Development Director - Electronic Arts
Orlando, FL 32801
About the Job
Requisition Number:
184522
Position Title:
DD I
External Description:
Development Director I (Game Creation Engineering)
Electronic Arts Inc
is a global leader in interactive entertainment
We
develop and deliver games, content and online services across platforms
We
have a broad portfolio of brands that span the most popular genres.
We exist to Inspire the World to Play
We create extraordinary new game
experiences for our millions of players everywhere by bringing together
accomplished people that combine creativity, innovation, and passion
We
immerse our employees into an inclusive culture and provide opportunities
for learning and leading that allow our employees to do the most impactful
and rewarding work of their careers
Join us in driving the next revolution in
games.
The Challenge Ahead
This role in the Game Creation Engineering team reports to a Sr
Development Director
It is a key role in the Game Creation Engineering
team and offers a recognized expert the opportunity to lead the
development of a portfolio of enterprise-wide solutions in support of
Application Lifecycle Management for EA’s video games and central services
teams.
You will be involved in all aspects of enterprise software development
working closely and hands on with the development team as well as other
teams as part of Agile run projects to deliver the best quality game
development solutions.
As a Development Director (DD), you’ll be primarily driving collaboration in
planning and execution on our cross-functional game development
applications across the entire EA organization
You will be managing a
partnership with other development leaders and managers.
This is a role that
involves a high level of interaction with team members, peers, and
development leadership
DD’s focus on outcomes, solving problems, and
making things work (or work better)
You’ll be accountable for leading the
team to meet milestones and quality targets, creating and improving
processes, coordinating with support departments across the company,
tracking and resolving issues, and seeking out opportunities for Continuous
Service Improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, retrospectives, backlog
refinement) and enhance Agile development practices within the team
Oversee team deliveries, including managing risks, dependencies, and
critical paths
Coordinate tasks across diverse internal and external teams, spanning
multiple locations, time zones, and cultures
Improve operational effectiveness of team effort by assessing current
practices, incorporating new strategies, and increasing predictability
Work with the Product Management team to lock down requirements
and specifications
Able to initiate or implement development process improvements to
achieve efficiencies and to act as a change agent for process
improvements
Effectivity monitor and adjust capacity plans
Effectively report progress and status through email or face to face
with leads/managers
Required Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication and possess strong
emotional intelligence skills
Ability to think outside the box in a challenging and ambiguous
environment
5+ years Project Management or Project Lead experience
2+ Experience in a Scrum / Agile software development environment
In-depth knowledge of software development operations
Ability to plan and execute change through a formalized change
management process
Undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Information
Technology or equivalent domain
Experience with Jira a plus
US COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The base salary ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these states
If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the base salary range and benefits for your specific location
EA has listed the base salary ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting
Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs
BASE SALARY RANGES
• California (depending on location e.g
Los Angeles vs
Sacramento):
º $140,700 - $204,700 USD Annually
• New York (depending on location e.g
Manhattan vs
Buffalo):
º $125,300 - $204,700 USD Annually
• Jersey City, NJ :
º $164,800 - $204,700 USD Annually
• Colorado (depending on location e.g
Denver vs
Colorado Springs):
º $131,000 - $174,800 USD Annually
• Washington (depending on location e.g
Seattle vs
Spokane):
º $125,300 - $198,100 USD Annually
Base salary is just one part of the overall compensation at EA
We also offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees
Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.
City:State:Community / Marketing Title:
Development Director
Company Profile: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.EEOText:About Electronic ArtsEverything we do is designed to inspire the world to play
Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us
We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.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.Days Open:
91
Can this position be remote?:
1
EEO Employer Verbiage:About Electronic ArtsWe’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 take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much 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.
184522
Position Title:
DD I
External Description:
Development Director I (Game Creation Engineering)
Electronic Arts Inc
is a global leader in interactive entertainment
We
develop and deliver games, content and online services across platforms
We
have a broad portfolio of brands that span the most popular genres.
We exist to Inspire the World to Play
We create extraordinary new game
experiences for our millions of players everywhere by bringing together
accomplished people that combine creativity, innovation, and passion
We
immerse our employees into an inclusive culture and provide opportunities
for learning and leading that allow our employees to do the most impactful
and rewarding work of their careers
Join us in driving the next revolution in
games.
The Challenge Ahead
This role in the Game Creation Engineering team reports to a Sr
Development Director
It is a key role in the Game Creation Engineering
team and offers a recognized expert the opportunity to lead the
development of a portfolio of enterprise-wide solutions in support of
Application Lifecycle Management for EA’s video games and central services
teams.
You will be involved in all aspects of enterprise software development
working closely and hands on with the development team as well as other
teams as part of Agile run projects to deliver the best quality game
development solutions.
As a Development Director (DD), you’ll be primarily driving collaboration in
planning and execution on our cross-functional game development
applications across the entire EA organization
You will be managing a
partnership with other development leaders and managers.
This is a role that
involves a high level of interaction with team members, peers, and
development leadership
DD’s focus on outcomes, solving problems, and
making things work (or work better)
You’ll be accountable for leading the
team to meet milestones and quality targets, creating and improving
processes, coordinating with support departments across the company,
tracking and resolving issues, and seeking out opportunities for Continuous
Service Improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, retrospectives, backlog
refinement) and enhance Agile development practices within the team
Oversee team deliveries, including managing risks, dependencies, and
critical paths
Coordinate tasks across diverse internal and external teams, spanning
multiple locations, time zones, and cultures
Improve operational effectiveness of team effort by assessing current
practices, incorporating new strategies, and increasing predictability
Work with the Product Management team to lock down requirements
and specifications
Able to initiate or implement development process improvements to
achieve efficiencies and to act as a change agent for process
improvements
Effectivity monitor and adjust capacity plans
Effectively report progress and status through email or face to face
with leads/managers
Required Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication and possess strong
emotional intelligence skills
Ability to think outside the box in a challenging and ambiguous
environment
5+ years Project Management or Project Lead experience
2+ Experience in a Scrum / Agile software development environment
In-depth knowledge of software development operations
Ability to plan and execute change through a formalized change
management process
Undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Information
Technology or equivalent domain
Experience with Jira a plus
US COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The base salary ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these states
If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the base salary range and benefits for your specific location
EA has listed the base salary ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting
Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs
BASE SALARY RANGES
• California (depending on location e.g
Los Angeles vs
Sacramento):
º $140,700 - $204,700 USD Annually
• New York (depending on location e.g
Manhattan vs
Buffalo):
º $125,300 - $204,700 USD Annually
• Jersey City, NJ :
º $164,800 - $204,700 USD Annually
• Colorado (depending on location e.g
Denver vs
Colorado Springs):
º $131,000 - $174,800 USD Annually
• Washington (depending on location e.g
Seattle vs
Spokane):
º $125,300 - $198,100 USD Annually
Base salary is just one part of the overall compensation at EA
We also offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees
Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.
City:State:Community / Marketing Title:
Development Director
Company Profile: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.EEOText:About Electronic ArtsEverything we do is designed to inspire the world to play
Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us
We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.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.Days Open:
91
Can this position be remote?:
1
EEO Employer Verbiage:About Electronic ArtsWe’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 take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much 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.
Source : Electronic Arts