Lead and manage the development process, from concept to release, ensuring that games are delivered on time and within budget.
Collaborate with development teams, primarily focused on engineering and QA, to define project goals and milestones.
Work with your key reports to create an organizational structure, processes, and project plan that allow the team to produce high quality work efficiently.
Create and maintain project budgets, allocate resources effectively, and track expenditures.
Manage relationships with external vendors and partners, if applicable.
Maintain a high level of quality throughout the development process, overseeing testing and ensuring that games meet our quality standards.
Identify potential risks and issues early in the development cycle and implement strategies to mitigate them.
Make data-driven decisions to optimize development processes and project outcomes.
Act as the central point of communication for the development team, providing regular updates to stakeholders and addressing any concerns or roadblocks.
Passionately articulate goals and team principles to help form a stimulating and fun work environment and culture.
Work closely with the Game Director to translate creative concepts into actionable development plans.
Ensure that the final product aligns with the vision and goals of the project.
Oversee the launch of games, coordinating marketing efforts and community engagement.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Senior/Lead Producer or Senior/Lead Tech Producer with a track record of successful game launches.
Demonstrated experience producing engineering and/or tools teams in a game development context.
Proven experience supporting core technology or engine teams including work on foundational systems, tech debt initiatives, or platform-level deliverables.
Proven ability to work across disciplines, managing deliverables and dependencies between engineering, art, design, and production simultaneously.
Strong understanding of SDLC and how it applies within an iterative game development environment.
Excellent project management skills, including hands-on experience with Jira, Confluence, and Google Suite.
Shipped at least one title on console and PC, with direct experience navigating platform requirements, certification pipelines, and first-party submission processes.
Strong experience working within Agile methodologies.
Effective communication and leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to bridge technical and creative teams.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, creative, and collaborative environment.
Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of player preferences and industry trends.