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Zynga (a Take-Two Interactive label) is seeking a Senior Product Manager to join NaturalMotion in London to lead the development and live operations of a new, unannounced mobile free-to-play action game.
You will work closely with a multi-disciplined team including Design, Art, Programming, and Analytics to design, scope, and implement core features that deliver outstanding gameplay and drive key metrics. Your responsibilities include owning and managing the live operations schedule with meticulous attention to detail and proactive communication; supporting leadership in defining and iterating the game's business strategy and post-launch roadmap; driving user and competitive research while leveraging data analysis to inform product decisions; and collaborating across business divisions including release operations, user acquisition, legal, and other stakeholders (given the use of an established Take-Two IP).
You will champion the product vision and strategy, monitor progression through milestones, partner with Central Analytics and Product Marketing, and build team knowledge of data-driven insights through regular communication about dashboards and reports. The role requires an independent, self-starter mindset capable of driving projects forward autonomously.
Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment with over 6 billion game downloads across 175+ countries. The company was founded in 2007, is headquartered in California, and operates teams across North America, Europe, and Asia. Notable titles include FarmVille, Words With Friends, Zynga Poker, Game of Thrones Slots Casino, Toon Blast, Empires & Puzzles, and many others.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Product Management experience in free-to-play game development with proven track record in managing live operations and executing best-in-class practices
- Strong passion for and in-depth knowledge of mid-core games, specifically within action, shooter, or RPG genres
- Proven experience working effectively with cross-functional stakeholders (release operations, user acquisition, legal)
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as a self-starter, owning features and schedules without direct reports
- Ability to create wireframes, product specifications, and white papers
- Exceptional data analysis skills with advanced Excel and SQL proficiency
- Strong project management skills and ability to present to executive staff
- Outstanding written and oral communication
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to provide clear direction, set measurable goals, and offer insight on industry trends
BONUS:
- Previous experience with new game development through to worldwide launch
- Experience shipping/managing games on multiple platforms
