Game Producer III

IGT, a Nevada Corporation

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Game Producer drives complex slot game projects and technical initiatives across the studio, with end to end accountability for delivery outcomes. This role requires advanced project management skills, technical fluency, and strong judgment in ambiguity. You will guide cross functional teams through the full slot game lifecycle—from concept through regulatory approval—ensuring clarity, alignment, and intentional tradeoffs across scope, schedule, quality, and cost. You will partner closely with Designers, Artists, Engineers, Mathematicians, and QA to keep decisions moving and uphold quality at every stage during development. Producers operate with high autonomy, anticipate issues early, and improve the workflows and practices that enable the studio to deliver high quality, commercially successful games efficiently. This position is ideal for someone who is curious, organized, and confident, navigating ambiguity while driving structure, communication, and continuous improvement to fast moving work.

Requirements

• Experience working in the video game industry preferred.
• 5+ years in game production, software project management, or technical production.
• Proven success leading complex, cross disciplinary, engineering heavy initiatives.
• Advanced Jira and Confluence proficiency (configuration, workflows, automations).
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies; Scrum Master experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of game development pipelines, iteration costs, and cross discipline dependencies.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to mentor others and elevate team practices through influence and example.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Scrum Master experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own delivery for multiple game projects or large initiatives with minimal oversight.
• Drive sprint planning, backlog refinement, and milestone execution across design, engineering, art, math, and QA.
• Translate creative vision and player goals into executable plans, timelines, and priorities.
• Facilitate clear communication, alignment, and decision making across disciplines and stakeholders.
• Identify delivery, quality, and cost risks early; propose options; and surface tradeoffs for timely decisions.
• Balance quality, schedule, scope, and budget to prevent late stage surprises.
• Represent production in creative and technical discussions to ensure clarity, feasibility, and alignment with business goals.
• Use strong judgment in fast changing environments—resolving issues independently and escalating when needed.
• Configure and optimize Jira workflows, boards, dashboards, and automations to improve visibility and predictability.
• Champion documentation, versioning, and knowledge sharing in Confluence.
• Use metrics and data to inform planning, prioritization, and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate and introduce tools (including AI assisted workflows) that reduce overhead and improve team efficiency.
• Support Jira training, automation, and workflow troubleshooting across the studio.
• Model inclusive, collaborative behaviors that strengthen team culture and psychological safety.
• Mentor producers and cross functional partners to build skill and decision making confidence.
• Advocate for sustainable pace, clear priorities, and reduced rework to protect delivery quality.
• Raise the capability, consistency, and credibility of the Producer discipline across the studio.

Benefits

• Commission opportunities for eligible sales roles
• Discretionary bonus potential for non-sales positions
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and disability insurance
• A 401(k) Savings Plan with company contributions to help you plan for the future
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and growth
• Paid time off to rest, recharge, and reset
• Wellness programs that support your overall well-being
• Identity theft protection for added peace of mind

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree