R&D Site Manager

2 Weeks ago • 8 Years + • Human Resource

Job Summary

Job Description

Papaya Gaming seeks an experienced R&D Site Manager for their Poland office. This senior role requires strong technological and R&D expertise, excellent leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills. Responsibilities include site leadership, talent growth, collaboration with Israeli HQ, team development, and providing technological insights. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in a technology-driven environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership or site management role. Experience in the gaming industry is preferred. The role involves acting as the bridge between the Poland site and global leadership, ensuring seamless communication and alignment on strategic priorities.
Must have:
  • 8+ years tech experience, 3+ years leadership
  • Strong R&D background
  • Excellent cross-functional collaboration
  • Site leadership & talent growth
  • Global mindset, matrix leadership
Good to have:
  • Gaming industry experience
  • Mobile development/Unity experience
  • Experience working with Israel HQ

Job Details

Description

At Papaya Gaming, we believe in the power of play. Our mission is to create engaging, high-quality mobile gaming experiences that entertain millions of players worldwide. We specialize in skill-based games that combine fun, competition, and real rewards, fostering a strong sense of community and engagement.

A key part of our platform is tournaments, where players can compete, improve, and connect with others. By building thriving tournament communities, we create an immersive gaming experience that keeps players coming back for more. With a strong focus on innovation, technology, and user engagement, we continuously push the boundaries of what’s possible in mobile gaming.

 Company headquartered in Israel, with a strategic site in Poland housing a team of about 30 professionals across R&D, QA, and Art. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Technological Site Manager to support and represent our Poland office. This is a pivotal role for a senior individual with a strong technological and R&D background who thrives in Matrix leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and with a global mindset .

Responsibilities


  1. Site Leadership & Talent Growth:
  • Act as the senior leader on-site, facilitating innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
  • Strengthen the company’s brand in the local market to attract top talent.
  • Collaborate with HR and leadership to develop strategies for attracting and retaining top talent.
  1. Collaboration with HR, Operation and Professional Teams in Israel:
  • Work closely with HR and Operating teams to ensure alignment on recruitment, employee engagement, and site-specific needs.
  • Partner with professional managers in Israel to maintain consistency in processes and standards across locations.
  • Serve as point of contact for employees regarding site-related or local matters, ensuring their questions and concerns are addressed promptly.
  1. One Global company :
  • Act as the bridge between the Poland site and global leadership, representing site needs and priorities to management and vice versa.
  • Ensure transparency in communication between site teams and global management.
  1. Team Development:
  • Support and mentor managers and team leads to enhance their leadership capabilities.
  • Promote a positive and inclusive work environment that drives team engagement and productivity.
  1. Technological Expertise: Leverage your technical background to provide insights and solutions for R&D challenges.


Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in a technology-driven environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership or site management role.
  • Experience  in the gaming industry - preferred 
  • Experience with global company 
  • Working with Israel HQ - advantage 
  • Familiarity with Mobile Development and/or Unity - advantage 
  • and represent site priorities to global management.
  • High leadership capabilities - Matrix influence , engaging and partnering 
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively, working with multi stakeholders. 
  • Fluent in English


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About The Company

Since 2019, Papaya has been committed to shaping the future of gaming through an innovative and forward-thinking approach to game development. We believe that gaming should be about more than just luck, which is why our games are designed to reward skill, strategy, and perseverance. 


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