Director, Technology Research

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.

Austin, United States
On-site
10+ years software engineering experience
3+ years leading technical teams
Deep relationships with major cloud vendors
This role involves building a small, elite Technology Research team tasked with evaluating technologies 18-36 months into the future

Job Summary

  • This role involves building a small, elite Technology Research team tasked with evaluating technologies 18-36 months into the future.
  • The successful candidate will own the Technology Radar, establish strategic vendor partnerships with companies like Amazon and Google, and lead four Senior Research Engineers.
  • Take-Two offers a culture focused on creativity and innovation, along with benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and employee stock purchase plans.

Matching Summary

This role involves building a small, elite Technology Research team tasked with evaluating technologies 18-36 months into the future.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years software engineering experience
  • 3+ years leading technical teams
  • Deep relationships with major cloud vendors
  • Hands-on proficiency in cloud infrastructure or AI/ML
  • Experience publishing technology assessments

Nice-to-have

  • Gaming or entertainment industry experience
  • Background in developer platforms or SRE
  • Experience running innovation labs or R&D teams
  • Advanced degree in Computer Science
  • Strong track record of identifying emerging tech

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years in software engineering or technology strategy
  • 3+ years leading technical teams
  • Deep relationships with at least two major cloud/technology vendors
  • Track record of championing technologies before mainstream adoption
  • Hands-on proficiency in cloud infrastructure, AI/ML, or distributed systems

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