Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Location: Remote / Hybrid
Type: Full-time, Leadership
At Dream Cookie Jar, we believe that magic is built on brilliant technology. We are seeking a visionary Chief Technology Officer to be the master architect of the technical foundation upon which all our dreams are built. As our CTO, you will lead the engineering team, drive our technical strategy, and ensure our creative ambitions are brought to life with stable, scalable, and innovative solutions. You are a leader who is as passionate about elegant code and robust pipelines as you are about the enchanting worlds we create.
What You'll Do:
Define and execute the long-term technology vision and strategy for Dream Cookie Jar, from game engine selection to backend infrastructure.
Lead, mentor, and grow a world-class engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Oversee the entire development pipeline, ensuring the creation of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code.
Make critical decisions on technology stacks, tools, and platforms to empower our creative teams and deliver magical experiences to players.
Partner with art, design, and production leaders to ensure seamless integration and turn ambitious creative goals into technical realities.
Stay on the cutting edge of gaming technology, identifying emerging trends and opportunities that can enhance our games and delight our community.
What You'll Bring:
Extensive experience in a senior engineering leadership role (e.g., Lead Engineer, Technical Director, CTO) within the game development industry.
Proven expertise with modern game engines (such as Unreal Engine or Unity) and a deep understanding of game architecture.
Experience building and scaling engineering teams in a startup or growing studio environment.
A strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term technical vision with the practical needs of active development.
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a passion for mentoring engineers and collaborating across disciplines.
A genuine love for RPGs and a shared belief in our mission to create cozy, emotional, and heartfelt games.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your vision for technology at a studio like ours to careers@dreamcookiejar.com with subject line 'CTO Application'.