Senior Technical Product Manager
Novato, CA - USA
Job Summary
Who We Are
2K is headquartered in Novato California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005 2K Games is a global video game company publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2Ks portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms include Gearbox Visual Concepts Firaxis Hangar 13 CatDaddy Cloud Chamber 31st Union HB Studios and 2K SportsLab. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in todays most popular gaming genres including sports shooters action role-playing strategy casual and family entertainment.
Our team of engineers marketers artists writers data scientists producers thinkers and doers are the professional publishing stewards of 2Ks portfolio currently includes several AAA sports and entertainment brands including global powerhouse NBA 2K renowned BioShock Borderlands Mafia Sid Meiers Civilization and XCOM brands; popular WWE 2K and WWE SuperCard franchises TopSpin 2K25 as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR 2K
At 2K we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions even if they dont meet every requirement for the role. If youre interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K we encourage you to apply!
What We Need
Were looking for an experienced Senior Technical Product Manager to drive the vision strategy and execution of tooling initiatives across SDS. This role is first and foremost about product management: defining the right problems identifying the right solutions and delivering meaningful impact to SDS teams and our studio partners. At the same time youll bring the project management skills and precision needed to guide teams through sprints tasks and delivery.
What You Will Do
Own the product vision and strategy for multiple SDS tooling efforts across their lifecycles from initial proposal and greenlight through development and release.
Translate ambiguous problem spaces into clear opportunities and measurable outcomes that deliver value for our partners.
Capture and validate requirements develop roadmaps conduct competitive analysis customer interviews lead strategy discussions and develop critical metrics and reporting.
Define and track key success criteria (e.g. adoption efficiency gains user satisfaction) to guide prioritization and investment.
Support agile planning by coordinating sprint cycles backlog refinement and release schedules to keep delivery predictable.
Regularly communicate progress outcomes and risks to SDS leadership executives and customers.
Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit
5-7 years of product management experience ideally with exposure to technical tools platforms or pipelines.
Strong ability to balance strategic vision (why/what) with practical delivery (how/when).
Able to build positive relationships cross functionally between studios engineers and partners.
Skillful communicator in any direction able to translate technical issues to non-technical audiences and vice versa.
Passion for game development and the tooling that enables teams to do their best creative work.
Can explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience with platform products and technologies a plus.
Bonus Points
Experience in AAA game development or publishing pipelines.
Familiarity with content creation tools automation frameworks or resource management systems.
Background in both product and project management roles ideally in technical organizations.
Loves to solve tough problems.
The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $120600 and $178500 per Year. However base pay offered is based on market location and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates such as job-related knowledge skills experience and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations the total compensation package for employees in regular roles may also include other elements including a bonus and/or equity awards in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits provided that temporary or intern roles will not be eligible for many of these payments or benefits. Details of participation in compensation and benefit plans (if applicable) will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing only use accounts.
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About Company
2K publishes titles in today's most popular gaming genres, including shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, sports, casual, and family entertainment.