CTO

Plummy Games, fast-growing mobile gaming company that developed Star Merge game, a remarkable success and genre leader in the mobile gaming world, is seeking an experienced CTO to join our dynamic team.

With our headquarters in Estonia, an R&D hub in Moldova, and a team of top-tier professionals spanning seven countries, Plummy Games is a global leader in mobile gaming innovation. We’re looking for a visionary CTO to spearhead our technical strategy, lead innovation, and ensure seamless game delivery.
If you’re passionate about gaming, technology, and driving success in a thriving industry, this is your chance to make an impact!

What are you working on?

• The name of the project(s): Star Merge
• At what stage of the project(s)? Soft-launch
• Genres: Adventure, Puzzle, Casual
• Platforms: Mobile, iOS, Android

For which tasks (responsibilities)?

Technical Strategy and Vision:

• Develop and execute the company’s technology strategy, aligning it with the broader business goals and future product roadmaps.

• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies and industry trends to maintain a competitive edge in the mobile gaming market.

• Collaborate with leadership to ensure technical initiatives align with company growth, scalability, and user experience objectives.

Product and Platform Development:

• Oversee the entire development lifecycle of mobile games, including design, coding, testing, and deployment.

• Ensure high standards of coding practices and quality across teams, including implementing code reviews, testing protocols, and QA procedures.

• Collaborate with Product, Design, and LiveOps teams to ensure efficient and timely delivery of game features and updates.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of engineers, developers, and data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Identify talent gaps, recruit top technical talent, and establish robust onboarding and professional development programs.

• Facilitate knowledge sharing and technical growth opportunities within the engineering team to keep skills current with the latest industry standards.

Infrastructure and Operations:

• Oversee the architecture and maintenance of back-end infrastructure, ensuring reliability, scalability, and high performance across all gaming applications.

• Implement best practices in DevOps, including CI/CD, automated testing, and cloud-based deployments (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud).

• Manage data security, privacy, and compliance standards, particularly around player data and payment processing, ensuring alignment with GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations.

Data-Driven Decision Making:

• Use data analytics to drive player insights, user retention strategies, and monetization optimization.

• Oversee data infrastructure, including data warehousing, ETL processes, and real-time analytics systems to support product and business intelligence needs.

• Collaborate with the data team to create predictive models, refine in-game mechanics, and support A/B testing for LiveOps initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement and Cross-Department Collaboration:

• Partner with the CEO and executive team to communicate the company’s technical vision and roadmap.

• Act as the key technical spokesperson, engaging with stakeholders, investors, and industry peers to present the company’s technology leadership and innovation.

• Work closely with Marketing, Product, and Customer Support to ensure cohesive delivery of game updates and to support user acquisition and retention goals.

What kind of professional are we looking for?

• 10+ years of experience in technology leadership roles, with at least 5 years in the mobile gaming industry.

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent experience in relevant fields is also acceptable.

• Deep understanding of mobile game development technologies (Unity, cocos2dx, custom game engine), cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP), data analytics, and game monetization strategies.

• Proven track record in building, leading, and mentoring diverse technical teams in a fast-paced, iterative development environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for using data to drive decision-making.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal. 

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Game Design Principles: Understanding of core gameplay loops, user experience, and game economy mechanics.

• Experience with LiveOps: Familiarity with LiveOps systems and in-game events to drive engagement and retention.

• AI & ML Knowledge: Experience with implementing AI/ML algorithms for player behavior prediction, personalization, or automated testing.
  

What are the conditions and bonuses?

• We can offer full-time contract of employment in Estonia;

• For Chisinau Office employees: full social package, and medical assurance according to IT Park Moldova;

• Competitive salaries, reviewed on a timely basis, or personal achievements and involvement in the project;

• 5 sick days, 28 calendar days of vacation;

• Working in a team of talented and passionate professionals, with the ability for fast growth in professional terms;

• Five days full-time, flexible working hours;

• Possibility to work remotely.