Game Development Leader

4 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Zynga Full time

Game Development Leader Opportunity

We are seeking a seasoned Game Development Leader to join our team at Zynga. As an Executive Producer, you will be instrumental in creating and executing the plan to launch a new game and driving its commercial success.

Main Responsibilities

  • Work with your key reports to create an organizational structure, processes, and project plan that allow the team to produce high-quality work efficiently on time and on budget.
  • Collaborate with multiple teams and partners to proactively achieve results and outcomes.
  • Articulate goals and team principles to foster a stimulating and fun work environment and culture.
  • Identify and guide the team around potential hazards that arise during the game development process.
  • Help define and set best practices and ensure they are communicated across the team.
  • Navigate all stages of the development process with the game team.
  • Build and strengthen communication between teams and locations.
  • Own the quality of the product and be the player advocate to the team.
  • Foster a positive culture.
  • Effectively communicate the core experience of your game to other parts of the Zynga organization.

Desired Skills and Experience

  • 10+ years of experience leading and guiding multidisciplinary teams through all stages of development with at least 2 games shipped as Executive Producer, Development Director, or Game Director. Mobile experience preferred.
  • Understand how to lead multi-disciplinary teams to create and grow great games.
  • Extensive knowledge of and fluency in the game development process.
  • Able to motivate, support, and guide others to attain successful outcomes and business objectives.
  • Experience with various project management tools. Jira a plus.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Strong analytical skills, along with a keen attention to detail.
  • Problem solver.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary, bonus plan, and ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
  • 401K Company Match Contribution (US)
  • RRSP/DPSP company match contribution (Canada)
  • Health coverage, dental, disability, critical illness, EAP, and life insurance (Canada)
  • Medical, dental, vision, EAP, life insurance, and disability benefits (US)
  • Virtual mental health and neurodiversity support programs
  • Global Fitness reimbursement program
  • Global Wellbeing Program
  • Financial wellness program with unlimited access to certified financial planners
  • Discretionary Time Off policy for many employees
  • Family planning support program
  • Generous paid parental, pregnancy-related disability, caregiver, and compassionate leaves
  • Subsidized Back-up child care (US)
  • Zynga happy hours and frequent employee events
  • Flexible working hours on many teams
  • Culture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groups
  • Work with cool people and impact millions of daily players

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