Sr Development Director - Battlefield QV Delivery & Operations

Electronic Arts (EA); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in gaming is seeking a Senior Development Director for Battlefield QV Delivery & Operations. This role involves overseeing quality assurance, leading teams, and ensuring high standards are met. The ideal candidate will have extensive project management experience and a passion for gaming.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience in game development.
• Owned and delivered large-scale game projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic delivery of AAA Live Service for Battlefield.
• Proactively identify and solve project risks.
• Support and grow a robust team of QV Leaders.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Sr Development Director - Battlefield QV Delivery & Operations

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Role Overview

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

We are Battlefield Quality Verification (QV), an integral part of Electronic Arts, known for delivering the highest quality gaming experiences in the industry. We believe that phenomenal games start with diverse teams, mirroring the players and communities we serve.

We are seeking a Senior Development Director to lead North American Delivery QV for the Battlefield Franchise. You will report to the Head of Delivery & Operations for Battlefield QV as part of a dynamic team of Leaders driving an important strategic pillar for EA. You will support a diverse team focused on ensuring the quality of Battlefield exceeds players' expectations. Our team are integrated partners in the Battlefield product development organization, ensuring we meet the highest standards of Quality across every Battlefield experience.

Responsibilities

• The strategic delivery of a AAA Live Service ensuring timely delivery and quality standards are met by all teams
• Evolution, support and growth of a robust team of QV Leaders
• Proactively identifying, reporting and solving project risks
• Communication and reporting mechanisms in the context of Clarity and Actionable outcomes
• QV evolution focused on defect prevention/containment, test automation and effective collaboration as well as innovative solutions and initiatives
• Lead execution of objectives across multiple disciplines with focus on value for Battlefield
• Raise the bar for Delivery and a Leadership mindset across other leaders

Qualifications

• Owned and delivered game projects of large-scale and complexity.
• 10+ years of project management experience in a game development setting
• Experience leading project execution and communicating with senior leadership
• Experience navigating and coordinating across a variety of teams and organizations both locally and remote
• Experience operating autonomously and escalating when needed
• Excellent writing, analytical and communication skills to report project status
• Experience using metrics to identify and measure improvements
• Experience with Jira, Confluence and other project management tools
• PC and Console experience desirable

Compensation & Benefits

The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g., education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).

• British Columbia (depending on location e.g., Vancouver vs. Victoria): $160,200 - $229,100 CAD
• California (depending on location e.g., Los Angeles vs. Sacramento): $185,300 - $278,800 USD

In the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, insurance, and retirement plans. In British Columbia, benefits include vacation, sick days, parental top-up, health coverage, and retirement plans. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.

About EA

We’re proud of our extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations worldwide, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. Our environment fosters growth, learning, and innovation, supporting your potential and career development.

EA is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. We consider qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities.