Product Manager

Product Manager Mobile F2P Casual Games

Location: [Bangalore]
Experience: 1-3 Years
Education: Graduate/Postgraduate from a premium institute (e.g., IITs, IIMs, NITs, or equivalent).
Employment Type: Full-Time

We are looking for an ambitious Product Manager to join our clients team and help shape engaging mobile free-to-play (F2P) casual games tailored for Western audiences. If you have a strong analytical mindset, a passion for gaming, and experience in driving data-driven decisions, this role is for you!

Responsibilities:

Product Vision and Strategy:

• Define the product vision and strategy, aligning with market trends and player preferences in the casual F2P space.
• Develop and maintain the product roadmap, prioritizing features and improvements based on player needs and business goals.

Data-Driven Decision Making:

• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) like retention, engagement, and monetization to assess game performance.
• Use insights from player data and market trends to inform product decisions and optimize the game experience.

Collaboration with Teams:

• Work closely with game designers, developers, artists, and live ops teams to bring the product vision to life.
• Facilitate smooth communication across teams to ensure milestones are met on time.

Feature Development and Testing:

• Conceptualize, define, and prioritize new game features or improvements.
• Collaborate with data analysts to design and evaluate A/B tests for in-game features.

Player and Market Insights:

• Conduct competitor analysis to understand trends in the Western market.
• Gather player feedback through surveys, forums, and analytics to improve gameplay and monetization.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Present product updates, data insights, and performance metrics to stakeholders and leadership.
• Align team efforts with the overall business objectives.

Requirements:

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in product management, preferably in mobile F2P casual games targeting Western audiences.
• Hands-on experience as a data analyst or in a similar analytical role is a strong advantage.

Education:

• Graduate/Postgraduate degree from a premium institute (e.g., IIT, IIM, NIT, or equivalent).

Skills:

• Strong understanding of free-to-play monetization strategies and player behavior in casual games.
• Analytical mindset with experience in tools like SQL, Excel, or Python for data analysis.
• Knowledge of project management tools such as JIRA, Trello, or Confluence.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to align cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with A/B testing and analyzing test outcomes.
• Familiarity with game analytics platforms (e.g., GameAnalytics, Adjust, or Google Analytics).
• Knowledge of Western market trends in casual gaming.

Soft Skills:

• Problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Please note: This position is for one of Playdawn's clients, and successful candidates will be hired directly by the client, not by Playdawn.

Our client is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. They believe that diversity fuels innovation and creativity, and they strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to shared success.