Senior Director of Engineering

We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, innovators and so much more. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

We are looking for a Senior Director of Engineering to create and lead the execution of the Software Quality and Technology Quality strategies for our ARPG (Cliffhanger, Bioware, Motive) Lifestyle (Maxis, Full Circle) and Mobile studios. You will report to the Head of Quality Verification for ARPG, Lifestyle & Mobile and be part of a dynamic team of leaders driving an important strategic pillar for EA. You will support a dynamic team of leaders supporting a diverse and global organization focused on ensuring that the quality of our titles exceeds our players’ expectations. Our team are integrated partners in the product development organizations, ensuring we meet the highest standards of Quality across every experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment and execution of the Software Quality and Technology strategies across multiple franchises, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards are met by all teams.

• Be a thought leader and Partner with the franchises’ technical leadership teams in the definition and evangelization of Upstream Quality practices, with specific focus on defect prevention mechanisms and emphasis on test automation adoption early in the development process.

• Champion a culture of excellence and continuous improvement by highlighting inefficiencies and leading programs to enhance processes and outputs.

• Create and grow the ARPG, Lifestyle & Mobile Software Quality & Technology organization, harmonizing engineering and testing disciplines in the software quality domain by establishing an effective organizational structure along with planning, communication and reporting mechanisms.

• Lead the establishment and ensure the delivery of objectives across multiple disciplines (QA, QE, analytics) with focus on value for our Franchises and EA.

• Be accountable for the identification, analysis, and resolution of risks within the Software Quality & Technology domains for the games in our portfolio.

• Be leader across EA Quality Verification globally partnering with other leaders to drive forward Software Quality practices and improvements.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of proven experience leading execution and delivery of complex software engineering projects in the space of digital entertainment.

• Experience driving software quality development practices and passion for software quality and development best practices.

• Have led global organizations and driven success through other leaders

• Proven expertise in directing project execution with geographically distributed teams, adeptly navigating varied time zones and cultural dynamics.

• Strong influencing skills and proven record as a change agent

• Excel at being autonomous in synergy with the team's leadership mindset and expectations.

If you are passionate about driving excellence at the intersection of engineering and analytics, we want to hear from you: join us in building the next generation of interactive entertainment that delights our players.

BC COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The base salary ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these locations. If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the base salary range and benefits for your specific location. EA has listed the base salary ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting. Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.

BASE SALARY RANGES

• British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria): º $193,600 - $271,700 CAN Annually

Base salary is just one part of the overall compensation at EA. We also offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.

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.