Significative experience in building/developing applications and services
Strong understanding of software architecture, system design, and distributed systems
Good understanding of product development lifecycle and product thinking
Experience working with global, multi-time-zone teams
Knowledge of Python, SQL, TypeScript, Gitlab. Vue framework is a plus
Familiarity with open-source ecosystems and modern development stacks
Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
Proven experience leading Agile/Scrum teams in a product driven environment is a plus.
Additional Information
What do we offer benefits wise?
Meal tickets with value of 30 ron/day
Access to private medical system and special subscription rates for family members
On site medical support
World Class subscription
Comprehensive wellbeing program (including physical fitness, mental health, financial education and internal communities)
Life insurance
Ubisoft bikes, free rental
Parking spaces for cars, bikes, motorbikes
Video games and consoles to borrow
Access to Ubisoft games via own Uplay account
Bookster (borrow books for free, delivered at home or in the office)
Free fruits and coffee in the office
Studio offered free days, confirmed on an annual basis for different events
Study leave
Christmas/ Easter celebration with a special gift
Partners' discounts.
Contract: PermanentWork flexibility: Office-based
Additional Information
Company Description
Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin's Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you're passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!
Job Description
We are looking for an IT Software Development Manager to join the IT Games & Studios department.
You will lead a distributed software engineering team responsible for building and maintaining scalable products used by IT and production teams at Ubisoft.
This role requires a strong balance of technical leadership, Agile delivery ownership, and product oriented thinking, with the ability to operate effectively across global teams and time zones.
As the IT Software Development Manager, your key responsibilities are:
Team Leadership & Delivery
Lead and mentor a team of software engineers to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions
Drive technical excellence, code quality, and engineering best practices
Ensure on-time delivery through effective planning, tracking, and risk management
Foster a collaborative, ownership-driven team culture
Product & Stakeholder Collaboration
Work closely with Product Owners and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions
Contribute to product roadmap discussions with a strong understanding of product impact
Balance technical feasibility, user needs, and delivery timelines
Agile / Scrum Execution
Facilitate and evolve Agile/Scrum practices within the team (Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Retrospectives)
Ensure transparency of progress, blockers, and risks
Continuously improve team efficiency and delivery processes
Technical Leadership
Provide architectural guidance and participate in key technical decisions
Encourage the adoption of modern technologies, including AI-driven development patterns
Promote open-source contribution mindset and reuse of industry best practices
Global Collaboration
Work effectively with distributed teams across multiple time zones
Communicate clearly with stakeholders from diverse cultural backgrounds
Align with global standards while supporting local team needs
Ubisoft · Bucharest, Romania