Senior Product Lead

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Wien; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Autonomy in task management

Global Employee Assistance Program

Flexible working hours

Well-being and mental resilience tools

Job summary

Sportradar seeks a Senior Product Manager to own Playradar's casino and interactive gaming portfolio, guiding it from opportunity validation through gameplay definition and launch. You will partner with Product, Design, Engineering, Commercial, Operations, Sports Rights Holders and executives to deliver outstanding player experiences and commercial value.

Based in an office in Vienna, London, Ljubljana or Munich, you will drive product lifecycle, prioritise initiatives, assess market trends and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Product Management experience in Gaming or interactive entertainment.
• Proven track record delivering commercially successful gaming products and portfolios.
• Deep understanding of player behaviour, monetisation models and lifecycle management.
• Strong product vision with ability to translate trends into strategy.
• Experience leading product discovery, innovation and cross-functional initiatives.
• Analytical mindset with data-driven decision making and KPI ownership.

Responsibilities

• Define long-term product vision and strategy for Playradar's casino and interactive gaming portfolio.
• Own portfolio evolution, identify new categories, concepts and market opportunities.
• Select opportunities for development based on customer value, commercial potential and strategic fit.
• Lead product discovery with market research, player insights and data analysis.
• Drive innovation using AI and rapid prototyping to explore new gameplay mechanics.
• Build business cases and strategic recommendations for executive approval.
• Take end-to-end ownership from concept to launch and lifecycle management.
• Ensure product readiness, quality, and alignment across stakeholders and teams.
• Define success metrics and monitor KPIs like engagement, retention, revenue and ROI.
• Mentor Product Managers and collaborate with Sports Rights Holders and partners.

Skills

Product management leadership

Strategic vision

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

About the Role

This role will join the Playradar (iGaming) division, reporting directly to the VP Product. It owns the strategic direction of the entire casino and interactive gaming portfolio, defining what Playradar builds next and ensuring every product delivers an outstanding player experience and commercial value. The position works closely with Product, Design, Engineering, Commercial, Operations, Sports Rights Holders and executive leadership, taking end-to-end ownership of the product lifecycle from opportunity identification and concept validation through gameplay definition, product quality, launch readiness and continuous optimisation. Playradar operates like a fast-growing start-up within a global technology company, combining entrepreneurial agility with scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the long-term product vision and strategy for Playradar's casino and interactive gaming portfolio, and own portfolio evolution by identifying new product categories, gameplay concepts, mechanics and market opportunities.
• Decide which product opportunities move into development based on customer value, commercial potential and strategic fit, and ensure a balanced portfolio that maximises innovation, differentiation and long-term commercial success.
• Continuously evaluate market trends, player behaviour, emerging technologies and competitor offerings to shape future product direction and innovative game ideas, and partner with executive leadership to define strategic priorities and investment decisions.
• Lead product discovery through market research, player insights, competitive analysis and data-driven decision making, and validate concepts early through prototypes, customer feedback and market evaluation.
• Drive innovation initiatives across the portfolio, leveraging emerging technologies, AI capabilities and rapid prototyping, explore new gameplay mechanics, gamification concepts, sports-infused gaming experiences and future product categories, and build compelling product concepts
• Business cases and strategic recommendations for executive decision-making.
• Take end-to-end ownership of products from initial concept through launch and continuous lifecycle management, defining gameplay, product features, user experience and product requirements with Product, Design and Engineering teams.
• Drive product decisions throughout development, ensure alignment across stakeholders, own product readiness and quality standards, facilitate product reviews and final product approvals prior to release, and partner with the Design Lead to ensure gameplay, UXVisual execution and player experience meet the highest quality expectations.
• Challenge priorities, assumptions and proposed solutions to maximise product quality and business impact, define and own product success metrics across the portfolio, and monitor KPIs including player engagement, retention, monetisation, revenue contribution, ROI and overall portfolio performance.
• Use player behaviour, product analytics and commercial insights to continuously optimise products after launch, drive product lifecycle decisions including feature evolution, optimisation, scaling and retirement, and ensure every product contributes to long-term growth and commercial success.
• Build trusted partnerships across Product, Design, Engineering, Commercial, Operations and executive leadership, provide strategic product leadership across multiple teams and initiatives, drive alignment between business objectives, customer needs and technical execution
• Collaborate closely with Sports Rights Holders and external partners to identify new product opportunities, support and mentor Product Managers, foster a strong product culture focused on customer value, innovation and quality
• And contribute to the continuous evolution of Playradar's product management practices and operating model.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 8+ years of Product Management experience, including significant leadership experience within the Gaming, Casino Games or Interactive Entertainment industry.
• Proven track record of defining and delivering commercially successful gaming products and product portfolios.
• Deep understanding of player behaviour, game mechanics, monetisation models, retention strategies and product lifecycle management.
• Strong product vision with the ability to identify future trends and translate them into successful product strategies.
• Demonstrated experience leading product discovery, innovation and concept development.
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to balance customer value, product quality and business performance.
• Outstanding strategic thinking and analytical capabilities with a data-driven approach to product decision-making.
• Experience defining product KPIs and optimising products through player insights, analytics and experimentation.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the confidence to influence senior leadership and challenge assumptions constructively.
• Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced, highly collaborative environments.
• Passion for building exceptional player experiences and maintaining an uncompromising quality bar across a product portfolio.

Preferred Skills

• Experience leading multiple product teams or mentoring senior Product Managers.
• Established network and strong market knowledge within the global gaming industry.
• Experience working with Sports Rights Holders or sports-related products.
• Experience with AI-powered product development, rapid prototyping and innovation frameworks.
• Experience working in high-growth, entrepreneurial or scale-up environments.
• Familiarity with modern product operating models and portfolio management practices.

Workplace

• Fully office-based role, with in-person collaboration, knowledge sharing, fast decision-making and team connection valued.
• Based in the Vienna, London, Ljubljana or Munich office.
• Certain exemptions may apply depending on location.

Benefits & Perks

• Collaborative environment with colleagues from all over the world, including Engineering offices in Europe, Asia and the US.
• Social events and teambuilding.
• Flexibility to manage workday and tasks with autonomy.
• A balance of structure and autonomy to tackle daily tasks.
• Vibrant and inclusive community which welcomes all participants.
• Global Employee Assistance Program.
• Calm and Reulay app, leading well-being apps designed to support focus, quality rest, mindfulness, and long-term mental resilience.
• Online training videos.
• Flexible working hours.

The Application Process

1. 1. Initial screening: a brief conversation with the Talent Acquisition Partner to discuss background, experience and career expectations.
2. 2. Interview with the hiring team: a detailed discussion focused on experience, expertise and achievements, including a presentation of the portfolio.
3. 3. Final interview: a conversation with the Executive VP of iGaming, including a product-focused discussion, problem-solving and a presentation of product vision, approach and recommendations.
4. 4. Final step: receive feedback and, if successful, an offer to join the team.

About the Company

Sportradar is the world's leading sports technology company, at the intersection between sports, media, and betting.