Remote Director of Casual Games & LiveOps
UserWise, WorkFromHome, OH, United States
Type: Full time - Remote
Location: Remote - open to all EU locations
Job Description
We're looking for a visionary Director of Products to join us and lead the charge in defining the future of casual gaming! This is a full-time, remote position for a seasoned leader ready to take the helm of our product strategy. Join a globally distributed team working with some of the world's most recognizable entertainment brands. We are looking for a strategic mastermind who thrives on turning big ideas into chart-topping hits.
About UserWise
UserWise is a fast-growing game services company that partners with top studios to scale and operate games reaching millions of players. We specialize in LiveOps, product strategy, game development, and monetization - with a strong focus on speed, quality, and creative impact. Our partners include iconic IPs and leading publishers across mobile and hybrid-casual games.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Product Strategy: Define and execute the product vision for a portfolio of high-profile casual games, specifically in the arcade, puzzle, and trivia genres
- Champion Big IPs: Collaborate directly with major intellectual property holders to translate world-famous characters and universes into engaging, casual gameplay experiences that delight fans
- Team Leadership: Mentor, manage, and scale a team of Product Managers and Designers, fostering a culture of data-driven creativity and excellence
- Roadmap Ownership: Oversee the full product lifecycle from concept to live-ops, ensuring a steady cadence of features, events, and content updates that drive retention and monetization
- Data-Driven Optimization: Deep dive into game economy and player behavior data to identify opportunities for growth, creating strategies that balance player enjoyment with commercial success
- Market Intelligence: Stay ahead of the curve by analyzing trends in the arcade, puzzle, and trivia markets, ensuring our titles remain competitive and innovative
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Art, and UA teams to ensure product goals are aligned with technical feasibility and marketing strategies
- 10+ years of experience in product management within the mobile gaming industry, with significant time spent in a leadership role
- Deep Genre Expertise: A proven track record of success in casual games, with specific mastery of arcade, puzzle, and trivia mechanics
- Big IP Experience: Demonstrated experience working with major licensors or iconic entertainment brands is highly desirable
- LiveOps Mastery: Extensive understanding of LiveOps strategies, economy design, and monetization in free-to-play ecosystems
- Analytical Mindset: Expert proficiency in analyzing data and KPIs to make informed product decisions
- Leadership Skills: Exceptional ability to inspire teams, manage stakeholders, and communicate complex concepts clearly
- Passion for Games: A genuine love for the casual market and a pulse on what makes a game fun and addictive
- Fluent in English
- Market competitive USD salaries
- Paid Time Off
- Performance Bonus
- Annual Performance Reviews