Development Director I

Electronic Arts; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company seeks a Project Manager for their FC Mobile team in Kuala Lumpur. Responsibilities include managing project schedules, budget oversight, and team coordination. Candidates should have over 5 years of project management experience and familiarity with SCRUM/AGILE methodologies. The ideal applicant will possess a degree in Computer Science, leadership experience, and proficiency in English, with additional language skills being a plus. The role is onsite in Kuala Lumpur, with competitive benefits and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Mental well-being support

Paid time off

Complimentary games

Retirement savings

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience required.
• 3+ years in a leadership position preferred.
• Experience with SCRUM/AGILE processes necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage project schedule and team coordination.
• Oversee budget management for various projects.
• Organize team roles and evaluate performance.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

SCRUM/AGILE

Mobile Development

B2C Project Exposure

English proficiency

Chinese Mandarin fluency

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

PMP Certification

Job description

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.

EA SPORTS™ FC Mobile is the world's most played football game on the mobile platform, serving millions of players from all around the world. We are excited to open a brand-new chapter on our journey with the establishment of the Kuala Lumpur EA FC Mobile Team which will become an necessary part of the global EA FC Mobile development team.

We are looking for a Project Manager for our FC Mobile team in Kuala Lumpur. You will manage a variety of disciplines including artists, designers, software engineers, QA, and other production staff. You are the keeper of the project schedule and help move the development team from one project phase to the next while ensuring quality, collaboration and communication. You will become an important point contact of FC Mobile team in Kuala Lumpur, for both internal and external partners. You will partner with live producers and leads in different territories to ensure the project is managed on time, to quality and within budget. You will also establish the project development structure, guide the project team, and develop the project roadmap/schedule with estimation of the scope of work. You will report to the Studio Development Director.

Position: Project Manager

Location & work model: Onsite in Kuala Lumpur

Responsibilities

• Determine the resource plan to meet the product requirements
• Implement and monitor the cycle of each development process
• Produce milestone reports and ensure deliverables
• Manage budget for procurement, travel and outsourcing
• Find and address risks during the whole project cycle
• Communicate to project partners, including overseas partners, on status updates, resources, schedule, dependencies, risks and processes
• Organize team roles and evaluate team performance with functional leads
• Help with new employee onboarding program, and ensure equipment, tools and support are provided for team members
• Provide input for departmental planning (e.g., resource planning, cost estimates)

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of Project Management experience
• 3 years of leadership experience (line management)
• Experience with the Software Development Lifecycle using SCRUM/AGILE
• Experience in B2C Project Exposure
• Experience with Mobile Development and experience in a Live-Ops/Live Service environment
• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• PMP Certification an asset
• Proficiency in English – both verbally and written
• Chinese Mandarin fluency is plus

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential to creating space for learning and experimentation, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well‑being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.