Development Director – Contract

Kabam

. Support a new project through to launch .

Posted 10/2/2026contractVancouver • CanadaLead💰 CA$40 - CA$50 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the entertainment and software development industries, with a strong focus on Agile methodologies and mobile game development. Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, maintain project schedules, and ensure quality deliverables while effectively communicating with stakeholders.

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Project ManagementAgile MethodologiesMobile Game DevelopmentJIRAEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementAgile MethodologiesMobile Game DevelopmentResource ManagementBudget ManagementRisk MitigationTask PrioritizationScope ManagementProcess GuidanceProject Scheduling

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityLeadershipProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

JIRAResource Management ToolsProject Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Related FieldProject Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Entertainment IndustrySoftware DevelopmentGames as a ServiceLive Game Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support a new project through to launch
Maintain the project schedule and help move the development team from one project phase to the next
Ensure collaboration and communication within the immediate team and with partner teams
Manage artists, designers, software engineers, QA and other production staff
Report to the Executive Producer
Partner with team members to manage the project on time, to quality, and within budget
Maintain planning and execution momentum for a live game
Provide day-to-day guidance on process and priorities
Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain schedules and resource plans
Identify dependencies and priorities between tasks
Monitor project progress, budgets, schedules and resources; communicate changes
Ensure access to training resources and best practices
Assign task goals and achieve project deliverables at project level
Track and manage scope, identify and mitigate risks
Partner with team leads to manage and balance scope, timeline and quality targets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in related field or certification in project management, with a focus on Agile methodologies
7+ years of project management experience in entertainment and/or software development industry
Mobile game development experience
Working knowledge of JIRA and resource management tools (tracking, modeling, allocation)
Deep understanding of games as a service business model
Knowledge of JIRA and other PM tools
Effective communication skills with the proven ability to work with stakeholders across all levels of organization
Comfortable with ambiguity and constant change, yet able to set priorities and execute commitments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Contract expected to last at minimum 4 months, with possibility of extension
Equal Employment Opportunity employer
Accommodations provided as requested during the selection process