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Karl Chandler

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Gameplay Engineering Director at Cloud Imperium Games
📍 Runcorn, England, United Kingdom

Karl is a Gameplay Engineering Director with 18 years of high-level experience in the gaming industry, specializing in gameplay and AI engineering. A graduate of the University of Lancashire and a certified Scrum Master, he excels at building long-term technical strategy. Colleagues describe him as a fantastic, strategic, and compassionate leader.

Outside of his directorial duties, Karl has a foundational passion for racing games, where his career began. He is invested in supporting talent within his professional network, frequently helping former colleagues find new opportunities. His interests also include the PlayStation gaming ecosystem.

He holds dual certifications as a Certified Scrum Product Owner and a Certified Scrum Master, blending elite technical leadership with expert agile management.

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Experience
18 Years
Current Role
Gameplay Engineering Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Runcorn, England, United Kingdom
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Game AI Engineering
His background is rooted in gameplay and game AI engineering, which he lists as a core part of his 18-year career in the industry.
Long-term Tech Strategy
He focuses on practical technical planning and building long-term strategy for efficiency and excellence, a theme echoed in multiple senior roles and recommendations.
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Career

Work history

2-2026
Gameplay Engineering Director
Cloud Imperium Games
1-2024 - 11-2025
Technical Director, Contraband
Avalanche Studios Group
10-2022 - 1-2024
Technical Director, Avalanche Studios Division
Avalanche Studios Group
7-2020 - 10-2022
Technical Director, Expansive Worlds Division
Avalanche Studios Group
11-2018 - 5-2020
Technical Game Director
Slightly Mad Studios
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Education
2004 - 2007
Bachelor of Science - BS
University of Lancashire
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