[Remote] Engineering Director at Unity

Granada, Andalusia, Spain

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Enterprise Software, ERP, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Proven experience in engineering leadership roles within software development organizations
  • Strong background in software engineering, architecture, and modern development methodologies (e.g., Agile, DevOps)
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop distributed, high-performing teams
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience with cloud-native architectures and AI/automation technologies
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and promoting a positive team culture

Responsibilities

  • Shape, apply, and communicate the engineering strategy and technical roadmap in collaboration with other functions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs
  • Oversee architecture, design, and delivery of software products, championing simplicity, security, and operational excellence
  • Drive the adoption of AI, automation, and modern engineering practices and tools to improve productivity and deliver measurable results
  • Provide strategic leadership and hands-on coaching to engineering managers, fostering the growth of operational leaders and cultivating high-performing, inclusive teams across multiple geographies
  • Champion a culture of continuous learning, psychological safety, and a growth mindset, while empowering teams to take ownership, embrace change, and pursue innovation and improvement
  • Lead workforce planning, recruitment, and career development for engineering staff
  • Collaborate openly with other Engineering Directors, governance/supporting functions within the CTO-organization, Product Management, and Operations to deliver end-to-end solutions and support go-to-market initiatives
  • Represent engineering for your area within the ERP platform, actively shaping strategic planning and business alignment to ensure customer-centric decisions
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, using data and metrics to inform decisions
  • Promote best practices in software development, testing, and deployment
  • Promote diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing, and act as a company ambassador across all hubs

Skills

ERP
Cloud
AI
Automation
Software Architecture
Distributed Systems
Engineering Practices
Technical Roadmap
Scalable Solutions
Security
Operational Excellence

Unity

Real-time platform for interactive content

About Unity

Unity Technologies provides a platform for creating 2D, 3D, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) content. Its main product is a real-time development platform that allows users to build and deploy interactive content across various devices, including mobile phones, PCs, and gaming consoles. Unity operates on a subscription model, offering different plans to cater to the needs of hobbyists, professional developers, and large enterprises, including free options for smaller developers. The company stands out from competitors by serving a wide range of industries, such as gaming, film, automotive, architecture, engineering, and construction, making it a versatile tool for many applications. Unity's goal is to empower creators by providing them with the tools and support needed to bring their ideas to life.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2009Year Founded
$869.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, Entertainment, GamingIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurances
Commuting subsidy
Employee stock ownership
Comprehensive retirement/pension plans
Generous vacation and personal days
Paid leave for new parents
Wellness and fitness subsidy
Office food and free snacks, including lots of healthy options!
Mental health and Wellbeing programs and support
Employee Resource Groups
Global Employee Assistance Program
Training and development programs
Volunteering and donation matching program

Risks

Increased competition from Unreal Engine with advanced graphics and free source code.
Open-source platforms like Godot offer free alternatives to Unity's subscription model.
Recent pricing changes may lead to backlash from small developers.

Differentiation

Unity offers a comprehensive platform for 2D, 3D, VR, and AR content.
Unity's subscription model caters to both small developers and large enterprises.
Unity's real-time development platform supports cross-platform deployment on mobile, PC, and consoles.

Upsides

Unity's acquisition of SyncSketch enhances remote collaboration capabilities.
Unity's Indie Game Developer Accelerator Program supports the growing indie game market.
Unity's tools are widely used in expanding AR and VR markets.

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