Release Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for aRelease Manager to join the Light and WonderSpark team! In this roleyoulllead and manage100game releases across 20jurisdictions collaborating closely with both technical and non-technical teams.

This role requires a strong communicator adept at managing diverse stakeholders and capable of drivinggame releasesto successful delivery within challenging timelines.

Responsibilities of a Release Manager

• Release Process Automation & Optimization:

Drive the design and implementation of automation and AI-assisted workflows to enhance release readiness streamline ticket creation synchronize roadmaps across platforms and automate configuration tasks improving efficiency accuracy and scalability across all game releases.

• Game complianceCoordination:

Collaborate with compliance teams to manage game submissions on time andtrackthegame certificationprocessensuretimelycompletionor escalate risks or issues.

Collaborate with GLI as needed to address game certification timelines orfacilitatethe expediting of games.

• Game Readiness and Quality Assurance:

Verify all checkpoints and milestones for game readiness ensuring all deliverables meet internal and external quality standards prior to release.

Prepare game release documentation and ensure all required assets are available for operators to consume.

Identify track and escalate risks or issues that mayimpacttarget launch dates proactively resolving roadblocks tomaintainschedules.

• Roadmap Coordination:

Maintain and update roadmaps and other tracking tools ensuring complete transparency and alignment on release timelines across teams.

Own and manage tools used for setting enablement dates for games ensuringaccurateand consistent scheduling processes.

• Post-Launch Support:

Coordinate andfacilitatethe resolution of any post-launch issues reported ensuringtimelycommunication withstakeholdersand driving corrective actions.

Conduct retrospectives when critical issues arise to capture learnings and implement necessary improvements.

• Stakeholder Communication:

Serve as a key point of contact betweenfor game releases ensuring effective communication of deadlines risks and project status updates.

Foster collaborative relationships withthe variousstakeholders to drive alignment and achieveobjectives.

• Process improvements

Work collaboratively with team members to drive and execute improvements to the process and tooling used to manage game releases.

• Release documentation

Document the step-by-step process to release games across eachjurisdictionand ensureownershiptransparencyandtraceability.

Essential Skills:

• Exceptional multitasking and prioritization skills with a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously whilemaintaininghigh-quality outcomes.

• Strong organizational skills with an emphasis on attention to detail accuracy and professionalism.

• Effective stakeholder managementdemonstratingthe ability to manage expectations and foster trust with diverse teams.

• Adaptable and proactive with the ability to navigate complex fast-paced environments and propose innovative solutions.

• Experience working in a regulated online environment with a clear understanding of certification and compliance standards.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of the gambling industry particularly within the Casino sector.

• Familiarity with project management tools such as Jiraconfluenceand .

This role is pivotal to the successful delivery of ourgames ensuring compliance quality and alignment across all stakeholders. If you thrive in dynamic environments and excel in managing complex processeswedlove to hear from you!

Additional Information

Why would you enjoy working with us at Light & Wonder

• Competitive benefits an open and supportive environment as well as a modern and exciting workplace.

• The opportunity to interact with global teams on a regular basis and the possibility to switch teams and projects as you and our business continues to develop and grow.

• Exciting projects with opportunities for creating positive change to our game engineering ecosystem.

And if that is not enough; you will get to enjoy astunning work locationandflexible workingwhilst we provide you with theguidanceanddevelopment skillsyou need to progress quickly andenhance your career.

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