Development Manager, Inclusive Design
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Requisition Number: 165863
Position Title: Contingent
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Development Manager ( 12 month contract)
Electronic Arts
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Electronic Arts Inc. is a global leader in interactive entertainment. We develop games, content, and online services across platforms. We have a broad portfolio of brands that span the most popular genres.
At EA, we believe in the power of Positive Play. Games are for everyone and we believe that Inclusion transforms the player experience, and we want to make games that resonate with people around the world.
The IPeX team (Inclusive Player Experience), which is part of EA's Positive Play Group, exists in support of our developers by advocating for a more consistent, and deliberate effort for inclusion and diversity in our products and game development processes. By integrating Inclusive Design into the foundation of how we make games at EA, we aim to produce relatable content, and authentically represent players worldwide.
We are looking for an experienced Development Manager who wants to work with us to create games and characters that are as diverse as the communities we serve, uniting players around the world through the power of play.
As a Development Manager you oversee the teams daily tasks, time, and resources. You are also responsible for supporting the team by:
- Reporting to the Director of Inclusive Design & Product Development, you will manage the work intake, task tracking and reporting
- Provide support to grow and administer knowledge repositories.
- Help arrange workshops, newsletters, and creation of learning materials.
- Help manage communication and relationships with multiple partners within and outside of EA
- Identify and report risks and developing mitigations for them
- Resolve roadblocks for the team to allow them to make an impact.
- Guide continuous improvement of our processes through retrospectives
What you can expect from us
- A team that will support your growth and development.
- An opportunity to affect the development of games in a meaningful way
What we look for in applicants
- You are welcomed from any areas and backgrounds, such as Human-Computer Interaction, Sociology, Psychology, Cognitive science, Game design, etc.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills including presenting to large groups of individuals.
- Must be accomplished at building successful partnerships and collaboration.
- A passion for gaming, player communities and quality and a heart for inclusive design
Please apply online with a CV and cover letter in English
We look forward to receiving your application!
About EA At Electronic Arts, we exist to Inspire the World to Play. We
create extraordinary new game experiences for our millions of players
everywhere by bringing together accomplished people that combine
creativity, innovation, and passion. We know that our strength lies in the
diversity of our people. We immerse our employees into an inclusive culture
and provide opportunities for learning and leading that allow them to do the
most impactful and rewarding work of their careers.
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We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.
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About Electronic Arts
Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.
We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.
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.
Days Open: 57
Can this position be remote?: 1
EEO Employer Verbiage:
About Electronic Arts
Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.
We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.
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.