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OpenBet

Sports betting platforms and compliance solutions

Product Owner

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/17/2026
No salary listed
Mid
London, UK
Hybrid
ProductProduct Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Proven experience as a Product Owner or equivalent in a Sportsbook or consumer-facing digital product environment.
  • Deep understanding of Sportsbook front-end products and customer journeys across mobile, apps and web.
  • Strong working knowledge of UX principles and methods, including journey mapping and prototyping, sufficient to brief, challenge and collaborate with UX/Design effectively.
  • Solid Agile/Scrum experience, with the ability to own and manage a feature-level backlog independently.
  • Experience supporting user research, including usability testing, interviews and workshops, and translating findings into backlog priorities.
  • Data literacy and the ability to connect quantitative product analytics with qualitative user insight.
  • Experience presenting product decisions to senior stakeholders.
  • Ability to build trust across Engineering, Commercial and Design teams.
Responsibilities
  • Own the product backlog and roadmap for multiple Sportsbook front-end teams and features across mobile, apps and web, ensuring stories are clearly defined, prioritised and ready for sprints.
  • Lead end-to-end customer experience for owned features, including user research, customer journey mapping, wireframing and interactive prototyping.
  • Support user research through usability testing, interviews and surveys, translating findings into validated product hypotheses, backlog priorities and acceptance criteria.
  • Transform high-level initiatives and epics into well-defined, sprint-ready user stories with clear, testable acceptance criteria.
  • Collaborate with Engineering teams throughout delivery by clarifying requirements, reviewing builds against design specifications, and ensuring the implemented experience matches the intended design through human interaction and AI tools.
  • Champion accessibility, usability and design consistency across the Sportsbook customer-facing estate, contributing to and maintaining UX standards and a Sportsbook design system.
  • Partner with the Sportsbook Product Manager to articulate product vision and contribute customer experience perspectives to roadmap prioritisation and strategic decisions.
  • Participate in and present product roadmaps, initiatives and features to Partners and new Customers.
  • Use data and analytics alongside qualitative research to identify friction points, conversion improvement opportunities, and areas for retention-enhancing personalisation.
  • Define and track product KPIs for owned features.
  • Facilitate design ideation, sprint reviews and stakeholder walkthroughs, presenting product recommendations and their strategic rationale.
  • Monitor Sportsbook market trends, competitor experiences and emerging design patterns to identify opportunities to evolve customer experience.
  • Contribute to the wider product pillar backlog and cross-functional product strategy discussions, representing user needs and product quality.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of regulated betting markets and the constraints they place on product and experience design.
  • Experience supporting client-facing presentations, demos or RFP responses.
  • Familiarity with native mobile app UX patterns for iOS and Android.
  • Experience working within or contributing to a design system.
  • Experience with A/B testing and experimentation tools such as Optimizely.
  • Background in interaction design or visual design in addition to UX research and product ownership.
  • Experience with front-end analytics platforms such as Google Analytics 4 to inform data-driven UX and product decisions.

About the company

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OpenBet

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OpenBet provides technology platforms and compliance solutions for the sports betting industry. It offers scalable, secure betting platforms hosted on AWS for sportsbooks, casinos, and lottery operators, along with geolocation, responsible gaming, AML, and fraud-detection tools. Its products power high-volume betting during major events and can be delivered as licensed software, managed services, or compliance services. OpenBet differentiates itself through its ability to handle large-scale, global operations, its deep compliance capabilities, and its strategic partnerships and integrations with industry players, which expand its ecosystem. The company's goal is to help operators run efficient, compliant, and engaging betting experiences at scale and to maintain a leadership position in the sports betting technology space.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

1996

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What believers are saying

  • Brazil opened in April 2026 through Play7.Bet, adding a fresh regulated-market beachhead.
  • Danske Spil renewed in May 2026, extending an 11-year account and Managed Trading Services.
  • September 2026 CEO promotion signals continuity after strong World Cup delivery and recent expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Kambi and EveryMatrix keep pressuring OpenBet on pricing, automation, and modular deployments in 2026.
  • OpenBet still depends on few Tier 1 operators; losing Fanatics or Danske Spil hurts fast.
  • OmniLogic integration and Konstakis' year-end handoff risk execution slips before 2027 renewals.

What makes OpenBet unique

  • OpenBet combines sportsbook, trading, geolocation, AML, and responsible gaming in one stack.
  • World Cup 2026 processing 175 million bets and $3 billion proved extreme-scale reliability.
  • Longstanding WLA relationships with Danske Spil, Fanatics, and lottery operators create sticky distribution.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Hybrid Work Options

Company News

AGB (Asia Gaming Brief)
Oct 15th, 2026
OpenBet and Loterie Romande partner to launch next-gen sportsbook platform.

OpenBet and Loterie Romande partner to launch next-gen sportsbook platform. October 15, 2026 OpenBet has launched its next-generation sportsbook in partnership with Loterie Romande, the regulated sports betting operator serving Switzerland's six French-speaking cantons and a member of the World Lottery Association (WLA). The launch moves Loterie Romande's JouezSport omnichannel sportsbook offering to the OpenBet platform, encompassingonline, self-service and 2,350 point-of-sale retail locations. The partnership with Loterie Romande further cements OpenBet as a premier partner for WLA members, with its proven, fully compliant technology and services powering 20+ lotteries worldwide. Loterie Romande's focus has been to improve the omnichannel experience for its players including a new Cash Out feature, which is live at launch across Loterie Romande's digital channels. OpenBet's Managed Trading Services provide Loterie Romande with AI-enhanced odds and risk management, while the OpenBet Trading System platform provides Loterie Romande with a multi-vendor orchestration hub for best-in-class data, trading services and scalable content access through a single integration. Loterie Romande joins the OpenBet platform in a record year. During the FIFA World Cup 2026, OpenBet processed more than 175 million bets and over $3 billion in stakes across its global platform customers, its largest betting event to date, while recording zero outages from the opening match to the final. Nikos Konstakis, President at OpenBet, said: "We are proud to partner with Loterie Romande, delivering an enhanced player experience with Cash Out live at launch, alongside an unwavering commitment to responsible gaming and regulatory compliance. We are delighted to continue our track record of delivering world-class technology and peerless scale to WLA members around the world." Jean-Luc Moner-Banet, CEO of Loterie Romande, added: "OpenBet's sportsbook technology, track record and customer-centric approach meant that they were best placed to understand our specific requirements, and the natural choice to evolve the experience for our players. We are excited to see how this partnership continues to evolve, and we look forward to continuing to work closely with the OpenBet team." OpenBet is a Gold Contributor to the WLA, which requires suppliers to meet the association's standards for social responsibility, responsible gaming, security and risk management. Last update: 15 October 2026, 07:07 pm The AGBrief Editorial Team is a global group of contributors connected to Asia Gaming Brief, actively sourcing news to ensure our readers receive reliable and accurate coverage.

G3 Media
Oct 15th, 2026
OpenBet launches next-generation sportsbook technology with Loterie Romande across digital and retail.

OpenBet launches next-generation sportsbook technology with Loterie Romande across digital and retail. OpenBet's sportsbook goes live across online, retail points of sale and self-service betting terminals with the Swiss WLA member. OpenBet, the leading global provider of betting and gaming technology, content and services, has launched its next-generation sportsbook with Loterie Romande, the exclusive regulated sports betting operator for Switzerland's six French-speaking cantons, and a member of the World Lottery Association (WLA). The launch moves Loterie Romande's JouezSport omnichannel sportsbook offering to the OpenBet platform, encompassingonline, self-service and 2,350 point-of-sale retail locations. The partnership with Loterie Romande further cements OpenBet as a premier partner for WLA members, with its proven, fully compliant technology and services powering 20+ lotteries worldwide. Loterie Romande's focus has been to improve the omnichannel experience for its players including a new Cash Out feature, which is live at launch across Loterie Romande's digital channels. OpenBet's Managed Trading Services provide Loterie Romande with AI-enhanced odds and risk management, while the OpenBet Trading System platform provides Loterie Romande with a multi-vendor orchestration hub for best-in-class data, trading services and scalable content access through a single integration. Loterie Romande joins the OpenBet platform in a record year. During the FIFA World Cup 2026, OpenBet processed more than 175 million bets and over $3 billion in stakes across its global platform customers, its largest betting event to date, while recording zero outages from the opening match to the final. Nikos Konstakis, President at OpenBet, said: "We are proud to partner with Loterie Romande, delivering an enhanced player experience with Cash Out live at launch, alongside an unwavering commitment to responsible gaming and regulatory compliance. We are delighted to continue our track record of delivering world-class technology and peerless scale to WLA members around the world." Jean-Luc Moner-Banet, CEO of Loterie Romande, said: "OpenBet's sportsbook technology, track record and customer-centric approach meant that they were best placed to understand our specific requirements, and the natural choice to evolve the experience for our players. We are excited to see how this partnership continues to evolve, and we look forward to continuing to work closely with the OpenBet team." OpenBet is a Gold Contributor to the WLA, which requires suppliers to meet the association's standards for social responsibility, responsible gaming, security and risk management.

GamblingNews
Sep 22nd, 2026
OpenBet names Konstakis CEO as Levin becomes chair.

OpenBet names Konstakis CEO as Levin becomes chair. September 22, 2026 Key Points * OpenBet announced that Nikos Konstakis will become its new CEO * CEO Jordan Levin will transition to chairman * Company leaders are optimistic about the leadership shift Online betting & gaming technology provider OpenBet has announced a major leadership transition. According to the company, its current chief executive officer, Jordan Levin, will transition to the role of chairman. At the same time, the experienced Nikos Konstakis will step in as CEO. OpenBet chooses Konstakis as its next CEO. According to OpenBet's announcement, Konstakis is set to step into the CEO office at the end of the year. At the same time, Levin will transition to the chair role. In this position, he will continue to play a key role in shaping OpenBet's long-term strategy. For reference, Konstakis is no stranger to OpenBet's business. He has been involved with the business for a while, serving as its president. In this role, he has been closely involved in "driving the operational and commercial execution of the business and shaping its strategic priorities." In his new role, Konstakis will be responsible not only for OpenBet's strategy, but also for its day-to-day business, growth initiatives, and tech priorities. At the same time, he will be tasked with "raising the bar" in how OpenBet serves its clients. OpenBet emphasized that this change comes at a strong moment for the company and follows its incredibly successful delivery for customers through the World Cup. Throughout the tournament, OpenBet processed 175 million bets totaling $3 billion. Levin believes that OpenBet is in capable hands. CEO Levin, who is set to transition to a chair role, commented on the shift, saying that he was very confident that Konstakis has what it takes to be CEO and drive OpenBet to new heights. He [Konstakis] knows its business, its customers and its technology inside out, and has played a central role in shaping its priorities and how Gambling News execute against them. Furthermore, Nikos has been a true confidante and partner in the business since coming on board over eight years ago. Jordan Levin, outgoing CEO, OpenBet Levin added that he is looking forward to supporting the company and the wider team from his new chair role. Konstakis thanked OpenBet for its trust and lauded Jordan's incredible contributions to the company. He said that he was looking forward to taking on the new role and helping OpenBet enter its next phase of growth. Gambling News has an exceptional customer base, a great team and significant opportunities ahead of Gambling News. My focus will be on building on those strengths, bringing even greater pace and focus to the business and making sure Gambling News continue to set the standard in the markets Gambling News serve. Nikos Konstakis, CEO appointee, OpenBet OpenBet's leadership transition comes shortly after the company unveiled its planned acquisition of OmniLogic, a sports betting tech provider.

Gaming Intelligence Services Limited
Sep 22nd, 2026
OpenBet promotes Nikos Konstakis to chief executive's office.

OpenBet promotes Nikos Konstakis to chief executive's office. 22nd September 2026 9:33 am New CEO will take over at the end of the year, with Jordan Levin becoming chairman OpenBet has appointed Nikos Konstakis as its next chief executive, with incumbent CEO Jordan Levin transitioning to the role of chairman. Konstakis currently serves as OpenBet president and will take over as CEO at the end of the year, at which point Levin will transition to chairman, where he will continue to play an active role in shaping OpenBet's long-term strategy. OpenBet said that the appointment builds on the leadership role Nikos already plays across the company, where he has been closely involved in driving the operational and commercial execution of the business and shaping its strategic priorities. "Nikos has already been instrumental in driving the evolution of OpenBet and I have tremendous confidence in his leadership as CEO, having served in multiple and progressing senior executive positions at OpenBet," said Levin. "He knows our business, our customers and our technology inside out, and has played a central role in shaping our priorities and how we execute against them. "Furthermore, Nikos has been a true confidante and partner in the business since coming on board over eight years ago. With OpenBet on a strong footing and significant opportunities ahead, I'm excited to continue supporting Nikos and the wider team as we drive the next phase of OpenBet's growth." Commenting on his appointment, Konstakis said: "I want to thank Jordan for his leadership and the foundation he has built at OpenBet. It's a privilege to take on this role and lead the business at such an exciting time. "We have an exceptional customer base, a great team and significant opportunities ahead of us. My focus will be on building on those strengths, bringing even greater pace and focus to the business and making sure we continue to set the standard in the markets we serve. "I'm excited about what we can achieve from here and look forward to working with Jordan in his new role, and with our teams around the world, as we take OpenBet forward." OpenBet recently announced its planned acquisition of OmniLogic, further strengthening its position in the global lottery market.

Gaming Intelligence Services Limited
Sep 21st, 2026
Interblock names Cathryn Lai as new chief product officer.

Interblock names Cathryn Lai as new chief product officer. 21st September 2026 8:45 am Experienced gaming executive will lead the development of Interblock's global product strategy, including a new Omnichannel solution to be unveiled at G2E Las Vegas next week Interblock Gaming has appointed former Las Vegas Sands and OpenBet executive Cathryn Lai as its new chief product officer. Lai will lead the development of Interblock's global product strategy, leveraging player and operator insights to drive innovation and growth across our portfolio. She will also oversee the supplier's expanding online business, bringing Interblock's gaming experiences into the digital space while advancing a seamless omnichannel experience for players around the globe. Lai brings more than 15 years of gaming industry experience, having held leadership positions across product management, commercial, operations and marketing. She served nearly two years as chief operating officer for Sands Digital, part of Las Vegas Sands Corp, and spend more than three years as chief commercial officer for OpenBet. Prior to that, she worked in a number of senior executive roles at Scientific Games and WMS Gaming, which was acquired by Scientific Games in October 2013. "Her extensive expertise in both land-based and digital gaming will play a key role in accelerating Interblock's continued growth and strengthening our position as an industry leader," said Interblock. "We are excited for the future and look forward to the impact her leadership will bring." Interblock will present its new Omnichannel solution for the first time at G2E Las Vegas next week at Booth #1239, bringing the company's traditional casino portfolio into the online space and marking an important expansion into digital gaming. "Interblock is in a very strong position, and we are not standing still," said Kay Oswald, CEO of Interblock. "We are challenging ourselves to keep improving, to think differently, and to stay close to what our customers and their players need. G2E is an opportunity to demonstrate the work already underway across the business, and I am excited for the industry to see what we have accomplished and where we're headed."