Development Manager - EA Sports FC

We are seeking a Development Manager to lead the art team for EA SPORTS FC, ensuring timely and budgeted delivery of game features and assets.

As a Development Manager, you will:

• Manage a team of artists, software engineers, and external partners
• Anticipate bottlenecks, prioritize projects, and balance needs with technical constraints
• Focus on team execution goals, identifying issues and suggesting solutions
• Ensure project setups meet studio specifications with regular status reporting
• Establish engagement processes using Jira to define workflows and train staff
• Collaborate with production, QV, and art directors to meet game quality targets

Requirements:

• 3+ years of project management experience with production lifecycles and processes
• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Computer Science, Game Development, Business, 3D Arts)
• Experience in a Scrum/Agile software development environment
• Proven track record using Jira and Jaas to manage projects
• Experience working with expansive teams, mediation, and conflict resolution
• Experience managing outsource vendors and remote teams is an asset

Electronic Arts supports a balanced life with wellness programs, including medical insurance, mental health support, retirement plans, paid time off, and free games.

We offer a hybrid work arrangement, with 3 days onsite (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) at EA Vancouver.