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Sports betting, gaming and interactive entertainment is changing, and we’re leading that change. By putting people first. By placing exciting, engaging and entertaining experiences at more fingertips than ever before. We're pulling into pole position by pushing boundaries further. With innovation. With technology. But most importantly, with people like you. Because when you join Entain, it’s your game. So let’s win together.
Main Duties:
- Lead and manage a cross-functional, multidisciplinary team which includes game producers, programmers, artists, and QA testers.
- Oversee the day-to-day design and development of casino games, overseeing the entire production cycle from pre-production to QA testing and release.
- Provide excellent leadership, ensuring the team is aligned with company goals and delivering high-quality games on schedule.
- Contribute valuable insights into the creative aspects of game development, leveraging a solid understanding of game design principles for overall project innovation and excellence
- Work closely with the Director of In-House Content to design, drive and deliver the content strategy for CR Games.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to expand CR Games into new markets, increasing reach and potential.
- Foster a collaborative culture that encourages continuous improvement, empowering managers with clarity on roles and functions to prioritise great game design and superior development processes
- Establish and achieve measurable goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) for game development projects, assessing success based on factors like release timelines, player engagement metrics, and market expansion targets.
- Create and maintain a strong team dynamic, ensuring a positive and productive working environment.
- Implement and maintain robust QA practices and processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality, bug-free games that meet regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
- Encourage a culture of innovation, creativity, experimentation and risk-taking to push the boundaries of gaming experiences
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and player preferences to drive continuous improvement and innovation in game development.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders, including executives, marketing, and sales teams, to align game development strategies with business objectives.
- Provide regular updates to key stakeholders on project status, milestones, and potential risks
Key Skills:
- Proven track record of successful leadership in a similar role within the betting and gaming industry.
- Extensive experience overseeing the development of slot games or similar products.
- Hands-on experience in game design or a strong appreciation for game design principles, enhancing the overall creative input into the development process
- Strong understanding of game design principles, mechanics, and player psychology.
- Familiarity with software development processes, including waterfall or similar methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and creative environment.
- Proven an understanding of global gaming markets, adapting strategies to regional preferences and navigating diverse regulatory landscapes.
- A forward-thinking mindset with a passion for staying at the forefront of industry trends and technological advancements.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements within the betting and gaming industry.
At Entain, we know that signing top players requires a great starting package, and plenty of support to inspire peak performance. Join us, and a competitive salary is just the beginning.
Depending on your role and location, you can expect to receive benefits like
- A regular bonus
- Healthcare support
- A stake in our success through our ShareSave scheme
- Great development opportunities
- Wellbeing support, and so much more.
And outside of this, you’ll have the chance to turn recognition from leaders and colleagues into amazing prizes, join a winning team of talented people and be a part of an inclusive and supporting community where everyone is celebrated for being themselves.
Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
At Entain, we do what's right. It's one of our core values and that's why we're taking the lead when it comes to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive future - for our people, and the wider global sports betting and gaming sector. However you identify, our ambition is to ensure our people across the globe feel valued, respected and their individuality celebrated.