The Engineering Lead for the Gameplay Systems team at Mojang Studios will drive innovation and oversee a group of software engineers. This role focuses on building the platform that enables content creators to deliver diverse Minecraft gaming experiences. The Engineering Lead will be responsible for the technical direction, architecture, and delivery of core gameplay systems. Collaboration with various teams and fostering a healthy team culture will be key aspects of this position.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field and 6+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C++, Java, or JavaScript.
• 4+ years of experience developing game or entertainment technologies or native applications.
• 3+ years of people management experience with a passion for developing people.
• Proficient design, programming, and debugging knowledge.

• Grow a high performing team with a healthy culture based on trust.
• Own the technical strategy for the gameplay systems that your team supports.
• Lead by example and coach engineers to design elegant solutions.
• Foster collaboration with the team’s Product Manager and engineers.
• Communicate technical direction, decisions, and tradeoffs clearly across disciplines.

• Employees at Microsoft are often offered comprehensive, “world-class” benefits—including health and mental-wellness programs, competitive pay with bonuses and stock awards, and retirement/savings options. Time-off and flexibility are common, with generous vacation and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, and flexible work schedules, alongside learning support, employee resource groups, product discounts, and matching-gifts/volunteering programs. Specific benefits can vary by region.