Massive Entertainment is a world-leading AAA studio located in Malmö, Sweden and part of the Ubisoft family. We’re a multinational team of more than 750 passionate and highly skilled people from 50+ different countries. Our studio’s goal has always been – and still is – to craft the finest gaming experiences for all players.  

At Massive, you get to do what you love most while bringing your own experience to our ongoing projects, like Tom Clancy’s The Division 2, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and Star Wars Outlaws. We're also developing new tech here, such as our in-house engine Snowdrop, and Ubisoft Connect - Ubisoft's digital ecosystem and distribution platform. 

Ubisoft Connect serves as a hub for all of Ubisoft's online services, allowing millions of players to access their PC games, track achievements, connect with friends, and engage in cross-platform play. Additionally, it offers rewards and progression tracking across Ubisoft titles on both PC and console. 

We are seeking a Development Director for Ubisoft Connect’s PC games distribution domain. In this role, you will lead and oversee the development and technical delivery of this key area, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration, top-quality standards, and scalability across Ubisoft’s PC game ecosystem. Your leadership competencies will be essential in delivering a seamless player experience, while driving innovation and operational excellence to align with Ubisoft Connect’s vision. 

You will work closely with the Product Director and Development Directors of other delivery domains to ensure the continued success of our multi-platform ecosystem. 

What you'll do

Leadership & Team Development

• Define and drive the development roadmap for Ubisoft Connect’s PC game distribution. 
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing, inclusive development team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with internal teams and game studios to ensure platform integration and alignment with business and player needs. 
• Ensure seamless integration of Ubisoft Connect with third-party platforms like Steam, Xbox PC, and Epic Games Store. 

Platform Innovation & Optimization

• Foster innovation by introducing new features and optimizing platform performance. 
• Continuously enhance platform scalability, security, and user experience. 

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Uphold the highest quality standards for game distribution, patch management, and updates. 
• Implement and oversee rigorous testing and validation processes to ensure smooth, bug-free releases. 

Stakeholder Communication

• Provide updates on development progress, challenges, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership. 
• Cultivate strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and collaboration across the ecosystem. 

We are striving toward increased diversity and want you to grow with us on this journey. So please don’t shy away even if you don’t tick all the boxes below. In addition, we would also love if you embrace our core values.

What you'll bring

• Proven experience managing development teams for gaming or digital distribution platforms; hiring, mentoring and growing the team. 
• Understanding of game development pipelines and the unique needs of game studios related to distribution and updates. 
• Strong knowledge of security best practices, including digital rights management (DRM), player data protection, and online platforms. 
• Fluency in English, with excellent communication skills to connect and engage effortlessly. 

Ubisoft’s 19,000 team members, working across more than 30 countries around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their commitment and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves. If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, cutting edge technologies and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us create the unknown. 

You can also find a summary of the Massive Job Perks here.  

All your application information will be kept confidential according to EEO & GDPR guidelines.