IT Manager - Remote

Overview

Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects, which encompass world-class IPs as well as our own creations across multiple genres.

In Short

• Implementing a four-day work week.
• Supporting in-studio, remote within Canada, and hybrid work arrangements.
• Seeking a veteran IT leader with a background in networking and production infrastructure.
• Experience in leading successful IT teams in a high-tech industry is required.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and procurement plans at a studio level.
• Collaborate with studio executives and department heads.
• Proficient in network switching/routing fundamentals.
• Understanding of Windows desktop and server systems, including VMs.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment.
• Submit an application for future consideration.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience leading an IT portfolio in a medium-sized, high-tech environment.
• Experience with game production and software development.
• Formal education/degree in computer science, IT engineering, or networking.
• Experience in team management and mentorship.
• Highly organized with an ability to multitask.
• Great attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a creative and innovative environment.
• Support for remote work arrangements.
• Potential for long-term career growth.
• Engagement in a variety of exciting projects.