Release Manager (Game Development)

TL;DR

Release Manager (Game Development): Managing multi-platform launches, patches, content updates, store submissions, and certification for a live-service hunting game with an accent on first-party compliance, release planning, and cross-functional coordination. Focus on driving submissions across console and PC platforms, securing feature approvals, handling age-rating requirements, and solving complex release issues throughout the game life cycle.

Location: Hybrid work in Stockholm, Sweden. Relocation assistance is not available.

Company

Game development and publishing organization creating and supporting multi-platform video games, including a live-service hunting title.

What you will do

• Manage submissions for patches, content, and store pages across Sony, Microsoft, Steam, Epic Games Store, and Nintendo platforms.
• Develop and maintain release plans and schedules with game team leads and product owners.
• Act as the primary liaison and technical contact between development teams and first-party platform partners.
• Coordinate Localization, User Research, Marketing, and Development teams to deliver timely, high-quality releases.
• Advise on platform compliance, best practices, feature approvals, and submission requirements.
• Manage age-rating certifications and submissions to global rating boards.

Requirements

• Background in release management with experience in first-party submission and delivery processes.
• Familiarity with first-party developer portals and requirements such as TRCs, XRs, and Lotcheck.
• Strong communication, ownership, organization, multitasking, and solution-oriented problem-solving skills.
• Passion for games and understanding of the full game life cycle, preferably including live-service games.
• Experience with tools such as JIRA, Asana, Miro, and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of CVAA, COPPA, GDPR, and similar guidelines.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative work across Publishing, Development, Localization, User Research, and Marketing.
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous patch and content releases for a live-service game.
• Autonomous role with emphasis on continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving.
• Hybrid work arrangement in Stockholm.
• Inclusive environment that values diverse opinions, different experiences, and willingness to learn.