Chief Technology Officer

Role overview

You will take on the top technology leadership role for an ambitious, open-source virtual world product powered by decentralized systems. Based in Germany and working fully remotely, you will set the technical direction, shape engineering practices, and help steer the growth of a next-generation multiplayer platform. The position blends executive-level leadership with hands-on technical depth across architecture, security, product delivery, and innovation.

This role is posted on behalf of a partner company, which will review applications and handle the remaining hiring steps.

What you will do

• Set the long-term technology roadmap and make sure engineering priorities support broader product goals.
• Guide the architecture and continued improvement of scalable systems, front-end foundations, and core technical frameworks.
• Create and refine production-focused engineering workflows, including infrastructure, system administration, security, and operational standards.
• Recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team with a strong culture of quality, ownership, and collaboration.
• Own engineering planning, capacity allocation, and delivery priorities to keep execution efficient and on schedule.
• Work closely with stakeholders across functions to improve product capabilities while protecting technical excellence and performance.
• Identify and apply emerging technologies and modern best practices across development, deployment, and platform operations.
• Lead architecture reviews, improve code quality, and make informed technical decisions for complex engineering problems.

What the role requires

• At least 5 years of experience in game development, including senior technical leadership or technology management responsibility.
• Proven success in scaling engineering teams, setting up development processes, and directing technology strategy in fast-growing or early-stage settings.
• Strong command of Three.js, React, Solidity, JavaScript, and C++, along with solid skills in software architecture and system design.
• Good knowledge of multiplayer systems, real-time applications, distributed architectures, and current web technologies.
• Hands-on experience with infrastructure, system administration, application security, and production operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities, with the ability to mentor and motivate engineers.
• Comfort working in a remote, globally distributed environment while balancing several technical priorities at once.
• Experience across multiple programming languages is a plus.
• Prior work on a custom game engine or advanced game engine development is a strong advantage.

Benefits and highlights

• Fully remote setup with the freedom to work from anywhere while collaborating with an international team.
• Chance to influence the technical direction of an innovative platform built on open-source and decentralized technology.
• High-impact executive position with major ownership of engineering strategy and team growth.
• Collaborative culture centered on experimentation, innovation, and modern technology.
• Opportunity to shape and mentor a world-class engineering team while contributing to company culture.
• Fast hiring process with the opportunity to begin engaging with meaningful technical challenges early.
• Work at the intersection of gaming, blockchain, real-time collaboration, and the evolving 3D web ecosystem.

Application and data processing notes

The partner company manages applications and subsequent hiring steps. Applications are reviewed through an AI-supported matching process to shortlist candidates against the role’s core requirements, after which the shortlist is shared with the employer. The final hiring decisions, interviews, and assessments are handled by the hiring company’s internal team.

Submitting an application means your personal data will be processed for candidate evaluation and shared with the hiring employer where relevant, under applicable data protection laws including GDPR. You may exercise your rights to access, rectify, erase, or object to this processing at any time. AI tools may assist with parts of screening, such as reviewing applications or checking for inconsistencies, but human judgment remains the basis of the final decision.