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.
EA SPORTS FC Mobile Shanghai is a global team devoted to developing and operating a high-quality mobile football game experience. Our quest for creativity, respect for autonomy, and emphasis on collaboration are at the heart of our team culture, which empowers us to create high-quality games and experiences worldwide.
As a team, we are passionate, innovative, and open to possibilities. We learn from past experiences and strive for progress. We value team synergy and believe a relaxed working environment can yield better results. That's why we promote and support maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Reports to:Studio Development Director
Location: Shanghai, China

Main Responsibilities
Team & Project Management
• You will lead and manage the our Central Art Team, ensuring delivery of high-quality assets for feature and live teams.
• You will oversee end-to-end outsourcing processes, including vendor selection, onboarding, task assignment, quality reviews, and final delivery.
• You will align project schedules, priorities, and milestones with our company partners and external partners.
• You will monitor progress, identify risks, and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
Vendor & Partner Management
• Manage relationships with external art and our co-dev vendors, fostering strong, long-term partnerships.
• Establish clear communication channels, guidelines, and quality standards for vendors.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and feedback sessions with outsourcing partners.
Collaboration
• Work with producers, designers, engineers, and QA teams to integrate assets and features into the game build.
• Facilitate agreement between creative direction, technical feasibility, and production timelines.
People Management & Mentorship
• Oversee and mentor junior project managers, providing guidance on project tracking, risk management, and partner communication.
• Support team members' professional growth and performance development.
Process & Quality Control
• Develop and maintain production pipelines, workflows, and documentation to keep productivity and consistency.
• Review and approve art assets and co-development deliverables, ensuring they meet both creative and technical standards.
Qualifications & Requirements
• 5+ years of experience in project management within the game industry, with at least 2 years managing art teams and outsourcing vendors.
• Solid background in mobile game development, with an understanding of both creative and technical production processes.
• Experience managing co-development projects, including engineering deliverables.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin (both verbal and written).
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Asana) and asset tracking systems.
• Passion for games and understanding of current industry trends.
• Experience working with international teams across different time zones.
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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