Senior Producer (Mandarin Speaking)

Abyssal S.A; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development company is looking for a Senior Producer to lead the development of game features from concept to release. This role requires business-level fluency in Mandarin and experience in AAA titles. The ideal candidate will collaborate with various teams and manage communication between Western and Chinese partners. This position offers remote flexibility, private healthcare, and a supportive work environment, with opportunities for profit sharing and bonuses.

Benefits

Remote and flexible working

Private Healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking

Company pension

29 days holidays

Cycle2work scheme

Early Friday finish

Profit Share Bonus

Monthly company breakfast

Qualifications

• Fluency in Mandarin to support communication.
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills.
• Experience in AAA game development.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies.
• Broad understanding of multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead feature and development teams.
• Oversee communication with Chinese-speaking partners.
• Work closely with Game and Production Directors.
• Manage risks from concept through development.
• Document and communicate project status.

Skills

Business-level fluency in Mandarin

Strong cross-cultural communication skills

Knowledge of industry-specific cultural differences

Experience leading teams building AAA titles

Familiarity with agile project management

Understanding of game development disciplines

Problem-solving passion

Tools

Agile project management tools

Job description

Our Values:

• Collaboration- We collaborate as a team, communicate openly to learn and share.

• Respect- We value diverse perspectives and treat others with kindness.

• Excellence- We continuously strive for improvement in creative and technical excellence.

• Wellbeing- We prioritise wellbeing to create a positive and supportive community.

Overview:

We are looking for a talented and passionate Mandarin speaking Senior Producer to join our team to lead the development of multiple game features from concept through release on a new title.

What you’ll do:

• Lead feature and development teams, collaborating across all disciplines to define goals, requirements, and work priorities.

• Oversee communication with Chinese‑speaking partners, ensuring clarity and alignment throughout co‑development projects.

• Work closely with the Game Director and Production Director to shape, plan, and deliver multiple features.

• Apply awareness of cultural differences between Western and Chinese game development markets to improve collaboration and production outcomes.

• Regularly review progress with the team and senior management, gathering feedback and ensuring alignment across departments.

• Define, identify, and manage risks from concept through development, adjusting plans as needed.

• Document, track, and communicate project status, scheduling changes, and dependencies with key team members.

• Ensure teams remain informed on progress across all studio titles, working closely with the wider production group.

What we’re looking for from you:

• Business‑level fluency in Mandarin, both written and spoken, to support communication with co‑development partners.

• Strong cross‑cultural communication skills, especially with Chinese‑speaking partners.

• Knowledge of industry‑specific cultural differences between Western and Chinese markets.

• Proven experience leading teams building AAA titles on current‑generation platforms.

• Familiarity with agile project management methodologies and tools.

• Broad understanding of game development across multiple disciplines (art, audio, design, engineering, etc.).

• Background in a development area such as art, audio, design, or production (desirable but not required).

• A passion for solving problems, building motivated teams, and driving features to a high‑quality release.

What can you expect during the Interview Process:

Our interview process typically takes 2–4 weeks, depending on availability, and usually consists of two stages:

• First interview (60 minutes) – Interview with members of our Production team and Head of Talent. This role will be focussed on the project and your skills and experience. You will have the opportunity to understand how our Production team work and the overall structure of our teams.

• Final interview (60 minutes) – A final Interview with our Studio Head and Studio Production Director. This will be a chance for you to get to know the Senior Management team and all the things that make Lucid, Lucid! You will have a lot of opportunities to ask any questions about the studio and Culture.

How can we support you?

We work our process around your availability and try to be as accommodating as possible. A member of our recruitment team will be in touch prior to your first interview and will keep in contact throughout the process. If you have any specific questions prior to this please contact [e-mail]

What we can offer you:

• Remote and Flexible working to suit you around our core hours of 10-4pm

• Private Healthcare for you and your family.

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Free parking in Liverpool City Centre

• Company pension at 4% of annual salary

• 29 days holidays, Including Christmas shutdown.

• Cycle2work scheme

• Early Friday finish every last Friday of the month

• Profit Share Bonus & Christmas Bonus

• Monthly company breakfast

Don’t meet all the requirements?

We care about what you can do, not just what’s on paper, and we understand that the best people for the role may have a CV that looks a little different.