Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for a Game Development Studio
*Locations: Barcelona, Spain or Yerevan, Armenia
Our client is leading the iGaming entertainment by providing their customers with the most entertaining and trustworthy experience possible, while also reinventing the gambling industry.
They are home to more than 30 well-known brands.
As a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) you will be specializing in Game Development Studio.
The brand is a game development studio formed by an international group of professionals and game enthusiasts with broad experience in mobile, play to earn casual game development and slot games. They work with world-class artists, programmers, mathematicians and musicians to produce some of the most innovative, creative, and entertaining casino games on the market.
Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead Games Studio and drive all technical aspects of company’s operations and growth!
You will work closely with a multicultural team of programmers and other professionals. You will spearhead the technical vision and architecture of the company, ensuring that our platform is at the cutting edge of the industry and compliant with the various regulations.
You will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and deployment of our clients gaming platform, ensuring its scalability, reliability, and security.
Responsibilities
* Lead the overall technical strategy and ensure alignment with the company’s business objectives.
* Own the architecture, design, and development and product roadmap of the company’s platform, ensuring its scalability, performance, and security.
* Build and lead a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
* Oversee system design and development processes, making critical architectural decisions and ensuring high code quality.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional gaming experiences.
* Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in the gaming and blockchain industries, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of innovation.
Requirements:
* Extensive experience in the online casino industry, preferably from the provider side with a deep understanding of its processes.
* Strong expertise in backend development and technologies, including Javascript, Typescript, and Node.js. Knowledge of Rust and Kotlin is a plus.
* Strong experience with GitHub repos, GitHub Actions, Terraform, Google Cloud and other technologies to manage containerize applications, and deploy cloud-based solutions and infrastructure.
* Proven ability to automate business workflows for enhanced efficiency. Experience implementing AI, LLMs, and Generative AI into business processes is a plus.
* Experience managing compliance requirements in the gambling industry.
* Experience with platform and player monitoring tools and practices to ensure optimal performance and security.
* Strong documentation skills of the platform and its related APIs and tools.
* Experience integrating with online casino partners.
* Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.
* A track record of making and communicating impactful architectural decisions.
* A passion for staying at the cutting edge of technology and the gaming industry.
* A proactive mindset, eager to take initiative and ownership in a dynamic environment.
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