Director of Product Management - Battlenet PC
Director of Product Management - Battlenet PC
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Director of Product Management PCRequisition ID:
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YOUR MISSION
The & Online Products organization is home to 300 superpowered engineers product managers and designers focused on the technology that powers Blizzard Entertainments games. Whether youre playing one of our titles chatting with friends or just shopping online B&OP ensures that our players are immersed in engaging exciting and secure experiences.
We are seeking a visionary and resultsdriven Director of Product Management to help drive the future vision and strategy of the Desktop App home to fabled game franchises like Warcraft Diablo Starcraft Overwatch Call of Duty and more. The Desktop App is the primary platform that connects our players to our games and to each other. Were looking for someone who has deep passion for driving premium player experiences seamlessly integrated games and helping bridge meaningful social connections between players.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product management with a passion for gaming and technology and the ability to drive crossfunctional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences. As the Director of Product Management you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our platform and ensuring it meets the needs of gamers and developers alike.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Product Strategy & Vision: Develop and communicate a clear compelling product vision for the platform. Collaborate with senior leadership to define longterm goals and set a strategic roadmap for the products evolution.
Leadership & Team Management: Lead and mentor a highperforming team of product managers guiding them in the of product strategies prioritization and performance measurement. Foster a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement within the product team.
Market Research & User Insights: Continuously analyze market trends competitor offerings and user feedback to ensure the platform meets customer expectations and stays ahead of industry shifts. Conduct user interviews surveys and gather quantitative data to refine product features and ensure strong productmarket fit.
Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire product lifecycle from ideation to launch and beyond ensuring timely and highquality releases. Prioritize features and enhancements based on user needs business impact and development constraints.
CrossFunctional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering design marketing and operations teams to bring the product vision to life. Ensure seamless communication and alignment between teams to meet business objectives and deliver toptier gaming experiences.
DataDriven Decision Making: Utilize data and analytics to drive product decisions track user engagement and measure the success of product initiatives. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and make adjustments to product plans as necessary.
Product Roadmap & Prioritization: Own the product roadmap balancing shortterm and longterm goals while ensuring alignment with business objectives. Prioritize features and initiatives based on user value feasibility and impact on overall product strategy.
Gaming & Platform Ecosystem Understanding: Stay uptodate with the latest trends in gaming technology platforms and industry standards. Understand developer needs and work closely with internal teams and external partners to build a platform that fosters innovation and supports game developers.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: 8 years of experience in product management with at least 4 years in a leadership role within a gaming or technologyfocused company.
Expertise: Deep understanding of the video game industry platform development and game publishing ecosystems. Strong technical aptitude with experience in applicationbased platforms and services.
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage and grow a team foster collaboration across departments and influence key stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with a datadriven approach to decisionmaking. Proficiency in product management tools and analytics platforms.
Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
Education: Bachelors degree in Business Computer Science Engineering or a related field (MBA or similar advanced degree is a plus).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with cloud gaming or virtual reality platforms.
Strong familiarity with Agile and Lean product development methodologies.
Experience launching largescale consumerfacing platforms or applications.
A passion for gaming and a deep understanding of player behaviors and gaming trends.
WHY JOIN US:
Be a key player in shaping the future of the gaming industry.
Work with a dynamic passionate team on cuttingedge gaming technology.
Competitive salary benefits and professional development opportunities.
A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation and creativity.
OUR WORLD
At Blizzard Entertainment we pour our hearts and souls into everything we create. Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft Overwatch Diablo and StarCraft weve been creating genredefining games for millions of players around the world for more than 30 years. Were on a quest: bring our dreams to life and craft the most epic entertainment experiencesever. Hard work iteration and polish go into the Blizzard secret recipe but the most important ingredients come from talented people who share our vision. If that sounds like you join us.
The videogame industry and therefore our business is fastpaced and will continue to evolve. As such the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity age marital status veteran status or disability status among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical emotional and financial wellbeing for Every World weve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:
- Medical dental vision health savings account or health reimbursement account healthcare spending accounts dependent care spending accounts life and AD&D insurance disability insurance;
- 401(k) with Company match tuition reimbursement charitable donation matching;
- Paid holidays and vacation paid sick time floating holidays compassion and bereavement leaves parental leave;
- Mental health & wellbeing programs fitness programs free and discounted games and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability legal service ID protection rental insurance and others;
- If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary fulltime employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting the U.S. the standard base pay range for this role is $134000.00 $247900.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately your specific range and offer will be based on several factors including relevant experience performance and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this roles range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates new hire compensation is negotiable.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
