Description
Electronic Arts creates incredible entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans worldwide. Here, everyone is part of the story, connected in a community that spans the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are welcomed, and ideas matter.
The EA SPORTS UFC franchise offers an electrifying spectacle and entertainment of MMA for over 20 million players globally. It delivers fluid and responsive mixed martial arts through inventive gameplay technology.
As a Development Manager - EA SPORTS™ UFC, you will report to a Development Director and ensure game feature delivery is on time and within budget. You will support and oversee the project schedule and manage the team to achieve a high standard. The team works hybrid/onsite in Vancouver, 3 days a week: Tuesday - Thursday.
Responsibilities
- Manage a development team consisting of Software Engineers, Animators, Artists, Producers, Designers, and QV.
- Provide project management support for your team, scheduling work in alignment with project goals, tracking dependencies, identifying and resolving risks, and facilitating prioritisation decisions.
- Collaborate with other project managers to resolve cross-team issues and improve project management processes.
- Ensure each project setup and progress aligns with leadership expectations, completing status reports at the required cadence.
- Establish processes to ensure all workflows are clearly defined, documented, and team members are engaged.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of Project Management or Project Lead Experience with production lifecycles, processes, and project planning.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, including Computer Science, Game Development, Business, or equivalent.
- Experience in a software development environment, including using tools such as Jira.
- Experience working with expansive teams with various skillsets, experience, and backgrounds.
- Familiarity with tools such as Miro, Slack, Excel, Google Sheets, and other project-tracking and reporting tools is an asset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including summarising complex information, communicating risks clearly, and tailoring messaging for different audiences.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities across different project timelines.
- Demonstrated ability to use generative AI productivity tools for daily workflow optimisation, early-stage ideation, rapid prototyping, with the ability to critically validate AI output and iterate effectively is an asset.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including physical, emotional, financial, professional, and community well-being support.
- Personalised packages to meet local needs, potentially including medical insurance, mental wellness support, pension plan, paid time off, family leave, free games, and more.