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Are you passionate about game engine technology and leading teams that build the foundation for immersive gaming experiences? Do you have a strong C++ background, experience guiding technical direction, and a passion for mentoring developers? Join our Clausewitz team as a Tech Lead, where you’ll help shape the technical future of our engine and tools ecosystem.

At Paradox, we are a vibrant mix of game developers and publishers, known worldwide for our strategy games. We're passionate about our gamers, with an active player base of over five million each month across the globe. We bring our games to life, creating immersive experiences for our ever-growing community.

What You’ll Do

As a Tech Lead within the Clausewitz team, you will combine hands-on programming with technical leadership, ensuring the team delivers stable, scalable, and high-performing systems that empower our game teams. You’ll collaborate closely with programmers and other disciplines to drive technical direction, improve workflows, and support the long-term evolution of our technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to programmers within the team
• Define and drive the technical vision for engine systems and tools
• Support the team in delivering stable, scalable, and high-performance solutions
• Collaborate with game teams and other disciplines to improve workflows and development efficiency
• Help the team maintain development velocity while ensuring high code quality

What We’re Looking For

• Strong C++ programming expertise, preferably within the game industry
• Experience working with proprietary engines and complex technical systems
• Leadership experience through mentoring, technical ownership, or leading teams
• Experience with performance optimization, debugging, and scalable architectures
• Comfortable working with multithreaded and cross-platform systems
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly in English

Working at Paradox means being part of a team that values creativity and quality, where you can make a difference and shape the world of strategy gaming. We embrace our nerdy culture, regularly interact with our fans through forums and events, and end each Friday with a social hour to unwind and connect.

If you're ready to take ownership of technology, support and grow a team, and help shape the future of our engine technology, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and embark on an exciting journey with Paradox and the Engine & Tools team!