Lead Product Manager, Security

2 Months ago • 12 Years + • Cyber Security • $143,000 PA - $183,800 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Rockstar Games seeks an experienced Lead Product Manager, Security to deliver world-class experiences. This role involves creating, communicating, and executing the vision for their online platform. Responsibilities include designing secure game services, collaborating with cross-functional teams, driving the product roadmap for game security, analyzing game security metrics, staying current with security trends, and communicating technical requirements to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have 12+ years of experience in product management in gaming or technology, extensive experience with distributed systems, and a strong understanding of game development and security.
Must have:
  • 12+ years product management experience
  • Experience with distributed systems & microservices
  • Game development experience (online multiplayer, security)
  • API & game security experience
  • Lead product development & mentorship
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Roadmap management & data analysis
  • Communication with technical & non-technical stakeholders
Good to have:
  • Avid gamer (Rockstar Games titles)
  • Shipped titles on console/PC (Xbox/PlayStation)
  • Experience with Figma, Snowflake, Tableau
  • Software engineering/development experience
  • Computer science degree

Job Details

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar Games is seeking an experienced product manager to help us deliver world-class experiences to new and returning players. This full-time role is an amazing opportunity to contribute to the platform that connects millions of players across the globe with our live-service gaming experiences, including Grand Theft Auto Online and Red Dead Online.   

In this role, you will help us create, communicate, and execute our vision for our online platform and the technologies that power it. You will think through complex workflows, break them down into straightforward requirements, and prioritize those requirements effectively. Whether it is through documentation, roadmaps, presentations, or direct feedback, you will work closely with our services and game development teams to deliver the right solution at the right time. You will drive strategies that ensure our services can scale, are resilient, performant, and remain secure.   

This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s NYC headquarters in Downtown Manhattan. 

WHAT WE DO

  • Rockstar Games Online Services is a technology platform that powers Rockstar’s online titles and our ability to deliver world-class player experiences. 
  • We create and maintain high-impact features for Grand Theft Auto Online, Red Dead Online, the Rockstar Games Launcher, as well as the core player accounts ecosystem and related social and messaging channels. 
  • We also align technology and tools with our game and platform features to empower various teams within Rockstar – including development, marketing, cheat operations, and customer support – to create better experiences for our players. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Champion Product Management – foster a culture of collaboration, innovation and security-focused product development. Provide guidance and mentorship to other product managers, helping them grow their skills and contribute effectively to the team’s success. 
  • Lead the design and implementation of secure game services – participate in development and deployment of secure backend systems, with a focus on preventing abuse, cheating, and securing player data.  
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable game features – work closely with various engineering, game design, and operations teams to develop game features that prioritize both player experience and security. 
  • Drive the product roadmap for game security and service infrastructure – manage the roadmap, aligning it with company goals, security standards, and player needs for both new and existing games. 
  • Analyze game security metrics and player behavior – use data-driven insights to identify trends, risks, and areas for improvement in game security and service reliability. 
  • Stay current with security trends, vulnerabilities, and technologies – continuously research new threats and technologies and apply that knowledge to improve the security posture of our platform. 
  • Communicate technical and security requirements to both technical and non-technical stakeholders – translate complex security concepts into understandable requirements for cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders. 
  • Drive continuous improvement in game and platform security – review and optimize security, performance, and scalability strategies to ensure our games meet high standards for player safety and service quality.  

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 12+ years of professional experience in product management in gaming or technology, or an adjacent field. 
  • Extensive experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture.  
  • Demonstrated experience with games development, its relevant tools and considerations - preferably with focus on online multiplayer games and game security.  
  • Experience with API security. 
  • Experience with game security and anti-cheat systems.  

SKILLS

  • Be a Team Player – outstanding communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.   
  • Knack for influencing stakeholders across a variety of orgs – without explicit authority.   
  • Aptitude for working iteratively to support evolving stakeholder visions.  
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP, UDP, HTTP/s, WebSockets, etc.) 
  • Understanding of DevOps and CI/CD pipelines. 
  • Knowledge of modern cloud infrastructure and security best practices. 
  • Expertise in distributed systems and scalability. 
  • Knowledge of encryption and cryptography. 

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

  • Avid gamer with a passion for Rockstar Games titles.   
  • One or more titles shipped on console or PC; preferably on the Xbox and/or PlayStation consoles. 
  • Experience with analytical and visualization tools like Figma, Snowflake, and Tableau. 
  • Direct experience in software engineering, software development, data engineering, or similar.  
  • Degree in computer science or equivalent experience. 

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.                                   

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

The pay range for this position in New York State (inclusive of New York City) at the start of employment is expected to be between the range below* per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

 

*NY Base Pay Range

$143,000 - $183,800 USD

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Join a tight-knit team responsible for creating and publishing some of the most popular, innovative and critically acclaimed interactive entertainment in the world including the Grand Theft Auto series, the Red Dead series and many more.


Known for our dedication to quality and authenticity, a career at Rockstar Games is an opportunity to work on some of the most cutting edge, creatively rewarding and challenging projects available in any entertainment medium with some of the most talented people in the industry.


We offer successful candidates highly competitive salary and compensation packages, including a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible employees. Rockstar Games is an equal opportunity employer.

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