Are you eager to contribute to the development of a game that fosters deep connections with players and endures for years to come? Are you thrilled at the prospect of collaborating with a passionate creative team in shaping the next great Bungie shooter? Do you possess a profound curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, data analysis, and business strategy? Are you dedicated to cultivating high-performing product teams?

As Director of Product Management at Bungie, you will assume a crucial role, driving the creation of the exhilarating new Bungie game, Marathon as part of its core leadership team. From production through development, launch, and live service, you will craft and execute strategic plans in partnership with development and marketing while ensuring the game’s optimal performance. Your responsibilities will encompass team building and management as we embark on this captivating journey to bring Marathon to life. This role will report into the Marathon General Manager.

Responsibilities

• Define and be accountable for the product's performance against KPIs, optimizing with consideration to engagement, sentiment, and business goals.
• Partner closely with game design to devise retention and live ops strategies grounded in industry insights and player feedback.
• Formulate product and commercial strategies in collaboration with game and publishing leadership.
• Ensure we hold a high bar of delivering great experiences for players, rooted in feedback from analytics, user research, and community feedback.
• Foster positive and productive relationships that are built on trust with individuals and teams across the organization.
• Establish success metrics and interpret data to steer product strategy, translating insights into actionable strategies that improve the player experience.
• Collaborate with finance and leadership to forecast revenue and engagement.
• Identify growth opportunities, partner with stakeholders, and drive initiatives to completion.
• Prioritize long-term roadmap and goals with the Marathon Leadership Team to optimize engagement and business success.
• Manage the Product Management team to provide mentorship and setting up an org to succeed.
• Establish fundamental processes and advocate for the integration of product management principles.
• Conduct/lead robust industry analyses to grasp competitive dynamics and genre performance.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and CRM teams to enhance business outcomes both within and beyond the game.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Demonstrated business acumen with a focus on strategic decision-making and analytical prowess, leveraging data to inform business strategies.
• Proven track record as an adept leader capable of managing, guiding, and inspiring high-performing teams.
• Extensive experience leading product management teams or operating in related roles on live service games.
• Proficiency in spearheading both operational and strategic endeavors across game development teams and studio operations.
• Previous success in shepherding the entire game development lifecycle, from production to full launch, and overseeing ongoing live service operations with agile iteration cycles.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, fostering effective partnerships with diverse teams including marketing, game development, and executive leadership.
• Visionary outlook with the ability to conceive and execute innovative initiatives aligned with overarching strategic goals.
• Extensive expertise and deep comprehension of gaming industry trends and competitive landscape.