Product Owner- Gaming

Splash Software; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company based in Dubai is seeking an experienced Product Owner to drive the development and optimization of gaming products. Candidates should have 3-5 years in a product role within the gaming industry and a strong understanding of key performance metrics. The role requires collaboration with multiple teams to enhance user experiences and ensure regulatory compliance. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years as a Product Owner or Product Manager in the Gaming sector.
• Proven track record in regulated markets.
• Deep understanding of metrics: GGR, NGR, RTP.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain product roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Own and prioritize the product backlog.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality features.
• Track KPIs and use analytics for improvement.
• Implement gamification and retention strategies.

Skills

Strong UI / UX sensibility

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving abilities

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Google Analytics

Power BI

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner with a strong background in the Gaming industry to lead the development and optimization of our gaming products. You will be the bridge between business goals, player needs, and technical execution ensuring our products deliver exceptional user experiences, meet compliance requirements, and achieve commercial success.

Responsibilities

Product Vision & Strategy

• Define and maintain the product roadmap aligned with business objectives and market trends.
• Conduct competitor analysis and market research to identify opportunities for innovation.

Backlog Management

• Own and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring clarity and alignment with strategic goals.
• Write detailed user stories, acceptance criteria, and functional specifications.

Feature Development

• Collaborate with design, development, and QA teams to deliver high-quality features on time.
• Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of new games, features, and platform enhancements.

Performance Monitoring

• Track KPIs such as GGR, NGR, RTP, retention, and conversion rates.
• Use analytics tools (e.g., GA, Power BI, Hotjar) to identify improvement areas.

Player Experience & Retention

• Implement gamification, bonus strategies, and player segmentation to boost engagement.
• Conduct A / B testing to optimize features, promotions, and user flows.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all products meet regulatory requirements in target markets.
• Work closely with compliance teams to integrate necessary controls.

Requirements

Experience :

• 3-5 years as a Product Owner or Product Manager in the Gaming sector.
• Proven track record of delivering successful gaming products in regulated markets.

Skills & Knowledge :

• Deep understanding of metrics (GGR, NGR, RTP).
• Familiarity with payment systems, game providers, and player behavior analytics.
• Strong UI / UX sensibility and ability to translate player needs into product features.
• Proficiency in tools like Jira, Confluence, GA, Power BI.

Soft Skills :

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment.