Producer

Join Romero Games as we develop John Romero’s next First Person Shooter in partnership with a major publisher! This is an unprecedented opportunity to join a thriving independent development studio and work on a high-profile title that will be played by millions of gamers worldwide.

Romero Games is looking for a Producer to join our growing team on a full-time basis. You will be responsible for helping deliver internally-developed games on time and within budget, working alongside the Lead Producer and Game/Discipline Directors & Leads.

The Producer knows their game by heart, not only playing as part of the weekly routine, but knowing the road ahead for its development and deadlines. Furthermore, the Producer handles organization of the project and staff planning in terms of competence, effort, and creating the schedule for everyday work.

This position is open in our office in Galway, Ireland, a relocation package is available.

What you will do:

• Owning areas of development, working closely with stakeholders such as the Lead Producer and Game Director for game quality targets and a Tech Lead for technical quality

• Making sure the team is continuing to move forward, while working efficiently to reach milestones and key gates

• Managing Risk (assessment/mitigation/communication)

• Having an attention to detail, helping the team deliver on time, budget and scope

• Pro-actively coordinating with other producers and stakeholders such as a publisher’s producers, outsourcing partners, etc.

• Project planning and tracking progress

• Building & maintaining efficient workflows with internal development teams both on-site and remote.

• Nurturing healthy relationships across the entire project.

What you need to have:

• At least 3 years of relevant games industry experience

• Experience working in a Production/Project Management role on Live or released titles

• Experience with agile methodologies

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

What is nice to have:

• Knowledge of Atlassian product suite will be considered an advantage

• SCRUM Certifications

• Experience working with external teams, i.e. QA teams, Localization, are a bonus

Benefits

• Ownership. Everyone in the company benefits from ownership in the company. Every full-time Romero Games employee is given a stake. (This benefit is not open to contractors.)

• Vacation: Time off for vacation. Five weeks vacation per year + 10 national holidays. Extra vacation days after 5 and 10 years of service.

• Hybrid Working. Flexible working hours, including work-from-home and remote work.

• Sabbaticals: At 5+ years, should you choose to take unpaid time for a personal project, we will cover 20% of your pay provided that it is in your area of interest.

• Premium Health. Premium health benefits, plus extended healthcare coverage.

• Fertility Leave: For employees undergoing IVF treatment, surrogacy or other forms of fertility treatment, two days per cycle for recovery or travel.

• Relocation assistance. Flexible start dates, relocation reimbursement and assistance in finding housing. 

• Life-Friendly Policies: We understand that work is one of the things that you do and that life happens. We have a long and consistent pattern of life-friendly management, whether taking your kids to creche, assisting your parents with an appointment, or taking your pet to the vet.

• Menopause: Up to five days off per year for appointments or recovery days.

• Clothing Assistance Program: A financial support for people going through a major life event such a pregnancy or gender affirming care.

• Compassionate Leave / Bereavement. We support employees by offering paid time off during bereavement for immediate family. This includes loss of pregnancy, including the loss of surrogate pregnancy.

• Parental Leave and Support. Family-focused benefits include fully paid maternity and paternity leave and flexible work hours. Most people here are parents. We get it.

• Professional Development: World-class workshops on accessibility, diversity, design and more, from internationally recognized experts.

• Social Events. Regular social events such as pub nights (including online pub nights), holiday parties, barbecues and conferences, with accommodation and travel covered by us. 

• Expert Speakers. Monthly insider expert seminars with renowned creators such as John Carmack, Rhianna Pratchett (Tomb Raider), Warren Spector (Deus Ex), David Brevik (Diablo), Harvey Smith (Dishonored), Josh Sawyer (Pillars of Eternity), and more.

• Bike to Work Program: Within Ireland, using the Bike-to-Work government initiative, employees obtain a brand new bike and safety equipment worth up to €1,250 for a regular bike, and up to €1,500 for an electric bike. The scheme covers your new bike and gear, saving 52% of the retail price of bike and equipment.