FAQs
What is the focus of the Development Director - Open World role?
The focus of the role is to provide operational leadership for the Quality Verification department within the context of developing an Open World game at Electronic Arts, emphasizing software and game quality.
What are the primary responsibilities associated with this position?
The primary responsibilities include managing planning in all development stages, scope and capacity management, risk management and reporting, guiding decision-making processes, improving operational effectiveness, and managing change effectively.
What are the expectations for people management in this role?
Expectations include mentoring and supporting other leaders, identifying resourcing needs, coordinating talent management, monitoring talent skill mix, and promoting a culture of diversity and inclusion.
What experience is required for this position?
A candidate should have 3+ years of applicable Open World games work experience, 5+ years of project management or team leadership experience, 3+ years of managing people, including managers, and 3+ years of leading and growing teams in Open World game development.
What educational background is required for this role?
A University Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience is required for this role.
What skills are emphasized for success in this position?
Essential skills include excellent stakeholder management, understanding of software quality assurance, and software development lifecycle practices.
Is there a specific location for this job?
The job is based at Electronic Arts, and compensation varies depending on geographic location, with specific salary ranges listed for California, New York, Jersey City, Colorado, Washington, and British Columbia.
What is the salary range for this position?
The salary ranges vary by location, for example, in California, it ranges from $140,700 to $204,700 USD annually, while in New York it ranges from $125,300 to $204,700 USD annually.
What benefits do we offer to employees in this role?
Benefits include paid time off, sick time, paid company holidays, parental leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) for regular full-time employees, with potential for bonuses and equity in some roles.
Is there support for new parents?
Yes, we offer up to 10 weeks of paid time off to bond with a baby, as well as paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits for parental leaves.