Founded by GitHub founder Chris Wanstrath and seasoned indie game developer Neil Sarkar, Void is a new way to make games. We believe that game creation should be more fun and rewarding for everyone. Our focus is on building a platform that puts the developer experience first, making it easier, faster, and more enjoyable to create.
About the role
As the Head of Product, you will play a pivotal role in steering our product strategy and ensuring the successful delivery of our projects. This role does not entail managing direct reports yet but requires strong project management skills, strategic vision, great listening and feedback gathering skills, and exceptional cross-functional communication abilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Strategy and Roadmap: Work with our teams to build and maintain a clear product roadmap aligned with the company's vision and goals. Continuously refine and prioritize features based on market trends, user feedback, and business objectives.
- Project Management: Oversee the end-to-end project lifecycle from concept to release. Coordinate with internal teams (such as development, design, and marketing) to ensure timely delivery of milestones and adherence to project timelines.
- Cross-functional Communication: Act as a bridge between different teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project goals, timelines, and resource requirements. Facilitate effective communication channels to foster collaboration and resolve any conflicts that may arise.
- User Experience and Feedback: Champion the user experience by gathering and analyzing user feedback, working with Design to conduct usability testing, and translating insights into actionable product improvements.
- Market Research and Competitor Analysis: Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activities. Leverage this knowledge to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation within our product offerings. Work with Product Marketing to research the market and potential markets.
- Quality Assurance: Collaborate with Engineering to define and implement quality standards and processes. Ensure that products meet high-quality standards before release.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a product management or similar role within the gaming industry, preferably in a startup environment.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across different teams.
- Analytical mindset with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
- Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of gamer preferences and industry trends
Benefits:
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Work From Home
- Stock Option Plan
