Mobile Games Release Specialist

The Opportunity: 

Were looking for a Mobile Games Release Specialist to own submission execution and continual release operations across mobile game titles launching on Apples App Store Google Play and Epic Games Store. This is a publishing-side role that works in close partnership with Production internal QA Management LiveOps external QA vendors and third-party development studios to ensure builds store metadata assets compliance inputs and submission materials are complete accurate and delivered on schedule. With a strong focus on execution coordination and first-party readiness this role helps Mattel Game Studios launch polished compliant and on-time mobile experiences. 

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Own first-party submission execution: Prep and manage submissions for launches live updates hotfixes and regional rollouts across Apples App Store Google Play Epic Games Store and Creator platforms. 

• Drive release logistics: Maintain checklists timelines and release plans so teams are aligned on requirements dependencies approvals and target dates. 

• Own release calendar and version control: Ensure builds metadata and submissions are prepared approved and submitted on schedule. 

• Coordinate cross-functional release operations: Partner with Production internal stakeholders QA and development teams to gather inputs blockers risks and timeline changes and support informed decisions. 

• Work alongside vendor-led QA operations: Coordinate with the QA Manager and QA partners to align release candidate readiness validation status defect priorities and submission timing. 

• Manage store setup and compliance: Oversee store metadata assets disclosures release notes and platform requirements to ensure submissions are accurate and complete. 

• Own first-party feedback and launch execution: Respond to platform review feedback communicate with all stakeholders coordinate resubmissions track rollout status crash reporting and support urgent fixes to keep releases moving. 

• Improve release processes: Maintain templates playbooks and documentation while identifying opportunities to use AI-assisted workflows to streamline submission preparation status tracking and release communications. 

Qualifications :

What Were Looking For:

• 4 years in mobile game release operations submission management or related games publishing QA roles with hands-on experience supporting launches across major mobile storefronts. 

• Experience managing submissions with Apples App Store Connect and Google Play Console; Epic Games Store; Age Ratings Boards experience is a plus. 

• Strong understanding of mobile release workflows platform requirements store metadata privacy disclosures age ratings and regional release setup. 

• Experience coordinating across Production QA engineering vendors and third-party development partners in a deadline-driven LiveOps environment. 

• Strong attention to detail operational judgment and communication skills with proficiency in tools such as Jira Confluence TestFlight Fastlane automation systems and store submission consoles. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Shipped mobile game(s) and/or supported live game services / tech in live games production environments. 

• Active Scrum Master certification (PSM CSM). 

*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range however base pay will be determined based on a candidates work location skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs comprehensive benefits and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential. 

Additional Information :

Dont meet every single requirement At Mattel we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattels Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company our employees and our culture. Also interested in signing up for job alerts Do so here!

How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands including Barbie Hot Wheels Fisher-Price American Girl Thomas & Friends UNO Masters of the Universe Matchbox Monster High MEGA and Polly Pocket as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys content consumer products digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the worlds leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945 Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattels award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes Fast Company Newsweek Great Place to Work TIME and more.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time