Sr Technical Product Manager - DevOps

Who we are

At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.

We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.

About the role

As a Senior Product Manager on the Platform team, you will help drive the product vision, strategy, and execution of critical services that power our games, including authentication, builds and distribution, in-app purchases, and more. You will collaborate closely with our game and community teams to deliver scalable and innovative products that enable our games to ship faster and reach a global audience.

What you’ll achieve

• You will be a core part of a team that builds and supports key aspects of the overall suite of tools, APIs, SDKs, and infrastructure we offer, ensuring the team’s work meets the needs of our players, game teams, and the entire Fortis ecosystem. 
• You will work cross-functionally with multiple internal customers to guide your products from concept to launch and beyond, bridging the gap between the technical and business worlds.
• You will own the overall product experience for your areas of responsibility, including the developer experience, documentation, analytics, and onboarding.
• You’ll craft and deliver clear, concise, and thorough product specifications to cross-functional teams responsible for implementing those systems and tools.
• You’ll guide your products throughout the execution cycle, from requirements gathering with customers, through launch and iteration, to stable, long-term support.
• You’ll contribute to product strategy and roadmapping in partnership with engineering and Platform product leadership. 

What you’ll need to be successful

• Extensive product management experience developing technical products and features tailored for developer audiences, preferably within the gaming industry.
• Previous technical experience is strongly preferred, especially with game build systems, authentication, and other core game services. Should be comfortable delving into a technical product and working with engineers on a deep level.
• A strong understanding of service products and proven success developing and delivering those products over several releases.
• The ability to break down complex problems into actionable steps that drive product strategy and prioritization decisions.
• Proven experience working with cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams to understand customer needs and drive consensus on solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to estimate, prioritize, and measure the impact of product additions and improvements, using sound data analysis and A/B testing.
• Strongly preferred is a demonstrated knowledge of Product/Project Management best practices including practical Agile development. Product Owner or Scrum Master Certification.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Why join us

There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:

• We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
• We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
• Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming

Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.