Product Lead

2 Months ago • All levels • Product Management

Job Summary

Job Description

The Product Lead will define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the gaming portfolio. Responsibilities include leading and managing a team of product managers, analysts, and designers; collaborating with cross-functional teams (development, art, design, marketing, user acquisition); defining and tracking KPIs; conducting market research and user research; developing product documentation; managing the product lifecycle; ensuring timely delivery of milestones; defining and prioritizing game features and monetization strategies; developing live operations strategies; overseeing game economies; and ensuring high quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of game design principles, monetization strategies, and player psychology, along with experience in data-driven decision-making and agile development processes.
Must have:
  • Define product vision and roadmap
  • Lead product teams
  • Collaborate cross-functionally
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Game design principles knowledge
  • Agile development experience
Good to have:
  • Unity/Unreal Engine knowledge
  • Experience with A/B testing
  • Strong understanding of game economy
  • Experience with live operations

Job Details

Responsibilities:
  1. Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the gaming portfolio.
  2. Lead and manage a team of product managers, analysts, and designers to deliver exceptional gaming experiences.
  3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, art, design, marketing, and user acquisition, to ensure alignment on product goals and priorities.
  4. Define, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure product success and inform decision-making.
  5. Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user research to identify trends, opportunities, and user needs.
  6. Develop and maintain product documentation, including feature specifications, user stories, and user flows.
  7. Manage the product lifecycle from concept to launch, including post-launch support, updates, and continuous improvement.
  8. Ensure timely delivery of product milestones and releases while maintaining high quality standards.
  9. Define and prioritize game features, mechanics, and monetization strategies to maximize user engagement, retention, and revenue.
  10. Develop and implement live operations strategies, including events, promotions, and content updates, to drive ongoing player engagement.
  11. Oversee the creation and balancing of game economies, including virtual currencies, in-game items, and pricing strategies.

Skill Sets:

  1. Strong understanding of game design principles, monetization strategies, and player psychology.
  2. Familiarity with gaming industry trends, platforms, and market dynamics.
  3. Experience with data-driven decision-making, including the use of analytics, A/B testing, and user research.
  4. Proficient in project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
  5. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and levels.
  6. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to adapt to change and manage uncertainty.
  7. Experience with agile development processes, such as Scrum or Kanban.
  8. Knowledge of game development technologies, such as Unity, Unreal Engine, or other proprietary engines.
  9. Familiarity with business and financial models, including cost projections, revenue forecasting, and ROI analysis.
  10. Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of player motivations and preferences.

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OAO India is an IT company focused on designing innovative Mobile Games OAO India is founded by a young and dynamic Master Aryen Suresh Kute one and only son of Business Tycoons Mr. Suresh D. Kute and Mrs. Archana Suresh Kute (The Kute Group). OAO India is an emerging gem in the prestigious The Kute Group of companies. We are an early startup headquartered in Pune, India. With a mission to create exciting and innovative Mobile Games. We recently launched an exciting games! Our games are Google play link https://play.google.com/store/apps/dev?id=6101158665618107443

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