Senior Release Manager at Epic Games
New York, NY 10001
About the Job
WHAT MAKES US EPIC?At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people
Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment
Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users
We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.PRODUCTIONWhat We DoWhether it’s driving a vision from start to finish or collaborating with teams to inspire and deliver projects of Epic quality, Epic’s production teams take pride in consistently delivering world-class products and experiences.What You'll DoEpic Games is looking for a quality-focused Senior Release Manager to work closely with our producers, programmers, build programmers, and QA teams to oversee the build and release process for Fortnite
In this position, you will work directly with the brightest technical minds in the business as we build the premier game engine for a multitude of platforms.In this role, you willDeveloping new practices and structures to better scale release management and stabilization processes across our Fortnite ecosystemManaging a team of release managers, their tasking, and driving vision for team-sponsored initiatives.Own the scheduling, coordination, quality control and external certification process across multiple platforms and/or productsAct as the liaison between external partners (such as Sony, MSFT, Nintendo) and the development team, coordinating and negotiating development plans, exceptions, sales/marketing/publishing content, as well as releases
Know and own the process for submitting builds to external partners inside and out, and is the expert on all things related to external build certificationWork with the publishing and dev team to determine release content plans related to sales, giveaways, promotions, etc., and shepherd that content through external party approvals for release
Own the publishing tools verification process related to build certification and releaseWork closely with QA, Build Programmers, and Lead Programmers on monitoring the automated build and integration process to ensure correct build execution, and facilitate the resolution of build failures
Work with Build Programmers to understand and communicate the impact of branches and code mergesWorking closely with dev production, QA, and Live Ops teams on identifying and resolving risks related to releases
Coordinating internal and external release notes, known issues, and knowledge base updates
Ensuring releases have passed all required checks and approvals leading up to live deployment and effectively communicating approved exceptions to all necessary partiesWhat we're looking forProduction and people management/direct report experience with strong project management and communication skillsHappy to deal with ambiguity and take on new tasks when the team requires itDemonstrated ability in right-sized process development and improvementExperience with build and release processes for Software or Games as a Service productFamiliar with Perforce, Jira, GrafanaExperience working with database technologyExposure to platform certification processesTechnical orientation and a strong understanding of software developmentKnowledge of game development process and exposure to working with shipped and live titlesThis role is open to multiple locations in North America (excluding CA & WA).EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFEOur intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life
We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents
Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match
We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents
Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks
We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.New York City Base Pay Range$159,143—$233,409 USDABOUT USEpic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally
For over 25 years, we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before
Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design
As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer
Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement)
We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party
Further details on these matters can be found here.
Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment
Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users
We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.PRODUCTIONWhat We DoWhether it’s driving a vision from start to finish or collaborating with teams to inspire and deliver projects of Epic quality, Epic’s production teams take pride in consistently delivering world-class products and experiences.What You'll DoEpic Games is looking for a quality-focused Senior Release Manager to work closely with our producers, programmers, build programmers, and QA teams to oversee the build and release process for Fortnite
In this position, you will work directly with the brightest technical minds in the business as we build the premier game engine for a multitude of platforms.In this role, you willDeveloping new practices and structures to better scale release management and stabilization processes across our Fortnite ecosystemManaging a team of release managers, their tasking, and driving vision for team-sponsored initiatives.Own the scheduling, coordination, quality control and external certification process across multiple platforms and/or productsAct as the liaison between external partners (such as Sony, MSFT, Nintendo) and the development team, coordinating and negotiating development plans, exceptions, sales/marketing/publishing content, as well as releases
Know and own the process for submitting builds to external partners inside and out, and is the expert on all things related to external build certificationWork with the publishing and dev team to determine release content plans related to sales, giveaways, promotions, etc., and shepherd that content through external party approvals for release
Own the publishing tools verification process related to build certification and releaseWork closely with QA, Build Programmers, and Lead Programmers on monitoring the automated build and integration process to ensure correct build execution, and facilitate the resolution of build failures
Work with Build Programmers to understand and communicate the impact of branches and code mergesWorking closely with dev production, QA, and Live Ops teams on identifying and resolving risks related to releases
Coordinating internal and external release notes, known issues, and knowledge base updates
Ensuring releases have passed all required checks and approvals leading up to live deployment and effectively communicating approved exceptions to all necessary partiesWhat we're looking forProduction and people management/direct report experience with strong project management and communication skillsHappy to deal with ambiguity and take on new tasks when the team requires itDemonstrated ability in right-sized process development and improvementExperience with build and release processes for Software or Games as a Service productFamiliar with Perforce, Jira, GrafanaExperience working with database technologyExposure to platform certification processesTechnical orientation and a strong understanding of software developmentKnowledge of game development process and exposure to working with shipped and live titlesThis role is open to multiple locations in North America (excluding CA & WA).EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFEOur intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life
We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents
Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match
We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents
Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks
We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.New York City Base Pay Range$159,143—$233,409 USDABOUT USEpic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally
For over 25 years, we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before
Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design
As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer
Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement)
We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party
Further details on these matters can be found here.
