David Hynd

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Vice President Of Technology at Rockstar Games

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Overview

David Hynd is the Vice President of Technology at Rockstar Games, a role culminating from years of technical leadership on some of the industrys biggest titles, including "Red Dead Redemption 2" and "Grand Theft Auto V". His expertise spans C++, AI systems, and open-world game development, underpinned by a Computer Games Technology degree from Abertay University.

Personality Overview

Curious

Assertive

Example Seeker

They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.

Topics They Care About

Open-World Gameplay
He has been a key technical leader on iconic open-world franchises like Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption for over a decade.
AI & Animation Systems
A core specialty listed in his profile and a focus of his previous Technical Director roles at Rockstar Games.
Game Engine Technology
As VP of Technology, he oversees the complex engineering behind Rockstar's games, with past experience using UnrealEngine and CryEngine.

Media Appearances

David has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2022
Vice President Of Technology at Rockstar Games
3-2019 - 1-2022
Associate Director of Technology & Technical Director: AI/Gameplay at Rockstar Games
11-2018 - 1-2022
Technical Director: AI/Gameplay at Rockstar Games
6-2014 - 11-2018
Lead Programmer at Rockstar Games
1-2012 - 6-2014
Senior Programmer at Rockstar Games

Education

2002 - 2005
BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology from Abertay University
2000 - 2002
MEng Computer and Electronic Systems from University of Strathclyde

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Exp : 20 Location : Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Job Level : Senior Designation : Vice President Of Technology at Rockstar Games
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