Director of Studio Engineering
At IGT PlayDigital, we design and build mobile and web casino games played by millions of players worldwide. We are looking for an experienced Director of Studio Engineering to lead and oversee technical operations at our PlayDigital division, driving innovation, efficiency, and the successful delivery of world-class digital games. As Director of Studio Engineering at IGT PlayDigital, you will act as a technical expert and advisor across all studios, driving engineering excellence, standardization, and innovation. While you won’t have direct reports, you will influence engineering managers and collaborate across teams to elevate technology, processes, and platforms company-wide.
- Define, standardize, and advance engineering practices across all PlayDigital gamingstudios
- Influence and guide Engineering Managers to ensure alignment with technical strategy and best practices
- Lead cross-studio special projects, bringing together talent from multiple teams
- Partner with GDK, RGS, and other technology groups to enhance platforms and drive innovation
- Identify, evaluate, and lead the implementation of AI engineering initiatives across the organization
- Act as a key technical consultant and advisor, supporting decision-making at multiple levels
- 10+ years of leadership or managerial experience (strong individual contributors with consulting/influence experience are also considered)
- 10+ years of experience in the gaming industry (slot-focused)
- Full-stack engineering background with strong technical depth
- Proven ability to influence without direct authority and drive cross-team alignment
- Strong consulting mindset, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Permanent employment contract and a competitive salary.
- Private health insurance for you and your family.
- Flexible working hours, including a hybrid work model, along with various initiatives that support wellbeing and work-life balance.
- Opportunity to learn and continuously improve your skills through collaboration with e-learning platforms.
- Clear career development path with well-defined growth opportunities.
- A vibrant and stimulating work environment within Class-A office space.
International Game Technology (IGT) is a global gaming company best known for designing and manufacturing slot machines, casino systems and digital gaming content. Founded in 1975 and long headquartered in Las Vegas, with major operations in Rome and Providence, it has been one of the largest gaming-machine and lottery suppliers in the world. In 2025 the group's lottery business was renamed Brightstar Lottery, while IGT's gaming and digital division was acquired by Apollo Global Management and combined with Everi, continuing to trade under the IGT brand. The company supplies land-based and online casino games to operators across the globe.
