senior software engineering Technical Lead hybrid · Posted Apr 29, 2026
$105,120 – $194,400
USD per year

About this role

Activision Blizzard is hiring a senior-level Technical Lead in the software engineering function based in Santa Monica, CA. Compensation is listed at $105,120–$194,400 per year.

Role
Technical Lead
Function
software engineering
Level
senior
Track
hybrid
Employment
Full-time
Location
Santa Monica, CA
Department
Human Resources
Posted
Apr 29, 2026

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Job description

from Activision Blizzard careers

Job Title:

Sr. Manager, Activision Labor Relations

Requisition ID:

R027397

Job Description:

Job Title: Sr. Manager, Activision Labor Relations

Reporting To: HR and Labor Leadership

Department: HR

Location: Santa Monica, CA

YOUR MISSION

The Senior Manager, Labor Relations, will serve as part of the Human Resources team at Activision, a limited integration gaming studio of Microsoft. Working closely with the Microsoft Corporate Human Resources’ Labor Relations team and reporting through Activision Human Resources, this role serves as a key strategic and operational partner, providing support and labor relations guidance to key stakeholders across the enterprise. This role is responsible for ensuring effective implementation of applicable collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).

This role will ensure the continued success of Activision gaming while assisting with the application of Microsoft’s labor principles and prioritizing a labor management relationship built on trust, respect, integrity, and accountability. The Senior Manager, Labor Relations ‘s primary focus will be on CBA administration, grievance management, Requests for Information (RFIs), and training, while partnering closely with the Director, Labor Law, Human Resources, business leadership, and other key stakeholders to ensure compliance with labor laws and alignment with company strategy.

This role requires strong expertise in union contract administration, grievance handling, U.S. labor law, and business acumen, along with the ability to build constructive relationships with union representatives.

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