We are looking for a highly talented, motivated, and experienced person to work with us on XDefiant, a new multiplatform online multiplayer action game based in our San Francisco studio. XDefiant is a free-to-play, fast-paced arena shooter that combines intense gunplay with personalized loadouts and specialized factions, as teams of gunfighters battle for domination.
Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Working with the Online Technical Director, you will help in managing delivery of the game’s online features including design, scope, planning, production, validation, quality assurance, and build delivery.
Create and maintain short and long term roadmaps with the online engineering team, and communicate these effectively to key stakeholders
Track and report progress of various features and ensure timely delivery
Manage the team's time efficiently by task prioritization, resource coordination, risk assessment and proactive problem solving
Coordinate thorough testing and quality assurance of technical features as they are delivered
Ensure technical validation is conducted at all stages of feature development
Develop, maintain and improve internal processes to support the online team and increase their efficiency
Run daily scrum standups for the online team, plan and track sprints, and create sprint retrospectives
Support the game's continuous development philosophy and help co-ordinate and prioritize fire fighting tasks across teams and team members
Apply leadership in motivating everyone to solve key technical issues, especially during time-sensitive situations
Qualifications
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Strong experience in production, project management or product management
Experience working directly with online engineering teams
Understanding of the various systems required to support an online multiplayer game (matchmaking, load tests, social/compliance, micro services, etc.)
Excellent project management skills
Good communication skills (spoken and written), and ability to communicate and understand technical details
Good leadership skills
Good knowledge of MS Office, Jira, and Confluence
An interest in technology, and the tools used to build video games
Additional Information
Additional information
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Employer HSA contribution to fully cover your deductible (with enrollment in a HSA eligible medical plan)
401k match
Paid vacation, holiday and wellness time
Fitness, physical challenge, and eSports competition reimbursements
Ginger emotional support app for you and your adult dependents with up to 10 sessions per year of video-based therapy and psychiatry services
Membership to One Medical
Rocket Lawyer online legal service membership
Paid parental leave
Paid time off to volunteer
Pawternity – paid time off to bond with a newly adopted pet
Sabbatical leave available after 5 years of employment
Access to all of the latest Ubisoft games for PC
Generous discount on new Ubisoft games
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guideline
MORE ABOUT US
Ubisoft is composed of over 21,000 talented people located in 45+ development studios and offices across the globe. With more than 80% of our teams dedicated to creation, Ubisoft is the biggest in-house creative force in the industry.
Ubisoft’s worldwide network of video game development studios and business offices work hand-in-hand each day to deliver rich and innovative gaming experiences that reflect the creativity and diversity of their teams. This cross-studio collaboration model means every team member has the opportunity to participate in challenging projects based on iconic brands including Assassin's Creed®, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege®, Tom Clancy's The Division®, For Honor®, Rabbids®, Rayman®, Watch Dogs®, Far Cry®, The Crew®, Just Dance® and more. Ubisoft is a global leader in the video games and entertainment software industry.
We are committed to enriching player’s lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. We create worlds where people can express themselves, explore and discover new possibilities.
Are you looking to work with enthusiastic experts who are tackling game-changing challenges in entertainment and beyond? At Ubisoft, we offer an open environment where bright ideas are given a chance to shine, and everyone is eager to share knowledge.
The San Francisco base salary range for this full-time position is $114,000 – $148,000. The base pay offered may vary based on a candidate’s geographic region, qualifications, skills and experience among other factors. Compensation details reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, stock options, or benefits.
Skills and competencies show up in different forms and can be based on different experiences, that's why we strongly encourage you to apply even though you may not have all the requirements listed above.
At Ubisoft, you can come as you are. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We’re committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences. Ubisoft is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our player community. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability status.
Take entertainment to the next level. Join us and create the unknown. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes submitted by staffing or placement agencies or recruiters.
