Release Manager

Company description:

Ubisoft is a global video game reference, with teams around the world that create original and memorable game experiences, from Assassin’s Creed to Rainbow Six to Just Dance and many others. We believe that diversity of viewpoints advances both players and teams. If you are passionate about innovation and want to push the boundaries of entertainment, join our adventure and help us create the unknown!

Job description:

We are currently seeking a full-time Release Manager for our Publishing Management department in San Francisco.

As a member of the headquarters production team, this person will report to the Publishing Management Manager. They will be responsible for delivering content for Ubisoft products to our distribution partners, including platform holders (Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, PC), the Ubisoft Connect PC platform, and digital retailers. They will also maintain daily relationships and communications with platform account management teams to ensure adherence to Ubisoft's publishing schedules.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the main point of contact between Ubisoft and our partners (Sony, Microsoft, etc.) for submissions and publishing
• Create submission and release schedules and communicate them to stakeholders
• Work in platform holder tools to create products, submit builds, track submissions and inform teams of any issues or bugs
• Communicate project status and organize relevant information for project teams
• Coordinate the content release cycle and ensure smooth, timely communication between parties
• Provide expert guidance to other teams on submission and publishing processes with platform holders
• Encourage adherence to internal deadlines for digital submissions and escalate identified risks

Qualifications:

• Intermediate experience with submission and publishing processes at Microsoft, Nintendo, Sony, Google, Amazon or PC
• Experience with Jira and Confluence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail- and process-oriented approach with strong organizational skills
• Strong project management skills, particularly related to the software development lifecycle
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize under tight deadlines

Additional information:

We adopt a hybrid working model that helps you stay connected with your team and aligned on company priorities while giving you the ability to maintain work-life balance. Note that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.

If you require a work permit, your eligibility may depend on your education and years of relevant work experience, as required by the government.

Skills and knowledge come in many forms and may be based on relevant experience, so we strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all listed requirements.

At Ubisoft, we encourage diversity in all its forms. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment for everyone. We know it is important for interviews to be comfortable; if you need accommodations, please let us know if we can do anything to facilitate the interview process.