Lead Product Manager (Gameplay) - The Sims at Electronic Arts
Redwood City, CA 94061
About the Job
Requisition Number:184687Position Title:Sr Manager, Game Product ManagementExternal Description:Welcome to Maxis, home to tinkerers, craftspeople, & storytellers
Our drive is to inspire everyone to make a better world through creative play
As the developer of The Sims, we create games and experiences for millions of people around the world and are always looking for new ways to inspire our players
Maxis is a place where you can do what you love and help others grow while doing it; a place where your unique voice can be heard and seen
We put creativity and inclusivity at the core of our work and don't settle for seeing the world only as it is, but strive to build a world as it could be.You will be reporting to the Senior Director of Product Management .Location Hybrid: San Francisco, CA; Vancouver, BC; Austin, TX; Seattle, WAAs a Lead Product Manager with Maxis, you will be part of the team improving our gameplay updates
Be the PM lead for gameplay roadmap planning and ensure our gameplay updates and DLCs delight players and drive business success.Responsibilities:Generate insights that identify new opportunities for game expansions and increase business and player impact of new Sims 4 DLCs Collaborate with data, consumer insights, user research, and other teams to find qualitative and quantitative insights that improve the business performance and player satisfaction of gameplay features and updates Recommend and manage AB tests that improve the gameplay experienceWork with large data sets to analyze player behavior and recommend gameplay features that enhance the player experience Drive improvements to the Sims 4 gameplay roadmap process; Regularly refresh the backlog, use data to assess and evaluate opportunities, and with Design and Production, prioritize our future DLC and base game updates Collaborate with Commercial and Marketing leaders to review changes to our DLC go-to-market and promotional plans Lead Product Reviews and retrospectives that analyze previous gameplay releases and recommend changes to the roadmap based on learnings Qualifications:5-10 years Product Management experiencePrevious experience launching and optimizing gameplay features for a large title, particularly on PC and/or consolePrevious experience leading roadmap planning for a large title Analytical background; Experience turning data into actionable insightsHigh proficiency with Microsoft ExcelMBA, business, or software engineering backgroundPassion for games, especially Life Simulation gamesVisit us at: COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThe 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• British Columbia (depending on location e.g
Vancouver vs
Victoria):º $126,000 - $176,300 CAN Annually• California (depending on location e.g
Los Angeles vs
Sacramento):º $161,100 - $239,700 USD Annually• Washington (depending on location e.g
Seattle vs
Spokane):º $142,900 - $230,000 USD AnnuallyBase 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:Lead Product Manager (Gameplay) - The SimsCompany 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:50Can this position be remote?:0EEO 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.
Our drive is to inspire everyone to make a better world through creative play
As the developer of The Sims, we create games and experiences for millions of people around the world and are always looking for new ways to inspire our players
Maxis is a place where you can do what you love and help others grow while doing it; a place where your unique voice can be heard and seen
We put creativity and inclusivity at the core of our work and don't settle for seeing the world only as it is, but strive to build a world as it could be.You will be reporting to the Senior Director of Product Management .Location Hybrid: San Francisco, CA; Vancouver, BC; Austin, TX; Seattle, WAAs a Lead Product Manager with Maxis, you will be part of the team improving our gameplay updates
Be the PM lead for gameplay roadmap planning and ensure our gameplay updates and DLCs delight players and drive business success.Responsibilities:Generate insights that identify new opportunities for game expansions and increase business and player impact of new Sims 4 DLCs Collaborate with data, consumer insights, user research, and other teams to find qualitative and quantitative insights that improve the business performance and player satisfaction of gameplay features and updates Recommend and manage AB tests that improve the gameplay experienceWork with large data sets to analyze player behavior and recommend gameplay features that enhance the player experience Drive improvements to the Sims 4 gameplay roadmap process; Regularly refresh the backlog, use data to assess and evaluate opportunities, and with Design and Production, prioritize our future DLC and base game updates Collaborate with Commercial and Marketing leaders to review changes to our DLC go-to-market and promotional plans Lead Product Reviews and retrospectives that analyze previous gameplay releases and recommend changes to the roadmap based on learnings Qualifications:5-10 years Product Management experiencePrevious experience launching and optimizing gameplay features for a large title, particularly on PC and/or consolePrevious experience leading roadmap planning for a large title Analytical background; Experience turning data into actionable insightsHigh proficiency with Microsoft ExcelMBA, business, or software engineering backgroundPassion for games, especially Life Simulation gamesVisit us at: COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThe 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• British Columbia (depending on location e.g
Vancouver vs
Victoria):º $126,000 - $176,300 CAN Annually• California (depending on location e.g
Los Angeles vs
Sacramento):º $161,100 - $239,700 USD Annually• Washington (depending on location e.g
Seattle vs
Spokane):º $142,900 - $230,000 USD AnnuallyBase 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:Lead Product Manager (Gameplay) - The SimsCompany 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:50Can this position be remote?:0EEO 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.
