Full-Time

Senior Game Product Manager

Social Systems

Posted on 10/29/2024

Riot Games

Riot Games

5,001-10,000 employees

Develops and publishes online multiplayer games

Gaming

Senior

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Category
Product Management
Product Strategy
Product
Required Skills
Market Research
Product Management
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 6+ years of professional experience, of which 4+ is in a Product Management or Strategy role
  • Deep understanding about the process of game development, the business of live service games, and how games get to market
  • 3+ years experience leading or influencing cross-functional teams with excellent teamwork, team leadership, communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management
  • Professional experience working on social behavior and systems within games
  • Ability to solve complex and ambiguous problems using first-principles strategic thinking, generating frameworks to enable rapid and effective decision making
Responsibilities
  • Develop and promote a strategic framework that guides your team toward an exciting vision for social experiences and systems in 2XKO, supported by market research and insights.
  • Create robust plans that align the team with research milestones and live service analysis, validating or refining hypotheses on social behavior and system use cases
  • Proactively identify opportunities to enhance social metagame systems
  • Balance player-facing features with technical improvements that streamline development
  • Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to build holistic experiences that engage, monetize, and retain players
  • Lead research and analytics projects to validate design decisions and ensure player resonance
  • Monitor and assess system health, making data-driven recommendations for improvements
  • Clearly communicate product plans, progress, and results to stakeholders, including senior leadership

Riot Games develops and publishes online multiplayer games, with its most famous title being "League of Legends." This game attracts a large player base and offers both competitive and cooperative gaming experiences. Players can download and play the games for free, with the option to make in-game purchases for cosmetic items and enhancements that do not affect gameplay. Riot Games stands out from competitors like Blizzard and Valve by creating engaging gaming experiences that build strong communities. The company also hosts esports events and sells merchandise, contributing to its revenue. Additionally, Riot Forge, a division of Riot Games, partners with other developers to create new games within the League of Legends universe, expanding their offerings while maintaining quality.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$14.6M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Riot Games' arbitration system enhances fairness in EMEA esports, attracting players and sponsors.
  • VALORANT Flashback 2024 boosts player engagement, potentially increasing in-game purchases.
  • Atakhan's introduction in League of Legends reinvigorates interest, attracting new and existing players.

What critics are saying

  • Arbitration system may face scrutiny and legal challenges if not managed well.
  • Crackdown on off-platform conduct could lead to community backlash and affect retention.
  • Boba Bear collaboration risks brand dilution if it doesn't align with core audience.

What makes Riot Games unique

  • Riot Games focuses on player-centric game development, enhancing game quality and engagement.
  • The company offers a free-to-play model with revenue from in-game purchases and esports.
  • Riot Forge expands their portfolio by collaborating with third-party developers for new games.

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Benefits

Healthcare

Family Care

Open Paid Time Off

Retirement

Play Fund

Donation Matching

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