Operations Lead

8Bit - Games Industry Recruitment; España; A distancia; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading gaming technology firm is seeking a Research Leader to build and oversee their player insights function. You will lead the game's user research efforts, collaborating with various teams to enhance product outcomes. This role demands 5+ years of experience in game user research and the ability to thrive in a remote, fast-paced environment. Join a company that's pioneering in gaming innovation.

Servicios

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

All necessary equipment provided

Formación

• 5+ years in game user research or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of player behavior, user psychology, and game development processes.
• Hands-on experience with both qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Proven leadership or mentoring experience.
• Organized, proactive, and thrives in a remote, fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Build and lead the end-to-end game user research function.
• Conduct and oversee qualitative and quantitative research.
• Lead, coach, and grow the internal research team.
• Collaborate with Sales and BD teams on research conversations.
• Partner with product, design, and engineering teams on research.

Conocimientos

Game user research

Player behavior expertise

User psychology knowledge

Qualitative and quantitative research methods

Leadership skills

Descripción del empleo

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Our client is seeking a research leader to build, scale, and own their player insights function. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of game studios, players, and technology, where your expertise will directly shape product and business outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and lead the end-to-end game user research function (frameworks, methodologies, team structure)
• Conduct and oversee qualitative and quantitative research (surveys, playtests, interviews, usability studies)
• Lead, coach, and grow the internal research team, defining standards and nurturing talent
• Collaborate with Sales and BD teams on pre-sales research conversations and proposals
• Partner with product, design, and engineering teams to embed research across the development lifecycle

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years in game user research or related roles
• Strong knowledge of player behavior, user psychology, and game development processes
• Hands-on experience with both qualitative and quantitative methods
• Proven leadership or mentoring experience
• Organized, proactive, and thrives in a remote, fast-paced environment

WHAT THEY OFFER

• Fully remote work with flexible hours
• All necessary equipment is provided to ensure success in the role
• Be part of a forward-thinking company at the intersection of gaming, research, and innovation

ABOUT

Our client is a pioneering gaming technology company focused on enabling Growth for Games and Rewards for Gamers. It helps game studios scale through playtesting, user acquisition, and retention tools while providing gamers with rewarding opportunities.

Size of the studio: 50 people