Details on this music game are slim, but the job advert lists PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Wii as platforms. Ubisoft are probably looking at developing a title that will rival both Guitar Hero (Activision) and Rock Band (EA).
Here’s what the listing for technical director said:
Ubisoft Entertainment, a global leader in the video games and entertainment software industry, is currently seeking a full-time Technical Director. We are looking for a highly talented, motivated and experienced person to help guide the creation of an exciting new cross-platform music based game.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Under guidance of the lead programmer, be the technical expert and architect the technical design of the project
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Spearhead design and architecture of software, incorporating new technologies to best fit the needs of the project
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Perform design and code reviews
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Create and maintain technical design documents, document group processes and technologies
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Provide leadership/mentorship to the team, keeping project updated to the latest technical standards
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Oversee improvements to tools and systems used by production team
Would you be happy to see Ubisoft move into the music segment of the video game industry?
We’ve contacted Ubisoft for comment, so expect more on this when we have it.
