Development Director

Job Description

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.
Development Director - Slingshot Studio
What a Development Director Does at EA
Development Directors (DDs) work with their teams to build and maintain project plans and schedules to deliver on Slingshot Studio's strategic new product development or live service games. They play a vital role in successfully transitioning the team from one project phase to the next while ensuring a strong focus on quality, collaboration, and communication.
Development Director at Slingshot Studio, lead the charge in building prototypes and guiding the development team through the creation of games from scratch, ensuring alignment with strategic product roadmaps while maintaining a strong focus on quality, collaboration, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:
- Prototype and Game Development Leadership
- Lead the development of game prototypes, transforming concepts into playable experiences.
- Collaborate closely with Game Team Leadership to plan and execute live service operations, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
- Project Management and Execution
- Develop and maintain project plans and schedules, balancing scope and resources to meet strategic goals.
- Facilitate collaboration across disciplines, enhancing efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality.
- Identify systemic risks and implement corrective actions across multiple project cycles.
- Drive continuous process improvements, focusing on quality and efficiency.
- Communication and Collaboration
- Communicate clearly and intentionally with team members and external stakeholders.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships, fostering a positive impact on project completion.
- Ensure project documentation is current and accurately reflects the project's status.
- Leadership & People Management:
- Build and nurture a high-performing team, providing coaching and development opportunities.
- Maintain regular communication with project teams and coordinate with external partners.
Requirements:
- 5 to 8 years of project management or team leadership experience.
- Proven experience in a fast-paced mobile prototyping environment, with a track record of building games from scratch, preferably mid-core games targeted to the global audience.
- Strong ability to communicate visual and quality targets effectively.
- Solid foundation in project management frameworks and tools.
- Adaptability and iterative problem-solving skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Good to Have:
- Hands on experience in Unity Game Engine
The Perks:
- Hybrid work model.
- Modern office environment with a gaming area.
- Opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic industry.
About Electronic Arts
We're proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.
We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.
Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

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