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Technical Community Manager - Job Summary
The role involves managing and developing a plugin developer community for RuneScape, acting as a technical liaison between developers and the player community to support and grow user-generated plugins.
Key Responsibilities
- Conceptualise and deliver the RuneScape Plugin Developer Program
- Act as a technical bridge to provide key information and align product plans with external developer needs
- Learn RuneScape technology and coding languages to support plugin development
- Design and manage physical and digital events connecting technical teams and the plugin community
- Create and maintain documentation and guidance for plugin development
- Design and maintain a developer journey and supporting communities
- Review and promote top plugins within the ecosystem
- Identify gaps in plugin development and drive new initiatives
- Manage plugin community spaces for optimal development environment
- Collaborate with RuneScape Community Managers to promote community-developed plugins
Requirements
- Experience in community management or game development including studios, passion projects, or indie projects
- Understanding of scripting languages such as LUA or Python with willingness to learn RuneScript
- Passion for MMORPGs and player development communities with strong RuneScape familiarity
- Knowledge of building and executing strong community strategies
- Strong collaboration, communication, and technical documentation skills
- Effective time management and ability to meet content delivery schedules
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About Jagex: The RuneScape Company
siteJagex is a gaming company known for RuneScape, a flagship MMORPG with over 300 million player accounts. They focus on creating community-powered games with evolving worlds and player-led innovation.
What Our Employees Say
- Jagex offers a collaborative and friendly workplace environment where teamwork is highly valued. (www.jagex.com)
- Employees benefit from good work-life balance, with flexible working hours and hybrid work options available. (www.glassdoor.co.uk)
- The company provides opportunities for career growth and personal development through learning resources and mentorship. (www.jagex.com)
Challenges You Might Face
- Some current and former employees report that decision-making processes can be slow due to company bureaucracy. (www.glassdoor.co.uk)
- Jagex has seen periods of frequent management changes, which can lead to uncertainty regarding long-term strategy. (www.gamesindustry.biz)
- Salary and benefits, while fair, may not always be as competitive as those at larger game studios. (www.glassdoor.co.uk)