Blizzard Entertainment in
Senior Technical Producer, Systems - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA
Blizzard Entertainment in, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Overview
Senior Technical Producer, Systems - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA (Finance) Team Name:
Unannounced Project Job Title:
Senior Technical Producer, Systems - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA Requisition ID:
R026228 Job Description: We Want You At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share. Through unparalleled creativity and storytelling, we create immersive universes and iconic characters that are beloved across platforms, borders, backgrounds, and generations - only made possible by building a work environment that cultivates the artistry of game development and unleashes the aspirations of our people. As a Senior Technical Producer for Systems, you will leverage your production craft mastery and technical expertise to lead the delivery of AAA gameplay systems for a new unannounced Blizzard game. When particularly hard problems arise, you will draw upon your diverse experience and the collective creativity of the groups you support to remove blockers and produce a Blizzard-worthy game. This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is Irvine, CA.
Responsibilities
Partner with the gameplay technical director to create a strategic roadmap for the delivery of AAA gameplay systems across the project.
Execute a repeatable process for planning and delivery of gameplay systems in close partnership with cross-discipline teams.
Produc e multiple cross-discipline gameplay systems teams, empowering them to deliver against annual, quarterly, and sprint goals.
Drive the definition and engagement of a list of key collaborators for the gameplay systems teams, ensuring their feedback empowers an iterative loop of continuous improvement.
Facilitate team ceremonies, applying agile methodologies such as standups, sprint/milestone planning and reviews, playtests, and vision-setting.
Proactively identify gaps, blockers, and bottlenecks that may prevent the team from achieving their goals in a timely manner.
Exemplify reliability, accountability, and professionalism in all work-related interactions.
Minimum Requirements Experience
5+ years of AAA game development experience in a production role.
Must have shipped at least one AAA game as a senior producer, producer, or equivalent role.
Experience supporting gameplay teams to deliver in-game world systems at AAA scale and quality.
Experience working with different project management methodologies (i.e. Sprint, Agile, Kanban) and can identify which methodology is best suited for the different needs of the project.
Knowledge & Skills
Familiarity with game systems pipelines, workflows, and the requirements to deliver at AAA scale.
Strong product approach, passionate about delivering an extraordinary experience to our players.
Ability to work under stress and help your team members navigate various challenges and achieve positive results.
Strong prioritization skills, both for your own work and for the team.
Persistent self-motivation, self-organization, optimism, and initiative.
Calm and deliberate within a highly dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Up to date with the razor's edge of industry trends including new game genres, new game development methodologies, and emergent technology.
Experience using JIRA and Confluence.
Your Platform Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, and StarCraft®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft, is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry's most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net®, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
Our World Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush®, and Bubble Witch®. Our network reaches hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us one of the largest gaming networks on the planet.
We value diverse teams and an inclusive environment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for "Every World". We may change duties or responsibilities to support the business as needed.
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:
Medical, dental, vision, health accounts, life and disability insurance;
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, parental leave, and other leaves;
Mental health and wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and other voluntary benefits;
Relocation assistance if required.
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part-time and temporary employees. Learn more at benefits page.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $80,800.00 - $149,400.00 annually. The offer will be based on experience, performance, and location. Incentive compensation may apply but is not guaranteed.
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Senior Technical Producer, Systems - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA (Finance) Team Name:
Unannounced Project Job Title:
Senior Technical Producer, Systems - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA Requisition ID:
R026228 Job Description: We Want You At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share. Through unparalleled creativity and storytelling, we create immersive universes and iconic characters that are beloved across platforms, borders, backgrounds, and generations - only made possible by building a work environment that cultivates the artistry of game development and unleashes the aspirations of our people. As a Senior Technical Producer for Systems, you will leverage your production craft mastery and technical expertise to lead the delivery of AAA gameplay systems for a new unannounced Blizzard game. When particularly hard problems arise, you will draw upon your diverse experience and the collective creativity of the groups you support to remove blockers and produce a Blizzard-worthy game. This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is Irvine, CA.
Responsibilities
Partner with the gameplay technical director to create a strategic roadmap for the delivery of AAA gameplay systems across the project.
Execute a repeatable process for planning and delivery of gameplay systems in close partnership with cross-discipline teams.
Produc e multiple cross-discipline gameplay systems teams, empowering them to deliver against annual, quarterly, and sprint goals.
Drive the definition and engagement of a list of key collaborators for the gameplay systems teams, ensuring their feedback empowers an iterative loop of continuous improvement.
Facilitate team ceremonies, applying agile methodologies such as standups, sprint/milestone planning and reviews, playtests, and vision-setting.
Proactively identify gaps, blockers, and bottlenecks that may prevent the team from achieving their goals in a timely manner.
Exemplify reliability, accountability, and professionalism in all work-related interactions.
Minimum Requirements Experience
5+ years of AAA game development experience in a production role.
Must have shipped at least one AAA game as a senior producer, producer, or equivalent role.
Experience supporting gameplay teams to deliver in-game world systems at AAA scale and quality.
Experience working with different project management methodologies (i.e. Sprint, Agile, Kanban) and can identify which methodology is best suited for the different needs of the project.
Knowledge & Skills
Familiarity with game systems pipelines, workflows, and the requirements to deliver at AAA scale.
Strong product approach, passionate about delivering an extraordinary experience to our players.
Ability to work under stress and help your team members navigate various challenges and achieve positive results.
Strong prioritization skills, both for your own work and for the team.
Persistent self-motivation, self-organization, optimism, and initiative.
Calm and deliberate within a highly dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Up to date with the razor's edge of industry trends including new game genres, new game development methodologies, and emergent technology.
Experience using JIRA and Confluence.
Your Platform Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, and StarCraft®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft, is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry's most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net®, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
Our World Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush®, and Bubble Witch®. Our network reaches hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us one of the largest gaming networks on the planet.
We value diverse teams and an inclusive environment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for "Every World". We may change duties or responsibilities to support the business as needed.
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:
Medical, dental, vision, health accounts, life and disability insurance;
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, parental leave, and other leaves;
Mental health and wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and other voluntary benefits;
Relocation assistance if required.
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part-time and temporary employees. Learn more at benefits page.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $80,800.00 - $149,400.00 annually. The offer will be based on experience, performance, and location. Incentive compensation may apply but is not guaranteed.
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