Lead Product Manager, Economy - Monopoly GO!
About the job
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Lead the strategic development and refinement of the in-game economy for Monopoly GO! This role requires 5+ years of experience in product management, focusing on F2P game economies. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, design sophisticated economic models, and leverage data analytics to enhance player engagement, retention, and monetization.
Description
Scopely is looking for a Lead Product Manager, Game Economy to join our Monopoly GO! game team in one of our European studios, or remotely.
At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do and want to inspire play, every day - whether in our work environments alongside our talented colleagues, or through our deep connections with our communities of players. We are a global team of game lovers who are developing, publishing and innovating the mobile games industry, connecting millions of people around the world daily.
Monopoly GO! is our new casual game and a key franchise that has just become Scopely’s largest game, enjoyed by millions of players. The team is based in Europe and the US, and works every day to create captivating new experiences for our players.
What You Will Do
You will take charge of the strategic development and meticulous refinement of the in-game economy for "Monopoly GO!". This role is pivotal, extending beyond conventional monetization efforts to encapsulate player engagement, retention, and the nurturing of social interactions within the game's ecosystem. As a leader, you will conceptualize and implement an economy that not only optimizes revenue generation but also solidifies player relationships and community engagement.
- Architect and evolve Monopoly GO!’s economy to establish a balanced and enduring framework, ensuring 'Monopoly GO!' remains a timeless title
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including game designers, developers, analytics, and marketing to align the game economy with overall product goals
- Craft and be responsible for the economic framework for our products, including currency systems, pricing strategies, inflation control, and reward mechanisms
- Design and implement sophisticated economic models to predict player behavior and advise strategic decisions, driving the product's long-term success
- Apply data analytics to gain insights into player behaviors, guiding strategic adjustments that boost retention, improve social interactions, and enhance monetization
- Forecast the impact of economic changes, employing A/B testing and other analytical methods to validate strategies and optimize outcomes
- Communicate economic concepts and strategies efficiently to partners at all levels, including presentations to senior management
- Lead and mentor other economy team members, promoting a culture of creativity, analytical thinking, and alignment with game development goals
What We're Looking For
- Product ownership prowess, with a proactive mentality and the capacity to engage deeply in one of the mobile gaming industry's standout titles
- At least 5+ years in a product management role being responsible for F2P game economies
- Superb proficiency with spreadsheets, data visualization, and crafting compelling presentations that distill sophisticated concepts into clear, impactful messages
- A robust educational background in Economics, Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, Data Analytics, Finance, or a related analytical field
- Exemplified collaborative skills, with experience in collaborating with Product, Design, and LiveOps teams
- A deep-seated passion for gaming, with understanding of player motivations and market dynamics
- Outstanding skills in SQL, R, Python, and/or other analytics and modeling platforms
At Scopely, we create games for everyone - and want to ensure that the people behind our games reflect that! We are committed to creating a diverse, supportive work environment where everyone is treated with respect. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us & embrace the adventure!
About Us
Scopely is a global interactive entertainment and mobile-first video game company, home to many top, award-winning experiences such as "MONOPOLY GO!," “Star Trek™ Fleet Command,” “Stumble Guys,” “MARVEL Strike Force,” and “Yahtzee® With Buddies,” among others.
Scopely creates, publishes, and live-operates immersive games that empower a directed-by-consumer™ experience across multiple platforms--from mobile, web, PC and beyond.
Founded in 2011, Scopely is fueled by a world-class team and a proprietary technology platform Playgami that supports one of the most diversified portfolios in the games industry.
Recognized multiple times as one of Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies,” Scopely is a multi-billion-dollar business due to its ability to create long-lasting game experiences that players enjoy for years.
Scopely has global operations in more than a dozen markets across Asia, EMEA, and North America, and is home to many internal game development teams, referred to as Scopely Studios, with additional game studio partners across four continents.
Scopely was acquired by Savvy Games Group in July 2023 for $4.9 billion, and is now an independent subsidiary of Savvy.
For more information on Scopely, visit: scopely.com.
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