Development Director I

Description & Requirements
Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

EA SPORTS FC Mobile is the world's most played football game on the mobile platform, serving millions of players from all around the world. We are excited to open a brand-new chapter on our journey with the establishment of the Kuala Lumpur EA FC Mobile Team which will become an necessary part of the global EA FC Mobile development team.

We are looking for a Project Manager for our FC Mobile team in Kuala Lumpur. You will manage a variety of disciplines including artists, designers, software engineers, QA, and other production staff. You are the keeper of the project schedule and help move the development team from one project phase to the next while ensuring quality, collaboration and communication. You will become an important point contact of FC Mobile team in Kuala Lumpur, for both internal and external partners. You will partner with live producers and leads in different territories to ensure the project is managed on time, to quality and within budget. You will also establish the project development structure and guide the project team, plus develop the project roadmap/schedule with estimation of the scope of work. You will report to the Studio Development Director

Position: Project Manager

Location & work model: Onsite in Kuala Lumpur

Responsibilities

• Determine the resource plan to meet the product requirements
• Implement and monitor the cycle of each development process
• Produce milestone report and ensure the deliverables
• Manage budget for procurement, travel and outsourcing
• Find and address risks during the whole project cycle
• Communicate to project partners including oversea partners on status update, resources, schedule, dependencies, risks and processes
• Organize team roles and evaluating team performance with function leads
• Help with new employee onboarding program, plus ensure equipment, tools and support are provided for team members
• Provide input for departmental planning (i.e. resource planning, cost estimates)

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of Project Management experience
• 3 years of leadership experience (line management)
• Experience with the Software Development Lifecycle using SCRUM/AGILE
• Experience in B2C Project Exposure
• Experience with Mobile Development and experience in a Live-Ops/Live Service environment
• You should include a Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• PMP Certification an asset
• Proficiency in English - both verbally and written
• Chinese Mandarin fluency is plus

About Electronic Arts
We're proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

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.