About Us: Founded in 1972, Atari is one of the world’s most iconic consumer brands and a pioneer in the video game industry, known for creating classics like Pong, Asteroids, and Centipede. Today, Atari Inc. continues to build on its legacy by developing games, hardware, and experiences that honor the past while driving innovation for the future.

Over the past two years, we've been building Atari India, a growing team that plays a critical role in supporting our global operations. We're proud of the team we've assembled so far, and we’re just getting started. As part of a lean, high-impact organization, the team in India works closely with colleagues in North America and Europe on projects that move the company forward. Whether you're helping launch a new game, keeping our infrastructure secure, or supporting day-to-day operations, your work here matters. Join us as we continue to grow Atari India and build the future of a legendary brand.

Position: Technical Architect - Game Development
Experience: 6+ years in game development with significant cross-platform experience
Location: Netaji Subhash Place, Pitampura, Delhi.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports to: Senior Director of Engineering

About the Role & Responsibilities

• Lead technical evaluation and assessment of game codebases across multiple projects
• Perform in-depth technical assessments of game codebases to identify architectural risks and
  long-term sustainability considerations
• Provide architectural guidance and technical recommendations for cross-platform game development initiatives
• Collaborate with development teams to improve code quality and development practices
• Analyze technical feasibility, potential risks, and architectural considerations for various game projects
• Partner with development teams to design and prepare tooling that supports game development and cross-platform initiatives
• Work with engineers, tech artists, producers, and designers to ensure technical excellence throughout the development lifecycle

Requirements

• Senior engineer or architect with deep expertise in cross-platform game development
• Strong technical foundation with ability to evaluate complex codebases and provide actionable recommendations 
• Comprehensive understanding of the game development lifecycle from concept through deployment
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with ability to work across diverse teams
• Strong proficiency in C++ and/or C# (depending on your engine focus)
• Understanding of build systems (CMake, Make, or similar)
• Hands-on experience with at least one major game engine (Unity, Unreal, or proprietary engines)
• Experience with code analysis tools and modern development best practices
• Experience with large or legacy game codebases

Bonus Points

• Familiarity with emerging technologies and tools in game development
• Exposure to AI-assisted tools (optional)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of multi-threading and memory management optimization
• Experience shipping games across multiple platforms (PC, console, mobile)
• Background in software architecture patterns and scalable development practices Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Proven track record with successful multi-platform game releases

Working Hours:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM