Game Development Manager- Boardgames

Ravensburger; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Purchase Program

Flexible working time

Mobile working up to 40%

PTO 25 days

12 paid holidays

Health insurance (UnitedHealthcare)

Job summary

Ravensburger in Seattle is seeking a Game Development Manager to lead high‑quality games from concept to launch, partnering with a global development team to meet time, cost, and quality targets.

You will scout new ideas with inventors, coordinate licensing, analyze market trends, and collaborate with product management to deliver entertaining experiences for Mass Market and hobby audiences.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of product development or design experience in games industry.
• Experience designing or developing games for Mass Market, Hobby, or Specialty.
• Strong project management and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Build and iterate on games from ideation to launch; define mechanics, rules, copy, and editing.
• Scout new game ideas by meeting inventors at fairs and consumer shows; provide feedback.
• Coordinate with licensing partners and ensure approval processes.
• Analyze consumer needs and market opportunities through research and focus groups.
• Collaborate with product management and global teams.

Skills

Game development

Project management

Communication skills

Team player

Independence

Job description

We at Ravensburger are both a truly global company and a family. As a bunch full of different characters and personalities with heart and a passion for achieving our goals together, we offer a great range of entertainment for children and families. What drives us forward? A shared sense of purpose. Together we are working on creating something meaningful - pure fulfillment for your career!

This is what we need you for

As a Game Development Manager, you are responsible for developing high-quality games for diverse audiences that are in line with the category’s product strategy, working in close cooperation with a global development team. You will support inventor relations, brief and source promising product ideas, and develop products in time, at cost, and at the quality level required for successful commercialization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Build and iterate on games from ideation to launch, carrying responsibility for content development, e.g. mechanics, rules, copy & editing. Packaging and component needs are defined in collaboration with inventors and a global project team (among others: product manager, art director, technical developer, project manager)
• Scout new game ideas and meet inventors by travelling to retail fair and consumer shows (primarily in the US), give timely feedback on concepts, evaluate and improve prototypes, run focus groups and playtesting sessions.
• Communicate product intentions and requirements to licensing partners and ensure a smooth and compliant approval process.
• In collaboration with product management, define consumer needs and market opportunities by analyzing industry trends, conducting consumer research, focus groups, online & retail store checks.
• Other duties as assigned

This is what you can score highly with

• 5+ years of relevant product development or design experience in the games industry.
• Successfully designed or developed games for Mass Market, Hobby, or Specialty in previous positions.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to take ownership for accomplishing assigned tasks in time. Able to set priorities and keep to projected schedules.
• Strong passion for games, with the ability to develop outstanding games with high replay value, always having the target audience in mind.
• Team player with excellent communication skills both external and internal, working with a global team that develops products for both national and international target groups.
• Knowledge of consumer product marketing, with in-depth knowledge of the board games industry and modern gaming trends.
• Consumer oriented, creative, motivated, and entrepreneurial thinking.
• Ability to function independently with a high level of integrity and professionalism.
• Solid negotiation skills. Ability to maximize value for the organization.

Salary Range: $90,000-$102,000 USD

Employee Purchase Program

Get awesome discounts on various products. Sweet deals just for you!

With our flexible working time models, you can easily manage your job and your private life. Depending on your role,

With our flexible working time models, you can easily manage your job and your private life. Depending on your role,

mobile working of up to 40% can be arranged.

New parents get 8 weeks paid leave. Birth, adoption, or placement of a child. Time to bond!

Personal Insurances

Customize your coverage with home, car, pet, travel, legal, jewelry, and identity theft insurance. All-around protection!

Save big on taxes!

With Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), you can allocate part of your paycheck for medical or dependent care expenses. Enjoy more cash in your pocket and smart savings!

Secure your future

You can defer up to an annual maximum based on current year IRS regulations. If you're 50 or older, you can make a “catch-up” contribution based on allowable IRS regulations.

• Safe Harbor: Get a 100% match on the first 4% of your elective deferral per payroll period with True-up.
• Immediate Vesting: Enjoy 100% immediate vesting from day one.

Stay healthy, stay happy!

Join us and enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive coverage tailored just for you! You get a top-notch health package with UnitedHealthcare. Medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions are all covered. Plus, 100% in-network preventive care.

Your Days Off

Enjoy up to 25 days of PTO per year. Use them for vacation, sick days, or personal time. Take a break, you deserve it! Plus, enjoy 12 paid holidays each year, aligned with US or Canadian federal holidays.

Salary Range: $90,000-$102,000 USD

At Ravensburger North America, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe that diversity enriches our organization and fuels innovation and creativity, enabling us to deliver exceptional products and experiences to our customers.

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us directly, and we will work to support your needs.