Director of Product

Locations

Austin, TX; Barcelona, Spain; Bay Area, CA; London, UK; Toronto, Canada

Position Overview

The Director of Product will bring games to the forefront of the industry by building unforgettable social experiences, connecting hundreds of millions of people, and delighting users. Utilizing user data, this role provides experience, direction, and measurable performance to the game design process to build high-quality social games for millions.

What You'll Do

• Part of the Central Product Management (CPM), help multiple global teams manage end-to-end lifecycles of complex products spanning multiple feature areas.
• Write and consult on specs, overcome design challenges, and take the lead for promoting interoperability and scale.
• Drive the overall research strategy, usage of core innovative game technology, and ensure product decisions are based on in-depth data analysis.
• Develop deep insights into customer needs and ensure the roadmap addresses those needs through strong customer empathy.
• Drive strategy for the team in collaboration with leadership.
• Provide management for CPM team members and mentorship for PMs throughout the company.
• Provide oversight and guidance for junior PMs on their projects.
• Act as a key stakeholder or owner for initiatives with other teams.
• Coordinate Product Managers across multiple products to set clear/measurable objectives and ensure effective project planning based on priorities to drive positive business outcomes.
• Deliver vision and strategy, monitor product progression, and partner with central publishing teams and/or game teams for delivering initiatives.

What You Bring

• 5+ years experience in product management in consumer products.
• Experience in consumer mobile or game development (preferred).
• Ability to build wire-frames, product specifications, and white papers.
• Experience with managing dynamic applications and multivariate testing.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team, including those who do not directly report to you.
• Exceptional data analysis and problem-solving skills (SQL querying abilities is a strong plus).
• Strong project management skills and the ability to present work to the executive team.
• A passion for games and creating fun and compelling user experiences.
• Outstanding written/oral, organizational, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to provide clear direction, set measurable goals, and give insight on industry and competitor trends.
• Experience in working with and coordinating large-scale projects with central teams.

Compensation and Benefits

• The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is $172,400 to $200,000 per year.
• Base pay is based on market location and varies based on individualized factors including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.
• Total compensation package may include bonus and/or equity awards.
• Eligibility to participate in 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Benefits for regular, full-time employees include:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
  • 14 paid holidays per calendar year.
  • Paid vacation time (15 to 25 days) or participation in a discretionary time off program.
  • Up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year.
  • Paid parental and compassionate leave.
  • Wellbeing programs for mental health and wellness support.
  • Family planning support through Maven.
  • Commuter benefits.
  • Reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.

Company Commitment

Zynga is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and celebrating diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds. Employment is based on substantive ability, objective qualifications, and work ethic. Support and accommodation are available for qualified individuals with disabilities or health conditions via accommodationrequest@zynga.com.