skills to inspire and mentor teams while achieving challenging objectivesStrong communication capabilities with a history of building trust-based relationships with gaming studiosA proven track record of implementing scalable and innovative solutions in game developmentPassion for gaming technologies, systems, and improvements in development workflows Nice to haveBackground in AR/VR/MR or understanding of emerging gaming technologiesProjects showcasing contributions to open-source initiatives or personal endeavors, highlighting innovationProficiency in English (mandatory) and Spanish or Portuguese (preferred) We offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn