Producer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Producer (Gamedev): Coordinating the development of game features and content across several cross-discipline and/or support teams through established phases of development with an accent on communication and project management skills, and a passion for making great games. Focus on roadmaps, data collection, and identifying individuals over capacity, ensuring sprint deliverables stay on track.

Location: Must be based in the USA

Salary: $60 - $60 USD hourly rate

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

What you will do

• Coordinate the development of game features and content across cross-discipline and support teams.
• Oversee the development roadmap and backlogs for features/teams, ensuring deliverables are on time and meet requirements.
• Be responsible for the scope and capacity of teams and identify outsourcing opportunities.
• Drive discussions on breaking down sprint goals, operating as a Sprint Planning Facilitator.
• Use project management tools to develop roadmaps, collect data, and identify when individuals are over capacity for the sprint.
• Identify impediments, risks, and blockers early, create mitigation plans, and communicate them to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate across disciplines and with stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Jira, workflows, backlog management, and reporting.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Confluence, and other project tracking and bug database software.
• Proficient with the use of agile and traditional waterfall production management techniques.
• Proactively seek improvements through process refinement, risk management, or personal growth.
• Significant industry experience with a proven track record of shipping titles in a production role for a large team of cross-discipline developers.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity.
• Eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.