Senior Product Manager (Hybrid)

Big Viking Games; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic gaming studio in Toronto is seeking a Senior Product Manager to oversee the product vision and player experience for a new multiplayer social game. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of product management experience in the gaming industry, with a strong understanding of Unity development. This role offers the opportunity to lead product lifecycle efforts and shape player experiences from the ground up, supported by a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous time off policies

Competitive salary

Group RRSP matching

Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of product management experience in gaming, particularly in live-service or MMO games.
• Experience launching new titles successfully from concept to scale.
• Strong grasp of game monetization and engagement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the lifecycle of a new multiplayer social game from concept through launch.
• Define core gameplay loops and player progression systems.
• Prioritize development efforts based on insights and market trends.

Skills

Product lifecycle management

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

User-centered design

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

MBA or equivalent experience

Tools

Unity

Data analytics tools

Job description

Overview

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Important : This a full-time, hybrid role for Ontario-based employees only. The successful candidate will be required to work from our Toronto office (Harbourfront) for a minimum of 3 days per week.

About Us :

Making fans - That's what we're all about! Since our humble beginnings in 2011, these two words have driven Big Viking Games to become the successful company it is today. We are focused on making our mark as a next-generation, live operations games company.

We believe that each Viking is unique and brings exponential value to the company. In return, we provide Vikings with the opportunity to solve problems through continuous learning and fostering feedback, ultimately mastering their craft. By investing in our Vikings and in new technologies, we can continue our success for years to come.

We are embarking on an adventure and rely on our team of skilled, enthusiastic, and collaborative Vikings to turn our ship towards a new horizon.

About the Role :

We're building something big—a new, real-time multiplayer social game from the ground up using Unity. Designed to scale across platforms and deliver rich, engaging live experiences, this game blends immersive customization, social gameplay, and event-driven economies.

As Senior Product Manager, you'll own the product vision, roadmap, and player experience for a brand-new title. You'll work cross-functionally to define what makes this game sticky, scalable, and successful—from first-time user experience (FTUE) to monetization to live operations.

This is a high-impact, high-ownership role where your work will directly shape how players experience and connect in this world. You'll be joining a team of industry leaders in massive multiplayer online (MMO) development and live operations, with a proven track record of building thriving, long-lasting game communities.

What You\'ll Do :

• Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle of a new social MMO game—from concept through launch and beyond.
• Define the core gameplay loop, feature set, and player progression systems in partnership with design, art, and engineering leads.
• Build and maintain a clear product roadmap that balances FTUE, monetization, scalability, and player delight.
• Prioritize development efforts using player insights, market trends, and business goals.
• Own and optimize the first-time user experience to drive long-term engagement and retention.
• Develop and implement monetization systems including in-app purchases, subscriptions, VIP programs, and live event-driven economies.
• Use analytics to measure player behaviour, inform product decisions, and iterate rapidly.
• Stay on top of industry trends and emerging mechanics in social and MMO games to inform strategic direction.
• Work closely with product marketing and community to support growth, engagement, and player communication strategies.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to plan for phased content releases, live events, and game evolution post-launch

Requirements

What We\'re Looking For :

• 5+ years of product management experience in the gaming industry, ideally in live-service, MMO, or social games.
• Demonstrated success shipping and scaling products zero-to-one.
• Strong understanding of Unity development or similar engines.
• Experience crafting user-centric onboarding and retention strategies.
• Proven ability to balance creative vision with business and technical realities.
• Keen attention to detail, so you\'ll notice that we\'ve asked you to mention \'Kattegat\' in your application.
• Deep understanding of game monetization, engagement systems, and live ops.
• Analytical mindset with experience using data to make product decisions and measure success.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and storytelling skills—able to unite cross-functional teams behind a vision.
• Bachelor\'s degree in a relevant field; MBA or equivalent experience is a plus

Bonus Points If You Have :

• Experience launching new games (especially social or MMO titles) from scratch.
• Familiarity with platforms like Xsolla, Stripe, or Coda for IAP and payment infrastructure.
• Strong grasp of player psychology and behavioral design.
• Comfort operating in agile, fast-moving teams

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, and vision) including Health + Wellness spending account
• Generous time off policies
• Competitive salary
• Group RRSP matching & participation
• Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

We\'ve built and scaled some of the most beloved live-service games in the industry—and now we\'re doing it again. If you\'re looking to build something new, shape the player experience from day one, and work with a team that truly understands MMOs and live ops, we\'d love to meet you! Apply now.

Big Viking Games is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and will provide accommodations throughout the hiring process as needed. If you require any accommodations, please email [e-mail] so we can work with you to support your needs.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting