{"jobs":[{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/firaxis/jobs/7758671003","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":5769175003,"location":{"name":"US-NC-Cary"},"metadata":null,"id":7758671003,"updated_at":"2026-06-01T17:29:22-04:00","requisition_id":"R_117997","title":"Director of UI/UX","company_name":"Firaxis","first_published":"2026-06-01T12:00:36-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Who We Are\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;MAKE LIFE EPIC\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Founded in 1996, Firaxis Games is a world-renowned game development studio with an unwavering mission to “build games that stand the test of time”. The name Firaxis, a fusion of “fiery” and “axis,” communicates the company’s dynamic development process that results in the creation of ground breaking titles with unparalleled gameplay delivered to gamers around the world. Under the creative direction of industry legend Sid Meier, Firaxis has released dozens of hit games on multiple platforms and is recognized as an industry leader in game development.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;CORE VALUES:\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;GAMEPLAY FIRST\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Let gameplay drive decision making\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;BE ACCOUNTABLE\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Deliver great work for the studio, the team \u0026amp;amp; yourself\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;PEOPLE FOCUSED\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Maintain an environment where people are happy\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;EMBRACE ENTHUSIASM\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Find opportunities to contribute and collaborate\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;WORK SMART\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Put effort where it pays off the most\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What We Need\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Firaxis Games is looking for a talented, motivated, and experienced Director to define the vision and execution for user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design for a franchise in Firaxis’ future. The Director of UX/UI will deliver world class experiences for our players, while also improving the outcomes, quality, and efficiency of the UX/UI team.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You are OUTCOME focused and know how to deliver the appropriate quality for the milestone or release.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You know when speed is required and you know when it’s time to slow down and think through a problem.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Context switching is easy for you, as you can operate as a Director, a Lead or an Individual Contributor, focused on the Franchise or on multiple projects in the Franchise, multiple times within the same day.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You are able to direct the work across all UI development regardless of discipline, and you can define and drive the tooling and pipeline needs of the team.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You have excellent people and management skills.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You’re comfortable in Unreal Engine, Figma and every other tool or technology that emerges.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You can easily navigate multiple worlds of competing priorities.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You can build, grow and retain a world class team of design, art and /or tech professionals.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You know when to use a soft touch…\u0026amp;nbsp; a Bulldozer…\u0026amp;nbsp; or anything in between.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Still here?\u0026amp;nbsp; Then we want to talk to you!\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What You Will Do\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead a cross-discipline UI team team of UX designers (up to 10)\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Work with Game Directors and Designers to translate goals and constraints into compelling user-facing experiences\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Collaborate with other UX/UI Craft leads, ensuring strong cross-team relationships and communication\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Present and pitch designs to the Creative Director, Game Directors and Franchise Leadership.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Produce UX design work such as competitive analysis, information design, content strategy, user stories, journey mapping, and accessibility standards\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Work collaboratively across multiple teams within the Franchise to create consistency and resolve design discrepancies\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Build flexible design systems that enhance our ability to develop design more efficiently and consistently\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You have 7+ years of experience working collaboratively in at least one of UX design, UI art, or UI engineering, actively developing UI features in video games.to design features and complex UX systems and complete them across multiple platforms (mobile, web, PC, consoles)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You have 7+ years of experience working in flexible environments and on multi-disciplinary teams\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You have 5+ years of experience managing a team up to 10 people or equivalent training\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;5+ years of experience presenting to other team members and stakeholders\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You are a results oriented, empathetic, and compassionate leader\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You are skilled with Unreal Engine’s UMG system, Figma, the Adobe Suite, and prototyping software\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You have a strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design solutions with strong visual direction and interaction design\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Thorough understanding of UI/UX design, art, and engineering practices.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Significant management and mentoring experience including experience with disciplinary and career development practices.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong understanding of game development processes and gameplay mechanics.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;A willingness to advocate for the player and be their voice when needed.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong alignment with Firaxis values and Mission\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Must possess current US work authorization.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Leadership: Proven ability to manage, mentor, and influence cross-functional teams.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Tools: Familiarity with modern design/prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch), Unreal Engine, etc.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;2K is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. Information regarding salary ranges and benefits is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;The pay range for this position in North Carolina\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt; \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;at the start of employment is expected to be between $145,900 and $215,920 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for employees in regular roles may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, provided that temporary or intern roles will not be eligible for many of these payments or benefits. Details of participation in compensation and benefit plans (if applicable) will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.If hired, employee will be in an ~at-will position~ and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4013323003,"name":"Game Design/Scripting - Firaxis","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4013216003}],"offices":[{"id":4094485003,"name":"Cary, North Carolina","location":"US-NC-Cary","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4028920003}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/firaxis/jobs/6270031003","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":null,"location":{"name":"Sparks Glencoe, Maryland, United States"},"metadata":null,"id":6270031003,"updated_at":"2026-05-12T06:48:12-04:00","requisition_id":null,"title":"Join Our Talent Community","company_name":"Firaxis","first_published":"2024-11-12T16:24:59-05:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;At Firaxis, we\u0026#39;re always eager to connect with passionate, talented individuals who are excited about our games. If you don’t see a current role that matches your skills, but would still like to introduce yourself, we invite you to join our talent pipeline. Submit your resume and answer some questions about yourself, your background, and why you\u0026#39;re interested in joining the Firaxis team. While we may only reach out if a role opens that aligns with your expertise, your submission keeps you on our radar for future opportunities. Thank you for considering Firaxis for the next turn in your career! \u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;You can also take a look at open roles at \u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://careers.take2games.com/jobs\u0026quot; target=\u0026quot;_blank\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Take-Two Interactive Careers\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt; and \u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://2k.com/en-US/jobs/\u0026quot; target=\u0026quot;_blank\u0026quot;\u0026gt;2K Careers\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Who We Are:\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;MAKE LIFE EPIC\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Founded in 1996, Firaxis Games is a world-renowned game development studio with an unwavering mission to “build games that stand the test of time”. The name Firaxis, a fusion of “fiery” and “axis,” communicates the company’s dynamic development process that results in the creation of ground breaking titles with unparalleled gameplay delivered to gamers around the world. Under the creative direction of industry legend Sid Meier, Firaxis has released dozens of hit games on multiple platforms and is recognized as an industry leader in game development.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;VISION\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;Make Life Epic…for our Players, our Community and all Firaxians.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;CORE VALUES\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Be Accountable\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Own Outcomes, Be Honest And Treat Feedback As A Gift.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Embrace Enthusiasm\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Allow Space For Failure, Share Your Excitement And Let Passion Drive Outcomes.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;People First\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Treat People With Respect, Create A Culture Of Belonging And Act With Empathy.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Work Smart\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Solve For Efficiency, Focus On Collaboration And Prioritize Improvement.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Gameplay Focused\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p style=\u0026quot;text-align: center;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Deliver Quality Game Experiences, Take Pride In Your Work And Put Players At The Center Of Every Decision.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4013198003,"name":"Firaxis","child_ids":[4013216003,4013215003,4057161003,4013318003,4013319003,4013320003,4013321003,4013322003,4013323003,4013324003,4047504003,4063329003,4063298003,4013325003,4013315003,4013316003,4013317003,4035633003,4057162003,4062386003],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/firaxis/jobs/7502896003","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":true}],"education":"education_optional","internal_job_id":5633921003,"location":{"name":"Sparks Glencoe, Maryland, United States"},"metadata":null,"id":7502896003,"updated_at":"2026-05-27T11:32:54-04:00","requisition_id":"R_116261","title":"Principal Engineer ","company_name":"Firaxis","first_published":"2025-10-20T13:27:51-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Firaxis Games is seeking a motivated Lead Programmer to direct our development team. We\u0026#39;re looking for an engineer with a strong foundation in software development who enjoys working on a diverse set of challenging problems. In this role, candidates will serve as a domain expert in Unreal Tech. We need candidates that bring a passion for teaching, sharing and mentoring. Firaxis is a highly collaborative and iterative environment. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to communicate easily and effectively with fellow coders, designers and artists.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What You Will Do\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h2\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Consult with departments to understand project goals and requirements.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Provide direction and advice on technical decisions, architecture, and workflow optimization to ensure successful Unreal5 Engine integration\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Set high standards for code quality, performance, and maintainability\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Assist team to resolve difficult technical issues and address Unreal Engine-related challenges\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Design and implement modifications, reorganizations, extensions, and optimizations to existing code base.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Actively maintain skill-set and knowledge base by keeping track of the latest innovations from the industry.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Lead optimization across several platforms.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h2\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;3+ years of engineering experience using Unreal Engine\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Some leadership capacity\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;A broad knowledge of Unreal\u0026#39;s internals\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Highly proficient in C++ programming language.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Comfortable with multi-threading, templates, and optimizing\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Strong problem solving and debugging skills.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Experience with multiple languages, frameworks and tools a plus.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Self-motivated and passionate about games.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Good team communication skills, able to translate rough ideas into concrete implementations\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The pay range for this position in Maryland\u0026amp;nbsp; at the start of employment is expected to be between $147,100 and $195,000 per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including:\u0026amp;nbsp;medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid\u0026amp;nbsp;vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the\u0026amp;nbsp;Company’s discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental\u0026amp;nbsp;and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p class=\u0026quot;~xmsonormal~\u0026quot;\u0026gt;#LI-Remote\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p class=\u0026quot;~xmsonormal~\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4013324003,"name":"Game Programming - Firaxis","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4013216003}],"offices":[{"id":4010176003,"name":"Sparks Glencoe, Maryland","location":"Sparks Glencoe, Maryland, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4032735003}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/firaxis/jobs/7731488003","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":5750887003,"location":{"name":"Sparks Glencoe, Maryland, United States"},"metadata":null,"id":7731488003,"updated_at":"2026-06-01T17:29:30-04:00","requisition_id":"R_117709","title":"Senior External Development Manager","company_name":"Firaxis","first_published":"2026-05-11T17:46:08-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Who We Are\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;MAKE LIFE EPIC\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Founded in 1996, Firaxis Games is a world-renowned game development studio with an unwavering mission to “build games that stand the test of time”. The name Firaxis, a fusion of “fiery” and “axis,” communicates the company’s dynamic development process that results in the creation of ground breaking titles with unparalleled gameplay delivered to gamers around the world. Under the creative direction of industry legend Sid Meier, Firaxis has released dozens of hit games on multiple platforms and is recognized as an industry leader in game development.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;CORE VALUES:\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;GAMEPLAY FIRST\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Let gameplay drive decision making\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;BE ACCOUNTABLE\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Deliver great work for the studio, the team \u0026amp;amp; yourself\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;PEOPLE FOCUSED\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Maintain an environment where people are happy\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;EMBRACE ENTHUSIASM\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Find opportunities to contribute and collaborate\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;WORK SMART\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Put effort where it pays off the most\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What We Need\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The Senior External Development Manager is accountable for the end-to-end management of external development partnerships at the project level. This role owns and drives the external development pipeline across all disciplines, ensuring partners deliver assets and content on schedule, within scope, and at the highest quality standards. The Senior External Development Manager establishes and evolves production practices that integrate external partner contributions with internal development teams while maintaining the flexibility to support internal production efforts as project demands shift.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What You Will Do\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Partner \u0026amp;amp; Pipeline Management: Own the full lifecycle of external partnerships, including onboarding, offboarding, contracts, and invoices. Lead RFP creation and vendor outreach for new project requirements.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Vendor Operations: Negotiate and align vendor scope, capacity, cost, and delivery expectations with project goals and budget. Manage IT onboarding and troubleshooting to ensure secure partner access to tools and systems.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Production Oversight: Build and manage vendor production schedules and milestones. Track deliverables, monitor milestone health, and proactively mitigate risks related to schedule, budget, or scope drift.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Process Improvement: Drive the continuous improvement of vendor workflows, documentation, and toolchains to increase efficiency and quality. Report on vendor KPIs and delivery trends to studio leadership.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Internal Production Support: Support internal production efforts across disciplines when the team requires additional capacity, transitioning fluidly between external management and hands-on internal tasks.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Art, Production, and discipline leads to define creative briefs and style guides. Serve as the primary communication bridge between internal teams and external vendors.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Mentorship \u0026amp;amp; Best Practices: Mentor studio members and XDev Supervisors on external development best practices. Partner with the Director of External Development to maintain the studio-level external database and reporting standards.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, production, or a related role within the video game industry.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Deep understanding of game development pipelines and mastery of external development workflows.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proven track record of managing multiple external partners simultaneously with significant autonomy.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with RFP processes, contract negotiation, and budget management.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficiency in production tracking software (e.g., Jira, ShotGrid) and collaboration tools.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Bonus Points\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience working with global vendors across various time zones.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Familiarity with publisher-side production and cross-studio coordination.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The pay range for this position in Maryland at the start of employment is expected to be between $87,100 and $128,920 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for employees in regular roles may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, provided that temporary or intern roles will not be eligible for many of these payments or benefits. Details of participation in compensation and benefit plans (if applicable) will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an ~at-will position~ and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;2K is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. Information regarding salary ranges and benefits is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4063329003,"name":"Production/Management - Firaxis","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4013216003}],"offices":[{"id":4010176003,"name":"Sparks Glencoe, Maryland","location":"Sparks Glencoe, Maryland, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4032735003}]}],"meta":{"total":4}}