[New Games] Game Product Owner (Hybrid Casual Games)

1. WHAT YOU WILL DO

Product Ownership:

• Define and own the roadmap for key features or game areas, ensuring alignment with product goals.

• Write detailed user stories and acceptance criteria, and manage the backlog to prioritize the highest-impact features.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure features are implemented on time and at a high quality.

Game Development & Strategy:

• Work closely with the Product Lead to shape the overall game vision and strategy.

• Contribute to designing innovative gameplay loops, hybrid monetization systems, and engagement mechanics.

• Act as a mentor to Junior Product Owners and other team members, providing guidance and support.

Data-Driven Decision Making:

• Use analytics and player feedback to inform decisions and optimize features for retention, engagement, and monetization.

• Collaborate with the analytics team to design and evaluate A/B tests for new features and updates.

• Identify key metrics and set success criteria for features and updates.

LiveOps & Player Engagement:

• Help plan and execute LiveOps strategies, including events, seasonal updates, and new content releases.

• Partner with marketing teams to align player acquisition and retention initiatives with product goals.

2. QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in product ownership, product management, or a related role in the gaming industry.

• Industry Knowledge: Basic understanding of hybrid-casual games and their unique gameplay and monetization mechanics.

• Skills: Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to document and track progress effectively.

• Language: Professional fluency in English across all four skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing).

• Mindset: Passion for gaming and a player-focused mindset.

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with Agile development processes and tools like JIRA or Trello.

• Experience working on hybrid-casual or mobile games.

• Exposure to game analytics and performance metrics like retention and ARPU.

3. BENEFITS

• Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience + 13th-month salary.

• Bonuses: Annual Performance Bonus or ESOP (Employee Stock Options Plan) for people managers.

• Flexibility: Flexible working time + 12 days working from home per year.

• Well-being: Personal learning and well-being budget + Team-building budget + Employee Assistance Program (mental health support).

• Allowances: Lunch and parking allowance.

• Learning: Internal training, international conferences, and e-learning platforms (Udemy, LinkedIn Learning...).

• Events: Engaging music events, music schools, and community nights.

• Leave: Minimum 12 days of paid annual leave + 10 days of paid sick leave.

Locations: 26 Ung Van Khiem St, Ward 25, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City