Game Producer - Game Development Studio - Sunde... · Sunderland, UK ·

Tombola Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online gaming company in Sunderland is looking for a Game Producer to ensure quality game development. This role involves facilitating team communication and managing project timelines. Ideal candidates have a strong background in project management and experience in game development. You'll play a crucial role in driving projects from concept to launch while fostering creativity and efficiency in the team. Join us to make gaming happen!

Qualifications

• Proven background in roles where communication and stakeholder management have been paramount.
• Expertise in Project Management, Planning, and Organization.
• A solid understanding of how games are designed and built.
• Strong ability to manage competing priorities.
• Core behaviours demonstrating collaboration, resilience, and a player-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating and leading ceremonies across cross-functional teams.
• Acting as the primary communication bridge between teams and stakeholders.
• Proactively spotting and resolving risks/issues.
• Working with project teams to develop detailed user stories.
• Managing the localization process for products across all markets.

Skills

Communication and stakeholder management

Project Management

Planning and Organization

Collaboration

Resilience

Player-focused mindset

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Ready to make game development happen at the UK's biggest bingo site? Do you thrive on keeping creative teams aligned and on time? Then you might just be the perfect fit for the Tombola family! We’re not just any online gaming site; we’re the UK's biggest, and we pride ourselves on delivering quality games to millions of players worldwide.

We're on the hunt for an organized and collaborative Game Producer – Game Studio to join our fantastic Game Studio team in Sunderland. This isn't just a job; it’s a chance to be the engine that drives our games from concept to launch!

What You'll Be Getting Up To (A Glimpse into Your New Role!) 🚦

Your role is to ensure quality and quantity are delivered at exactly the right time by removing friction and enabling creativity. A typical day might look like this:

• Facilitating and leading ceremonies like stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives across cross-functional teams (Design, Illustration, Dev, QA).
• Acting as the primary communication bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders (Marketing, Compliance, CRM) with timely project updates.
• Proactively spotting and resolving risks/issues and negotiating with other teams to ensure resources are available to meet key milestones.
• Working with project teams to develop detailed user stories and maintaining production schedules and milestone tracking.
• Managing the localization process for products across all markets, ensuring cultural relevance and accessibility.

What We're Looking For in You (Your Superpowers!) 🛠️

We're looking for someone who is a collaborative facilitator with a pragmatic approach to production.

The Must-Haves:

• Proven background in roles where communication and stakeholder management have been paramount.
• Expertise in Project Management, Planning, and Organization, with a focus on delivering complex projects on deadline.
• A solid understanding of how games are designed and built and the challenges faced by technical and creative teams.
• Strong ability to manage competing priorities and negotiate resources across the studio.
• Core behaviours demonstrating collaboration, resilience, and a player-focused mindset.

The Nice-to-Haves (Bonus points if you have these!):

• Awareness of Scrum, Kanban, and Agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with project tools like JIRA and Confluence.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of gambling regulations in key markets.

Why This Role is a Game-Changer for You ✨

You’ll be making a huge impact on the output and culture of our Game Studio. This is a brilliant opportunity to make the game happen, ensuring teams can focus on creativity, and achieving delivery deadlines without compromising on quality.

Ready to take the next step at Tombola? If you're passionate about gaming and ready to ensure our studio operates at peak efficiency, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now and let's build some fun together!