The Hearthstone team is seeking a talented, enthusiastic game producer to join us and our team!
We’re looking for a producer that is organized, possesses exceptional communication skills, and excels in project management. We value diverse voices and varied backgrounds and we're looking for individuals to help us build fun, compelling, and inclusive experiences for Hearthstone. Previous experience as a Hearthstone player is not a requirement for this role, however it is a plus.
COVID-19 Hiring Update: We’ve transitioned to a work-from-home model and we’re continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position. We understand each person’s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore possible interim options.
Responsibilities
Build, prioritize, and maintain the team’s backlog and roadmap based on input from the team, leadership, and stakeholders
Work daily with your team that includes Designers, Engineers, Artists, and QA Testers to bring new features to life for our players. This means running meetings, planning for team capacity, managing tasks, fostering team health, creating documentation, and removing obstacles
Support live issues, maintenance, bug triage, and improvements of live features
Coordinate feature and project releases with our Live Operations team
Network and collaborate with other teams within Hearthstone to co-build features and content
Represent the development team in publishing, commercial, customer support, and platform planning discussions
Identify risks, plan for mitigations, and communicate ongoing status on projects
Promote, contribute to, and participate in a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion
As a senior producer you’ll be expected to take on mentees from time to time as well as contribute back to the production discipline and process within the Hearthstone team
Requirements
3+ years of experience working on live software or services in a production, operations, or project management capacity
Strong foundation of software development and project management methodologies
Ability to build, track, and maintain complex roadmaps and schedules
History of delivering in a fast-paced software delivery pipeline
Highly self-motivated and accountable
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Pluses
Professional game industry experience on a live game
Prior experience in engineering or supporting engineering teams
Experienced Hearthstone player
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
Blizzard Entertainment is a global company committed to growing our employees along with the business. We offer generous benefits and perks with an eye on providing true work / life balance. We’ve worked hard to foster an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and training and opportunity for professional growth. Our people are everything. Our core values are real, and our mission has never changed. We are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Join us!
Blizzard Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
