We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced R&D Director to lead multiple R&D streams. This is an opportunity to be a key member of the divisions executive team and play a critical role in structuring the roadmap and building strategy for one of Playtikas leading mobile games and lead future innovation and changes. Our global R&D unit is spread across multiple locations.
Requirements:
- Experience in leading managers in large R&D groups of highly skilled developers & testers (5 years 50 people)
- Strong leadership skills that include recruiting building coaching providing guidance and inspiring teams
- Working in a multicultural global environment
- Solid technical skills and ability to understand microservices architecture high-scale solutions CI/CD (10 years of development experience)
- Proven Experience in applying Agile/Scrum development practices
- Experience in working in a Product company
- Experience in effectively managing and communicating with key stakeholders including executives product managers and external partners.
- Experience in leading and managing the delivery of large software development projects while meeting key milestones and resolving bottlenecks - both technical and structural
- Experience in the Mobile app development/gaming industry is a huge advantage
- Ability to oversee technical coordination while promoting collaboration to resolve dependencies and slowdowns
- Hands-on approach with the ability to see the big picture whilst being knowledgeable with the product details
- Skilled in identifying potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
- Ability to define and drive the long-term vision and strategy for R&D initiatives ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
- Experience in working with R&D budget
- Have a customer-centered approach and results-driven mindset
- Ability to work in a fast-paced high-pressure environment and a can-do attitude
- Proven track record of fostering a culture of innovation encouraging creative problem-solving and out-of-the-box thinking.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with various levels in the truly global organization
- Not to forget to have fun in the process
What does it mean to work at Playtika
- Youll join a team of leaders in the field and enjoy amazing benefits some are listed below:
- A competitive salary and performance-based bonuses;
- Hybrid working mode: Two days from our office located in the heart of Warsaw (Browary Warszawskie) and three days from anywhere per week
- All you can eat! Breakfast lunches desserts snacks and much more in our Playtika-only cafeteria
- Access to PlaytiCafe where all of your coffee (and other refreshments) dreams come true;
- Six Power Up long weekends for all and additional day off for your birthday month;
- Private medical healthcare and three additional sick leave days;
- A wellness program in the office: yoga classes massage chairs and zerobody room;
- Gaming room with a variety of activities;
- Flexible working hours and monthly happy hours;
- Work permit assistance for employees;
- Corporate celebrations team buildings and fun activities.
Required Experience:
Director