Company Description
Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!
Job Description
This position will be responsible for managing the budget, schedule and quality of the project. The role will also involve management of communication between various stakeholders, ensuring that resources are focused on the right areas to achieve the best possible product on time, within budget and to a high standard.
What you will do:Â
- Management of the full game product development cycle including concept, pre-production, production, approval, quality assurance, code release and localization by analyzing all project requirementsÂ
- Define the milestones schedule and content and validate delivered key milestones in relation to the objectives as well as maintaining a proper budget and resource allocation tableÂ
- Manage time efficiently by planning, task prioritization, resource coordination, risk assessment, and proactive problem solvingÂ
- Work closely with the brand’s franchise team and align on project strategyÂ
- Identify all relevant project stakeholders by developing a communication planÂ
- Identify all relevant project risks developing plans for their mitigation and contingencyÂ
- Manage the production department, mentoring more junior team membersÂ
- Establish a vision and strategy for the development of better-quality games, and ensure that quality objectives are metÂ
- Define quality criteria for the production process like documentation and communication guidelines as well as for the product itself in close collaboration with the franchise teamÂ
- Identify, assess and, negotiate with external suppliers like 3D art or music suppliers in close collaboration with the franchise teamÂ
- Participate in studio initiatives beyond the projectÂ
Qualifications
What you bring:
- 7+ years’ experience in Production Management in the AAA space
- College or university degree
- Expert knowledge of project management methods in game development
- The ability to work with and as part of multiple teams, both internal and external
- Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as good instructional skills
- Excellent self-organization and self-motivation abilities
- Passion for the games industryÂ
What to send our way:
- Your CV, highlighting your education, experience and skillsÂ
- A cover letter including your earliest starting date, expected salary and why you would like to join us
Additional Information
What we offer:
- Relocation support:Â We offer financial support in form of a cash allowance and assistance with accommodation search and settle-in support via our relocation partner, for international candidates we offer visa assistanceÂ
- Ubisoft Blue Byte Academy:Â We offer multiple opportunities for you to discover your full potential and develop yourself in various areas. Guest speakers from the industry, workshops, and access to our training and development platform as well as to our in-house library
- Discounted and free games:Â Discount on employee game orders & free Ubisoft games on Ubisoft ConnectÂ
- Monthly Mobility Budget: 80€ per month that can be used on bicycle lease, parking spot rental or public transportation ticketÂ
- Up to 350€ childcare support per child per monthÂ
- Company Pension Scheme:Â We offer an attractive company pension schemeÂ
- Gym subsidy: We contribute 50% (up to a maximum amount of 25€) towards the monthly cost of a gym membership of your choiceÂ
- 26 days paid vacation per yearÂ
- Corporate Benefits web portal: Employee discount program for affiliated retailers, shops, and service providers
Ubisoft offers the same job opportunities to all, without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability, or age. Ubisoft ensures the development of an inclusive work environment which mirrors the diversity of our players’ community.
For further information, please check https://berlin.ubisoft.com.
Contract: PermanentWork flexibility: Office-based