CareerPlan

Senior Engineering Manager, Game Experience

CA Long BeachRemoteFull-time$150k2026-10-09 → 2026-11-10
Remote

Core

Manage a senior engineering team building Zwift's core game loop, including gamified experiences, competitive racing systems, and real-time physics on desktop, mobile, and Apple TV.

Role type

Senior Engineering Manager (Game Development)

Builds

Cross-platform C++ game features and gameplay systems

Domain

Gaming / Live-service

Required skills

C++, game engine development, team management, technical architecture, live-service operations, agile methodologies, cross-functional leadership

Preferred skills

Mobile ecosystem integration (iOS/Android), console optimization, AI-assisted development tools, gameplay systems with external hardware, A/B testing and analytics

Technologies

C++, game engines, iOS, iPadOS, Android, Amplitude, Databricks

Responsibilities

Lead and coach a team of 6-8 engineers; drive technical architecture for scalable C++ designs; own end-to-end software development lifecycle including testing and rollouts; manage team roadmap and delivery predictability; navigate ambiguity to align engineering with design and product teams.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities