Job Title: Technical Program Manager

Requisition ID: R006031

Job Description:
Your Platform

Activision Central Tech works to support our development studios and their titles. Comprising seven main teams, we have many specialties including big data, privacy and security, motion capture and animation pipeline technologies, graphics, build and infrastructure for studio development and data centers, optimization, systems programming and online services including matchmaking and networking. Central Tech is distributed globally with offices across the U.S., and in Canada, England, Ireland and Japan.

Most of our teams are composed of both engineering and research talent, allowing us to always have an eye on the future. Our talented engineers help with title development and provide valuable knowledge sharing between studios while our researchers are action-oriented and keep a strong connection with the needs of the game studios.

Central Tech is part of Activision. To learn more about us and our research, please visit us at https://research.activision.com/.

Your Mission
As aTechnical ProgramManageryou willbe responsiblefor executing criticalprojectand process management acrossseveralmission-critical engineeringefforts.You will beengaging with multiple teams of engineersand stakeholders, to help define, prioritize, and managethe build-out ofhigh-impact securitycapabilitieswithin both the engineering andgame securityoperations teams.

The TPM will overseeprojects from inception throughdelivery, engaging with stakeholders, tracking progress of key deliverables,ensuring project sprints are set for success;assisting in defining specificationsperformingsprintplanning andreviews;trackingand reportingprogress;and providing visibility to CTmanagement.

A concise understanding of the full softwareproduct development lifecycle,supported by a solid track record ofmanaging thedelivery of complextechnologysolutions,is essential to be successful in this role.

Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

•Responsible for full product development lifecycle, from gathering requirements,toprioritizing features, assisting engineers writing specifications, reviewing executionplansandensuringalignmentagainst strategic technology developmentgoals.
•Align technical requirements across multiple stakeholders.
•Develop project schedules and implementation plans.
•Manage backlog and drive recurring project updates (E.g.Teammeetings/ stand-ups, Post-mortems, Sprint Kick-offs)
•Balance resources across multiple projects already in flight.
•Ensure progress is accurately tracked throughout the duration of the project, identifyingroadblocksand escalating critical issues;Track velocity and highlightrisks.
•Provide regular timely and accurate reporting todepartment.
•Createwireframes, process flowdiagrams, UI mock-ups, and other documentation.
•Develop KPIs to track project timeliness and quality.

Player Profile

Minimum Requirements:
•5+ years of technical program management or similarexperience.
•Deep experience with each stage of software development lifecycle, from inception, design and implementation,through to QA anddeployment.
•Experience in practicing agile development practices, and strong working knowledge of a variety of project management techniques.
•Experience withprojectmanagementtoolssuch asAtlassianJIRA, Trello, Confluence,MSSharepoint, MS Project, Smartsheet, etc.
•Able toproactively navigate roadblockswith effective solutions, keeping projects moving efficiently.Can breakdown complex projects into manageablephased deliverables.
•Must be able to communicate concisely and effectively.

Extra Points:
•Experience in game development or game publishing environments.
•Familiarity with working as part of and alongside software engineering teams.
•Formal project management qualifications or accreditation.
•Familiarity with data protection lawsand regulatory requirements a plus.

Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI), is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media,technologyand entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises includingCall of Duty®,World of Warcraft®,Overwatch®,Diablo®,Candy Crush™ andBubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment.We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrivein order toconnect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical,emotionaland financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered!

The videogame industry and therefore our businessisfast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role maybe changedas directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

ActivisionBlizzardis an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genderexpression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated againston the basis ofdisability.