Director, Franchise Operations - Minecraft
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This Director of Franchise Operations position is a strategic leadership role at Mojang Studios, creators of Minecraft, focusing on building scalable systems and frameworks. The role is critical for driving clarity and operational excellence across global teams to ensure efficient product delivery and strategic alignment.
Responsibilities
- Build and implement operational frameworks that bring clarity and efficiency to a global franchise
- Partner with product teams to align operational strategies with development roadmaps and delivery milestones
- Establish governance models and transparent reporting mechanisms to foster accountability and continuous improvement
- Work across a global studio with engineering, product, and business teams to streamline workflows and execution standards
- Translate complex concepts into actionable insights for diverse audiences—from executives to frontline teams
Requirements
- Proven experience in operations leadership within gaming, entertainment, or technology industries
- A track record of shipping products and leading product development cycles
- Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to tackle complexity and design systems
- Communication skills to tailor messaging for broad, global audiences and drive clarity
- High ambition, accountability, and self-motivation in fast-paced environments
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or related field
- 8+ years experience in program management, process management, or process improvement. OR equivalent experience.
Nice to Have
- Master's Degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or related field AND 12+ years experience in program management, process management, or process improvement OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or related field AND 15+ years experience in program management, process management, or process improvement OR equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across multiple teams.
About Mojang Studios
Mojang Studios, the creators of Minecraft, are on a mission to build a better world through the power of play, fostering a global and diverse community.