Lead Gameplay Network Engineer

CD PROJEKT RED is currently seeking a Lead Gameplay Network Engineer to join our team working on Cyberpunk 2, the next mainline Cyberpunk 2077 game. As a Lead Gameplay Network Engineer, you and your team will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing the network architecture and online systems. You will lead and manage a team of talented engineers, working collaboratively to ensure seamless and robust online systems. We are seeking a candidate with a blend of proven management experience and technical expertise in networking for games- if that's you, we encourage you to apply! Daily Responsibilities include managing a team of engineers, with duties including hiring, supporting the performance and career development of your reports while fostering a team environment of collaboration and innovation. This role also includes designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable and efficient network architectures for online features as well as ensuring low-latency, high-performance online experiences for players. You will lead your team to develop and optimize multiplayer systems, including matchmaking, and address challenges related to latency, bandwidth usage, and server performance. Work closely with game designers, gameplay programmers, and other departments to integrate network features seamlessly. Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to ensure reliable server deployment and maintenance.