Development Director

Kinetic Games

Development Director leading day-to-day development execution of Phasmophobia at Kinetic Games. Collaborating with cross-discipline teams to drive project quality and clarity while reaching 1.0 release.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeSouthampton • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading cross-discipline teams to deliver high-quality AA/AAA PC/Console games, ensuring effective communication and operational efficiency throughout the development process.

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Development Director ExperienceExecutive Producer ExperienceGameplay Systems UnderstandingLeadership SkillsCross-Discipline Team Motivation

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Hard Skills

Game DevelopmentProject ManagementFeature DiscussionDesign ReviewPlaytesting

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationLeadershipDecision-Making

Industry Keywords

AA/AAA GamesPC GamesConsole GamesCreative CohesionQuality AssuranceCo-Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead day-to-day creative and development execution across design, engineering, art, audio, and QA
Make confident decisions on gameplay, systems, features, and player experience
Run design reviews, feature discussions, and playtests
Maintain creative cohesion and clarity across the project
Partner with the Lead Producer to balance quality, scope, and delivery
Drive the project's operational model and team structure
Ensure transparent communication across the leadership team
Support and align external partners to meet deadlines (e.g. platform ports, QA and localisation)

Requirements

What you’ll need

A strong track record as a Development Director or Executive Producer bringing at least one AA/AAA PC/Console game from concept to full release.
Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-discipline teams
Strong understanding of gameplay, systems, and player experience
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Comfortable executing an established vision rather than redefining it
Experience working with external or co-development teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Reward Package
Enhanced Employer Match Pension Scheme
Annual Bonus
Weekly Free Team Lunches
Regular Social Events
Hybrid & Flextime Working
Access to Southampton Football Club Tickets - subject to availability and sponsor allocation
Relocation Package (within the UK only)
Electric Vehicle Car Scheme
Employee of the Month Vouchers
Personal Wellbeing Allowance
Recruitment Referral Scheme
Training & Development Budget
Training & Career Development
Vitality Health Insurance
Aviva Life Insurance
30 days Holiday in Total
Christmas Studio Shutdown