Sr Director, Engineering
Sr Director, Engineering
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Job Description
At Wizards of the Coast we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons to our growing multiverse we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. Thats where you come in!
Were seeking a strategic and hands-onSenior Director of Engineeringto lead engineering teams across multiple business-critical domains:
- Fan-Facing Products:Web and mobile technologies that power the Magic: The Gathering player experience
- Retail-Facing Tools:TheWizards Play Network (WPN)platform and other tools used by our retail partners
- Internal Tools:Systems that enable game designers to create manage and distribute digital assets and content
As a senior leader you will set the technical vision build high-performing teams and deliver best-in-class software products that delight fans empower retail partners and enhance game creation workflows. Youll lead the transformation of iconic games into world-class digital experiences and collaborate with passionate teams at the intersection of games tech and creativity
What Youll Do
Leadership & Strategy
- Define and implement engineering strategy across three key domains: Fan Retail and Internal Tools
- Partner closely with Product UX Game Design Publishing and Operations to align technology with business and creative goals
- Drive a culture of excellence agility and innovation across cross-functional engineering teams
- Manage and mentor engineering directors managers and leads across multiple product lines
Execution & Delivery
- Ensure delivery of scalable performant and secure software platforms with a focus on user experience
- Oversee execution of fan-facing platforms such as companion apps and account systems
- Lead technology efforts behind WPN retail tools including event scheduling reporting and promotional workflows
- Guide development of internal game content and asset management systems used by design and creative teams
Technology & Architecture
- Champion modern software practices (DevOps CI/CD cloud-native development)
- Set architectural direction across products to ensure technical cohesion and long-term maintainability
- Oversee integration of web mobile and backend services with internal systems and external partners
Talent & Team Development
- Scale teams through thoughtful hiring coaching and career development
- Build a diverse inclusive engineering culture where innovation thrives
- Foster collaboration across multiple teams and geographical locations
What Youll Bring
- 12 years in software engineering including 5 years in senior leadership roles
- Proven track record of managing multiple engineering teams delivering user-facing and enterprise-grade products
- Strong technical background in full-stack web/mobile development backend services cloud infrastructure and APIs
- Experience working in cross-functional environments with product design creative and operations teams
- Strategic problem solving and effective communication across both technical and non-technical audiences
- Data-informed decision making with a continuous improvement attitude
We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties responsibilities or requirements of the position.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you are selected to move forward in our application process and need to request an accommodation please let your recruiter or coordinator know.
Compensation Range Currency USD:
- Starting Pay Range: $194300
- Pay Range End: $291400
In compliance with local law we are disclosing the compensation range for this role. The range listed is just one component of Wizards of the Coasts total compensation package for employees. Employees may also be eligible for annual and long-term incentives. In addition Wizards of the Coast provides a variety of benefits to employees. Heres a look at what your benefits package may include: Medical Dental & Vision Insurance Paid Vacation Time & Holidays Generous 401(k) match Paid Parental Leave Volunteer Program Employee Giving & Matching Gifts Programs Tuition Reimbursement Product Discounts and more.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
