Development Program Management Associate II

Join Mattel, Inc. as the Manager of Development Live Ops, where you will oversee the infrastructure that powers our live games. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a talented team and ensure the seamless operation of our gaming platforms, driving innovative solutions that enhance player engagement and experience.

As the Director of Product for Live Services at Mattel, Inc., you will spearhead the development and enhancement of our live service offerings, ensuring they align with our strategic objectives and deliver exceptional experiences to our users. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and design, to drive product vision and execution. Your leadership will be pivotal in navigating the dynamic landscape of live services, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize performance and user engagement.

Join Mattel, Inc. as a Community Manager for our exciting Digital Games division. In this dynamic role, you will play a pivotal part in engaging our gaming community, fostering relationships, and driving user satisfaction. Your creativity and passion for gaming will help shape our community initiatives and enhance player experiences.

Join Mattel, Inc. as a Senior Product Manager focusing on User-Generated Content (UGC) within the gaming division. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead initiatives that leverage user creativity to enhance our gaming experiences. Your leadership will shape product strategy, drive innovation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure our UGC platforms resonate with our audience.Key responsibilities include defining product vision, gathering and prioritizing customer requirements, and working closely with engineering and marketing teams to ensure successful product launches. We seek a visionary leader who is passionate about gaming and eager to explore new avenues for user engagement.

Join Mattel, Inc. as a User Acquisition Manager in the dynamic field of digital gaming. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead innovative strategies to attract and engage users across our gaming platforms. Your expertise will contribute to shaping our marketing initiatives and driving growth in a rapidly evolving industry.

Join Mattel, Inc. as a Senior Producer in our Digital Gaming division, where you will be at the forefront of creating engaging gaming experiences that delight users worldwide. You will lead a talented team of developers and designers, guiding projects from inception to launch while ensuring alignment with creative visions and business objectives.

Join Mattel, Inc. as a Games Technology Lead in Publishing and take the reins in driving innovative gaming experiences. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the development and implementation of cutting-edge game technologies that enhance our publishing capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create immersive gaming solutions that captivate audiences worldwide.

Mattel, Inc. is searching for a Lead Artist to join the Digital Gaming team in El Segundo. This position shapes the visual identity and artistic direction of interactive game projects, aiming to deliver engaging experiences for players worldwide. Key responsibilities Define and uphold the visual style for digital gaming titles Guide and mentor a team of artists, supporting creative growth and teamwork Encourage fresh ideas and new techniques in digital art Requirements Background in directing the visual style of digital games Demonstrated leadership and the ability to motivate art teams Creative approach and enthusiasm for advancing digital art

The Opportunity:Join Mattel, Inc. as a Manager in our Strategy and Corporate Development team based at our headquarters in El Segundo, California. This high-performing team is essential in steering Mattel's future direction.This role centers on M&A and Corporate Development, collaborating closely with the Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Director of Corporate Development to facilitate the formulation and implementation of Mattel's M&A and strategic growth initiatives. The Manager will oversee a pipeline of potential acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic opportunities while supporting due diligence and financial modeling, working alongside cross-functional teams across the organization.This position offers:A chance to significantly influence Mattel’s corporate strategy and spearhead essential M&A and corporate development initiatives.Direct access to Mattel’s executive leadership and collaboration with senior executives to generate business impact.Broad exposure across the organization through cross-functional projects, encompassing marketing, sales, finance, supply chain, digital, and studio teams.Competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package.A pathway for accelerated career growth in a supportive work environment.Your Impact:Collaborate with the Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Director of Corporate Development to evaluate and implement potential mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships.Oversee and track the M&A pipeline.Lead and assist in deal diligence activities, including coordinating internal diligence teams and liaising with external advisors.Develop integration and value creation plans while partnering with acquired entities to ensure post-deal success.

About VardaLow Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is pioneering the development of commercial space infrastructure, ranging from in-orbit pharmaceutical manufacturing to efficient and affordable reentry capsules.Varda aims to revolutionize the orbital economy by producing innovative products that can only be created in space, benefiting life on Earth. Our mission is to extend the economic horizons of humanity.With a team comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, top pharmaceutical firms, and Silicon Valley, Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov, backed by premier investors like Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and others.Headquartered in El Segundo, California, Varda operates a production facility where our vehicles, equipment, and materials are designed, integrated, and tested, along with additional offices in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL.Join Varda and contribute to establishing a thriving in-space ecosystem.About The Role:Varda serves a diverse and innovative clientele—from pharmaceutical companies developing groundbreaking therapies in microgravity to government agencies exploring the limits of hypersonic reentry and advanced flight testing. These cutting-edge missions necessitate security requirements that are robust, adaptable, and equally pioneering.

At Sift, we are revolutionizing the way modern machines are constructed, tested, and operated. Our platform empowers engineers with real-time observability over high-frequency telemetry, eliminating bottlenecks and facilitating faster, more dependable development.Sift emerged from our collaborative efforts at SpaceX on projects such as Dragon, Falcon, Starlink, and Starship—where scaling telemetry, debugging flight systems, and ensuring mission reliability necessitated innovative infrastructure. Founded by a team with backgrounds at SpaceX, Google, and Palantir, Sift is engineered for mission-critical systems where precision and scalability are imperative.As an early engineer focused on our data infrastructure, you will play a pivotal role in defining core architecture while helping to scale a real-time telemetry platform from its inception. You will engage in developing complex backend systems aimed at ingesting, storing, and serving millions of high-frequency data points per second, thus enabling rapid iteration cycles for some of the world's leading engineering teams.

At Sift, we are transforming the way modern machines are designed, tested, and operated. Our cutting-edge platform offers engineers real-time observability over high-frequency telemetry, effectively removing bottlenecks and facilitating faster, more reliable development.Sift originated from our efforts at SpaceX, where we worked on projects like Dragon, Falcon, Starlink, and Starship. These experiences highlighted the necessity for scalable telemetry, robust debugging of flight systems, and unwavering mission reliability, leading to the creation of innovative infrastructure. Founded by a team with backgrounds from SpaceX, Google, and Palantir, Sift is tailored for mission-critical systems where precision and scalability are paramount.As an early engineer at Sift, your role will extend beyond mere code writing; you'll be instrumental in defining architecture, shaping product development, and influencing a culture dedicated to addressing genuine engineering challenges. If you are eager to tackle complex technical problems and contribute to foundational systems that support intricate machines from the ground up, we encourage you to apply.In This Role, You'll:Design, develop, and uphold scalable, resilient infrastructure solutions that cater to our expanding platform and clientele.Collaborate closely with software engineers to enhance application performance and reliability.Establish monitoring, alerting, and logging frameworks to proactively identify and resolve issues.Automate deployment processes and refine infrastructure management using advanced DevOps tools and methodologies.Advance our backend architecture and infrastructure for both cloud and on-premise deployments.Collaborate with the team to set and prioritize our roadmap for maximum customer impact.Lead efforts to enhance infrastructure reliability, performance, and cost efficiency.

Join Mattel, Inc. as a Data Analyst specializing in LiveOps for our Digital Gaming division. In this dynamic role, you will analyze data trends, generate insightful reports, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our gaming experiences. Your analytical skills will contribute to strategic decision-making, driving our digital gaming initiatives forward.

Role Overview Mattel, Inc. is seeking a Director of Strategic Initiatives in Digital Gaming to shape the future of our digital gaming division. This leader will set direction for digital engagement and product development, working closely with teams across the company to move our gaming strategy forward. What You Will Do Develop and execute strategies that support Mattel’s vision for digital gaming. Work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to spot new opportunities and strengthen current gaming initiatives. Analyze market trends and customer feedback to guide decision-making. Apply data-driven approaches to improve products and drive growth in the gaming division. Who We’re Looking For Experienced leader with a background in strategic program management. Strong interest in digital gaming and a history of delivering results in similar roles. Comfortable collaborating with diverse teams and communicating with stakeholders at all levels. Skilled at identifying trends and turning insights into action. Location This position is based in El Segundo.

The Player Support Lead for Digital Games at Mattel, Inc. plays a key part in shaping how players interact with and enjoy Mattel’s gaming platforms. This position guides a team dedicated to providing responsive and thoughtful support, ensuring that each player’s question or concern is handled with care. What you will do Lead and mentor the player support team, helping them grow and deliver strong service Make sure player inquiries are resolved quickly and thoroughly, maintaining high standards for response and resolution Promote a positive experience for players across all of Mattel’s digital games Location This role is based in El Segundo.

Join Mattel, Inc. as the Director of Brand Creative for Games, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the creative direction of our beloved gaming franchises. You will lead a talented team, driving innovative strategies that enhance our brand's presence and engage audiences worldwide. Your expertise will guide projects from concept to execution, ensuring that our creative vision aligns with market trends and consumer expectations.

At Sift, we are pioneering the future of infrastructure for modern machines, transforming the way they are constructed, tested, and managed. Our innovative platform offers engineers unparalleled real-time observability over high-frequency telemetry, effectively eliminating bottlenecks and facilitating rapid, dependable development.Originating from our groundbreaking work at SpaceX on projects like Dragon, Falcon, Starlink, and Starship, Sift emerged from the need for advanced infrastructure to accommodate complex telemetry, debug flight systems, and ensure mission reliability. Our founding team, with expertise from SpaceX, Google, and Palantir, crafts solutions for mission-critical systems where precision and scalability are paramount.As a pivotal member of our engineering team, you will not only write code but also play a significant role in shaping the architecture, product direction, and culture of a company dedicated to addressing real engineering challenges. If you thrive on tackling intricate technical problems and aspire to build foundational systems that support complex machinery, we encourage you to apply.

Join Mattel, Inc. as a Manager of Investigations and play a pivotal role in upholding our reputation and integrity. In this dynamic position, you will lead investigations into potential fraud, misconduct, and compliance breaches, ensuring our operations align with ethical standards and legal regulations.Your expertise will guide teams in analyzing complex issues, strategizing solutions, and effectively communicating findings to senior management. We seek an individual with a strong investigative background, keen analytical skills, and a passion for safeguarding our company’s values.

BryceTech is seeking skilled Program Management Support personnel to spearhead a dynamic team and assist the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Department of the Air Force in managing programmatic initiatives while delivering strategic insights. The successful candidate will collaborate directly with the Air Force Small Business and Innovation Research Program Management Office (PMO) and should possess a robust understanding of technology development and commercialization processes, enabling them to drive successful outcomes.Key Responsibilities:Lead a geographically distributed team effectively.Design and implement training programs tailored for a diverse workforce.Oversee task management and coordinate with team leads.Conduct thorough analysis of concepts of operations (CONOPs), translating them into actionable plans and identifying gaps.Facilitate strategic decision-making and policy reviews in alignment with the AF SBIR PMO.Identify and enact continuous process improvements to meet performance objectives.Drive organizational change initiatives as required, ensuring seamless transitions in a fast-paced environment.Supervise the successful execution of programmatic initiatives and activities.Foster strong relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction and alignment with program goals.Maintain effective communication with clients, representing BryceTech in all engagements.Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, along with strong organizational capabilities, initiative, follow-through, and adaptability to changing requirements.