Full-Time

Product Policy & Compliance Specialist

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Niantic

Niantic

501-1,000 employees

Develops augmented reality games and experiences

VR & AR
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$114.3k - $127kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Mid, Senior

Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Requires in-office presence 2 days a week.

Category
Legal
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Required Skills
UI/UX Design

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification
  • 3-5 years of experience in trust and safety, online safety policy or a related field
  • Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely
  • Ability to work cross functionally and support safety-by-design practices in product development
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced hybrid environment and handle stress appropriately
  • Experience working on cross-functional teams with ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communications, including asynchronous interactions with others.
Responsibilities
  • Draft, implement and maintain content and user safety policies across surfaces; develop process to track and document policy development
  • Work cross functionally with Product, Legal, UX and Player Experience to assess new products and features with a focus on user safety, identifying and assessing gaps between policy and design where applicable
  • Be an expert on all content moderation and user safety regulatory and policy areas relevant to the business
  • Research and benchmark industry and regulatory approaches to user safety to anticipate risks to users and Niantic
  • Participate in knowledge sharing with industry partners in the Trust & Safety space
  • Collaborate with cross-functional team members and stakeholders, including regular and reliable attendance and participation in meetings
  • Required in-office 2 days.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with regulatory compliance in online safety is a plus

Niantic creates augmented reality (AR) experiences that combine the digital and real worlds, encouraging users to explore and interact with their environment. Their popular AR games, such as Pokémon GO and Ingress, engage millions of players globally by promoting outdoor activity and social interaction. The company generates revenue through in-app purchases, partnerships with local businesses, and branded merchandise. Niantic's Lightship platform serves as a powerful AR engine, enabling both their games and other developers to create immersive applications. The goal of Niantic is to enhance real-world experiences through technology, fostering a sense of community and exploration among users.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$753.1M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing interest in geospatial tech boosts potential for Lightship platform partnerships.
  • WebXR technology expansion allows Niantic to reach broader audiences via web browsers.
  • Gamification in fitness apps aligns with Niantic's mission, opening health brand collaborations.

What critics are saying

  • Privacy concerns from data collection in Pokémon GO may lead to regulatory scrutiny.
  • Paused AI updates in Wayfarer system could harm brand reputation and user trust.
  • Proceeding with events amid wildfires poses safety risks and potential PR issues.

What makes Niantic unique

  • Niantic leads in AR gaming with popular titles like Pokémon GO and Ingress.
  • Their Lightship platform supports large-scale AR interactions and third-party app development.
  • Niantic's games encourage outdoor activity and social interaction, enhancing real-world experiences.

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Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Company Equity

Flexible Work Hours