Full-Time
Manager – Data Engineering
Marketing
Square Enix
501-1,000 employees
Develops and licenses video game franchises
No salary listed
London, UK
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- Significant hands-on experience in software and data engineering, including backend systems, data platforms, pipelines, APIs, and integration work across batch and real-time processing.
- Experience leading engineers or small technical teams, including coaching, prioritization, and delivery guidance.
- Cloud platform experience across Google Cloud, Amazon Web Services, or Microsoft Azure, with strong programming capability in languages such as Golang, Python, or Java.
- Ability to design data systems that align with shared platforms, standards, and integration patterns.
- Ability to operate in ambiguous, evolving environments with a structured, composed, and delivery-focused approach.
- Ability to balance technical quality, business priorities, stakeholder needs, and delivery constraints while influencing technical, business, regional, and global teams.
- Coordinate and deliver agreed regional engineering priorities for marketing, customer, sales, and gameplay data, including day-to-day implementation decisions, delivery quality, technical assurance, and escalation of risks where they affect business priorities, agreed standards, or operational resilience.
- Build, operate, and improve data pipelines and core data capabilities while supporting the transition toward shared global data platforms where applicable.
- Integrate and manage key datasets across game telemetry, account and identity, membership, commerce, customer relationship management, and marketing systems.
- Ensure customer, player-level, and account-related data is consistent, usable, and accessible for analytics, customer relationship management, lifecycle, membership, and campaign engagement use cases.
- Ensure data engineering delivery complies with data protection, security, secure coding, and regulatory requirements, working with Privacy, Security, Legal, and Compliance teams at agreed governance touchpoints and escalating decisions where additional approval is needed.
- Identify technical debt and limitations in existing data or backend systems and support practical improvements that enhance scalability, maintainability, integration, and alignment with shared platform direction.
- Lead and manage a small Data Engineering team, providing coaching, prioritization, performance guidance, and day-to-day technical leadership.
- Establish consistent documentation practices across the Data Engineering team, including technical documentation, operational runbooks, and data flow definitions, to improve transparency, maintainability, and operational continuity.
- Promote lean, efficient ways of working through automation, artificial intelligence tools, clear prioritization, and practical delivery practices.
- Experience working with legacy systems, existing backend environments, or complex system dependencies without disrupting business operations.
- Exposure to customer relationship management, lifecycle communication, membership or loyalty, commerce, or marketing data use cases.
- Experience coordinating cross-functional technical projects or delivery initiatives.
Square Enix Limited develops, publishes, distributes, and licenses SQUARE ENIX and TAITO entertainment content for Europe and other PAL regions. It creates game titles for consoles, PC, and mobile, distributes them through retailers and digital stores, and licenses IP for merchandise and media, while localizing and supporting products for different markets. The company combines popular, long-running franchises with a broad IP catalog and an integrated approach to development, publishing, and licensing across multiple regions. Its goal is to grow IP value, reach more players, and monetize its games and brands across Europe and PAL territories.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1989
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Fiscal 2026 operating income rose 34.9% to ¥54.736 billion despite lower sales.
- Square Enix ended March 2026 with ¥275.796 billion cash, funding long development cycles.
- FFVII Revelation launches April 8, 2027; Kingdom Hearts IV follows in late 2027.
What critics are saying
- 2025 overseas layoffs closed studios and targeted 70% QA automation by late 2027.
- Fiscal 2026 net sales fell 8.3%; restructuring costs hit ¥12.135 billion.
- FFVII Revelation's delays, DLC monetization, and premium editions risk franchise fatigue before 2027.
What makes Square Enix unique
- Final Fantasy VII Revelation and Kingdom Hearts IV anchor Square Enix's premium IP pipeline through 2027.
- Square Enix controls iconic franchises across consoles, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2 releases.
- Cross-media moves, including a Kingdom Hearts anime series, deepen franchise reach beyond games.
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↓ -6%Square Enix sets Final Fantasy VII Revelation for April 8, 2027, yet makes the wait harder with stunning gameplay showcase. During Summer Game Fest, Square Enix finally provided the first look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation, the third and final entry in the Remake trilogy, confirming its Spring 2027 release window. The second brief look at the game came during Gamescom Opening Night Live last week, which left many disappointed not only due to its length, but also due to the lack of confirmation of a precise release date. Thankfully, Wccf Tech Inc didn't have to wait much longer to learn when Wccf Tech Inc will finally be able to embark on Cloud's final journey, as today Square Enix confirmed with a new trailer shared during the PlayStation State of Play that the game will launch sooner than most expected, only a few days after the beginning of Spring. As opposed to the ONL trailer, which primarily focused on the Weapons, the powerful beings summoned by the Planet to defend it in time of crisis, the State of Play trailer focused on the main cast, providing a quick look at their combat abilities, and possibly at what seemed like a triple Synergy Ability between Cloud, Tifa, and Barret. However, the biggest news the trailer provided is the game's release date - April 8, 2027. Interestingly enough, this release date almost coincides with the day Cloud's journey began, as Final Fantasy VII Remake launched on PlayStation 4 on April 10, 2020. Following the release date announcement trailer, Square Enix provided as promised an extended look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation to close out this PlayStation State of Play presentation. Although in some ways similar to the open-world experience seen in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the third entry in the series seems to up the ante in every possible way, with the Highwind airship delivering a seamless world exploration, with the Chocobo Piko enhancing ground exploration with multiple abilities and a wealth of side activities that go beyond fighting enemies, including taking pictures of cute cats in Wutai. Quests have also been revamped, with players having the choice of which character takes the lead, delivering potentially very different experiences. Final Fantasy VII Revelation will also fully realize the combat system introduced in Remake and perfected in Rebirth. With the FITS system, players will be able to assign each character a different role between Warrior, Black Mage, Knight, and Summoner, unleash FITS-specific abilities, and further expand the wealth of combat options which was already vast in Rebirth. A really nice QOL addition that can be seen in the showcase is a notification when a Synergy Ability is available. As a long-time fan of the series and of Final Fantasy VII, the new showcase has only made me more excited for the game. As director Naoki Hamaguchi promised at the end of the showcase that there's still a lot to show, with more to come after release, with two DLC story expansions focused on Sephiroth and Vincent and the Turks, I cannot wait to see what else the team has come up with for a game that is set to become one of the best JRPGs of the generation. About the author: Francesco De Meo has been covering video games and technology since 2012, starting his career at small outlets like Gamersyndrome and GeekSnack. After joining Wccftech gaming section in 2015, he quickly expanded his video gaming coverage with in-depth reporting, interviews with iconic industry figures such as Grasshopper Manufacture founder and No More Heroes creator Goichi "Suda51" Suda, Resident Evil series creator Shinji Mikami, Team NINJA's president and Nioh series director Fumihiko Yasuda, and Silent Hill creator Keiichiro Toyama, reviews and on-the-ground coverage of major industry events such as Gamescom and E3. When he's not reporting or reviewing, Francesco can be found playing the genres he loves most, spending time with his six cats, reading, writing music, playing guitar and drumming for his progressive rock band. Follow Wccftech on Google to get more of its news coverage in your feeds.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Collector's Edition revealed - all Deluxe Edition pre-order bonuses. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation's Collector's and Deluxe Editions have been revealed. Here are their prices, pre-order bonuses, and included items. September 3, 2026, 10:41am Square Enix has revealed a physical Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Collector's Edition and all the bonus items included with it. Here is every pre-order item included in the FF7 Revelation Deluxe Edition and Collector's Edition launching on April 8, 2027. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Collector's Edition items confirmed. The Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Collector's Edition release date is Thursday, April 8, 2027, and it will cost $349.99. Before you wince at that price, the special edition is fully packed with physical collectibles and in-game digital items. The main attraction is a high-quality premium statue featuring Cloud, Zack, and Sephiroth. Each character has a separate wilderness-inspired base, allowing you to display the trio together as a single scene or individually. The Collector's Edition also includes the physical Deluxe Edition of FF7 Revelation, which comes with the full game, a 120-page hardcover art book, a mini soundtrack CD, and an exclusive SteelBook case. However, Square Enix has confirmed that the $349.99 bundle will be available in limited quantities exclusively through the Square Enix e-Store. Here is everything included in the Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Collector's Edition bundle: All FF7 Revelation Collector's Edition items. For those curious about its size, the Cloud statue stands approximately 6.7 inches tall, while Zack is 7.1 inches and Sephiroth is 7.9 inches. The combined base measures approximately 11 inches wide and 11.8 inches deep, according to the product page. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Deluxe Edition pre-order items. If you don't want to spend $349.99, Square Enix is also releasing a $99.99 Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Deluxe Edition. It includes many of the same physical collectibles and digital pre-order bonuses, with the major exception being the Cloud, Zack, and Sephiroth statue. Here is everything included in the FF7 Revelation Deluxe Edition: One important detail is that the art book contains spoilers for certain elements of FF7 Revelation. Square Enix recommends waiting until after you have completed the game before looking through all 120 pages of the collectible. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will be released on Thursday, April 8, 2027. With the final chapter of the FF7 Remake trilogy now dated, players can choose between the standard game, the $99.99 Deluxe Edition, or the limited $349.99 Collector's Edition.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation confirms story DLC. Square Enix is planning story DLC for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, it's been revealed. The game just announced its release date a few minutes ago. An additional store listing has now gone live which confirms the upcoming DLC. Fans will be able to get their hands on a story expansion pass, which includes two different parts. One will feature Sephiroth while the other is centered around Vincent and the Turks. Those who pick up the expansion pass will also receive an accessory - the Reclaimant Choker & Survival Set. This "slightly restores HP when enemies are defeated and a set of items that will aid you during the early stages of your journey." Below is an overview of the game: As the world teeters on the brink of annihilation, the final battle against Sephiroth begins. A meteor mars the sky, monstrous planetary guardians wreak havoc across the globe, and the fires of war rage. Now, Cloud and his companions must stand against this chaos to not only decide the planet's fate, but bring a legendary conflict to its conclusion. In the final chapter of the Final Fantasy 7 remake project, the scale has never been larger and the stakes have never been higher. Take to the skies and explore a boundless world, fight alongside a fully assembled party, master strategic and dynamic combat, and prepare yourself for the climactic finale. A vast planet awaits. Everything leads here. Key Features * Explore the World on a Planetary Scale: Soar the skies with your airship - the Highwind - and explore a vast, interconnected world. Choose where to drop and skydive down to areas of interest across a wide variety of biomes, cities, and remote frontiers. * An Iconic Ensemble, Fully United: Fight alongside a roster of unique companions, including newly playable party members Cid Highwind and Vincent Valentine. Each character brings distinct combat roles and abilities to the fray, greatly expanding your strategic options. * Refined Action and Strategy: Experience the series' iconic hybrid of real-time action and command-based combat in its most polished form yet. Seamlessly switch between party members, issue commands in Tactical Mode, and unleash powerful abilities and synergies to overcome colossal threats. * Deep Customization and Builds: Prepare your team for the battles ahead with extensive customization options. Adjust your characters' weapons, armor, skills, materia, and FITS - a new system which adds class-based abilities and special outfits. Refine your builds to suit your playstyle and adapt to each unique encounter. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation launches on August 8, 2027. In case you missed it, Nintendo News has a brand new trailer here.
ZBD has unveiled an embedded financial infrastructure platform for games, enabling money to flow into, through and out of gaming ecosystems. The platform includes Embedded Accounts for real-money peer-to-peer marketplaces and creator economies, Embedded Payouts for compensating players and creators, Embedded Rewards for in-game monetary incentives, and Branded Debit Cards linking real-world spending to game benefits. ZBD has raised $90 million from investors including RAINE, Square Enix and Lakestar. The company is a licensed payment provider in most US states and across the European Economic Area. Chief commercial officer Gordon Thornton said consumers now expect two-way financial relationships with publishers, and ZBD provides studios with technology and licenses to implement financial strategies previously unavailable to them.
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