Lead Producer Job at Jobgether in New York

Lead Producer

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Lead Producer in Germany.
This role sits at the heart of high-impact AAA game development, leading production efforts during the most critical phases of a project lifecycle. You will be responsible for driving complex game modules through final delivery, ensuring quality, timing, and alignment as projects move toward "going gold." Acting as both a hands-on producer and a strategic leader, you will guide teams through high-intensity shipping phases while maintaining structure, clarity, and momentum. The role combines operational excellence with strong leadership across distributed development teams. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, technical directors, and production teams to manage risks, optimize workflows, and deliver world-class gaming experiences. This is a fast-paced, collaborative environment where precision, resilience, and communication are essential.
Accountabilities:
Lead the end-to-end production execution during the final stages of AAA game development, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of key game modules
Drive project roadmap completion by identifying risks, resolving blockers, and maintaining focus on critical path priorities
Manage and mentor Producers and Associate Producers, fostering accountability and high-performance delivery under tight deadlines
Collaborate with department directors and leadership teams to align scope, resources, and timelines for final production phases
Optimize production workflows, communication processes, and tooling to improve efficiency and reduce bottlenecks
Oversee resource allocation and capacity planning to balance team wellbeing with delivery pressure
Provide clear reporting and real-time visibility on project status to executive stakeholders
Requirements:
Proven experience shipping at least two AA+/AAA titles in a Producer or Lead Producer role, including final production ("going gold") phases
Strong expertise in production methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall
Advanced proficiency with production tools such as Jira and Confluence
Demonstrated leadership experience managing and motivating production teams in high-pressure environments
Deep understanding of AAA game development pipelines and technical production challenges
Strong communication skills with professional fluency in English
Experience working with remote or distributed development teams is a strong advantage
Analytical, structured, and data-driven approach to production management
Benefits:
Competitive salary package with annual discretionary bonus
Profit-sharing bonus scheme
Private medical insurance
25 days of annual leave plus public holidays
Flexible working hours with fully remote setup
Remote work support including home office setup assistance
Sports membership reimbursement
Company events, team gatherings, and industry activities
Access to released games and company merchandise
Generous referral program
Opportunities for career growth within a creative and collaborative environment
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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