Directeur.trice technique - Solutions de production de jeu / Technical Director - Game Production Solutions at Electronic Arts

Requisition Number: 184451 Position Title: Technical Director I External Description:« Pour visualiser la description de poste en français, veuillez sélectionner le français, "Select Language" dans le menu déroulant au haut de la page. »Who we areGame Production Solutions is a new division in Creative Technologies at Electronic Arts. In the Game Production Solutions group we build solutions for our customers (Game Teams / Creators). We empower game creators to make an outsized impact with our technology.Your work with usOur product that handles Build and Release and validation / submission solutions for game teams is called Skybuild. It is an important part of our portfolio, and we are looking for a Technical Director to lead this product. You will report to the Principal Technical Director overseeing this group, and will be the technical leader in this space.You will take a leadership role in managing this group, and will be accountable for both the technology strategy and the engineers working on the product.This position is for you if …You're keen on forging a career path in Build and Release and Cloud technology.You're willing to step beyond your comfort zone and face new challenges.You enjoy leading a team of Software Engineers, creating technical strategies, and leading architecture / design.Important ResponsibilitiesTeam Management: You will lead a dynamic team of Leads and Individual Contributors in Build and Release, promoting an atmosphere of innovation and collaboration.Partnerships: Collaborate with both Game and Technical team members within Creative Technologies (in partnership with our frontline service team) and our customers (game teams) to define goals and milestones.Solution Architecture: Work with Product Management, the Creative Technologies Leadership Team, and partners to design technical solutions that meet project requirements and schedules.Technical Decision-making: Use your expertise to arbitrate technical decisions for the engineering team, and articulate / define the WHAT, HOW, and (in partnership with Product Management) WHY for our technology roadmaps.Mentorship: Provide technical mentorship and guidance to the team, promoting an environment of learning and improvement.Quality Review: Review completed engineering deliverables before release, ensuring that they meet our standards of quality and reliability.Risk Management: Identify potential technical risks and manage them, implementing mitigation strategies.Broad Technical Understanding: Develop an understanding of EA's game technologies, engines, and strategies, ensuring that our development is aligned with EA's broader goals.QualificationsExperience working on large-scale Build and Release (example: a AAA game), or a large-scale collaborative platform (example: a DevOps platform).A comprehensive understanding of the CI / CD space.8+ years as a Software Developer, with increasing levels of responsibility.Experience working with public cloud infrastructure (one/more of AWS, GCP, or Azure).Proficiency in risk management, able to identify potential issues and create mitigation strategies.Comfortable working in a remote or hybrid environment.Willing to travel to meet with team members and partners in person.Bachelor's degree in one of Computer Science (or related technical field) or equivalent practical experience.Management skills required:3+ years of experience as a People Manager.Instil a culture that prioritises game teams as valued customers, ensuring their needs are met at the forefront of product delivery and the decision-making process.Mentor, coach, and aid in the development of team members.Set clear goals, and deliver them on time / at quality.Negotiate with partners, vendors, and customers (game teams / game creators.) Ceci ne s’applique pas au Québec. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The base salary ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these locations. If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the 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. Pay 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 $161,100 - $239,700 USD Annually • New York (depending on location e.g. Manhattan vs. Buffalo): º $142,900 - $239,700 USD Annually • Jersey City, NJ : º $187,400 - $239,700 USD Annually • Colorado (depending on location e.g. Denver vs. Colorado Springs): º $153,100 - $206,200 USD Annually • Washington (depending on location e.g. Seattle vs. Spokane): º $142,900 - $230,000 USD Annually • British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria): º $133,400 - $193,200 CAN Annually Base salary is just one part of the overall compensation at EA. In the US, we 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. For British Columbia, we offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity. City:State:Community / Marketing Title: Directeur.trice technique - Solutions de production de jeu / Technical Director - Game Production Solutions 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 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.Days Open: 116 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.