Game Producer: Platform Games

Atari; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Atari is reimagining its classic arcade catalog as short-session games for Reddit, MSN and emerging channels. We seek a Game Producer to own the pipeline end to end, shaping game strategy, turning concepts into shipped live titles, and keeping developers, designers, QA and external studios moving in sync.

The ideal candidate will lead multiple titles in a fast-paced, remote setting, coordinating agile planning, platform submissions, IP clearance, and live‑ops to maximize engagement and revenue.

Qualifications

• Shipped games end to end with internal and external teams.
• Experience with Unity and HTML5 pipelines.
• Hands‑on experience with agile/scrum planning in a live production pipeline.
• Strong PM and communication skills; comfortable juggling multiple titles at once.
• Experience with platform partner launch/certification requirements.
• Experience managing external studio/vendor relationships and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Own each title across its full lifecycle: strategy, concept, production, testing, launch and live‑ops.
• Shape game strategy and pitch new concepts and IP for the roster.
• Coordinate internal developers/designers and external studios, unblocking the team to hit timelines.
• Run agile/scrum planning: sprint schedules, standups and roadmap tracking across multiple titles at once.
• Own and keep the game tracker/dashboard current: status, ownership, timelines.
• Manage platform partner relationships (Reddit, MSN): format, submission and certification.
• Manage external studio and vendor relationships, and drive IP intake and rights clearance with legal/licensing.
• Own KPIs (games live, revenue/daily player, engagement) and drive initiatives to improve them; report weekly.
• Manage risk across game timelines: flag slippage early and drive mitigation and release management.
• Scout new IP and channels (Discord, YouTube Playables, Telegram) for expansion.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Agile / Scrum

Multi-title management

Platform launches

Vendor management

Tools

Unity

HTML5

Job description

About Atari

Founded in 1972, Atari is one of the world’s most iconic consumer brands and a pioneer in the video game industry, recognized worldwide for its multi-platform games and licensed products. Atari owns and/or manages a portfolio of more than 400 games and franchises, including globally recognized brands such as Asteroids®, Centipede®, Missile Command®, Pong®, and RollerCoaster Tycoon®.

The Atari family of brands includes Digital Eclipse, Nightdive Studios, Infogrames, AtariAge, MobyGames, as well as Coatsink, Early Morning Studios, and Stormteller Games—spanning game development, publishing, and community experiences worldwide. Today, Atari Inc. continues to build on its legacy by developing games, hardware, and experiences that honor the past while driving innovation for the future.

Over the past two years, we've been building Atari India, a growing team that plays a critical role in supporting our global operations. We're proud of the team we've assembled so far, and we’re just getting started. As part of a lean, high-impact organization, the team in India works closely with colleagues in North America and Europe on projects that move the company forward. Whether you're helping launch a new game, keeping our infrastructure secure, or supporting day‑to‑day operations, your work here matters. Join us as we continue to grow Atari India and build the future of a legendary brand.

Position: Game Producer : Platform Games
Experience: 3–6 years
Location: Remote (requires core overlap with Europe/India time zones)
Employment Type: Contractual(3 months)

Overview

We're reimagining Atari's classic arcade catalog as short‑session games for Reddit, MSN and emerging channels. We need a Game Producer to own the pipeline end to end, shaping game strategy, turning concepts into shipped live titles, and keeping developers, designers, QA and external studios moving in sync.

What You'll Do

• Own each title across its full lifecycle: strategy, concept, production, testing, launch and live‑ops
• Shape game strategy and pitch new concepts and IP for the roster
• Coordinate internal developers/designers and external studios, unblocking the team to hit timelines
• Run agile/scrum planning: sprint schedules, standups and roadmap tracking across multiple titles at once
• Own and keep the game tracker/dashboard current: status, ownership, timelines
• Manage platform partner relationships (Reddit, MSN): format, submission and certification
• Manage external studio and vendor relationships, and drive IP intake and rights clearance with legal/licensing
• Own KPIs (games live, revenue/daily player, engagement) and drive initiatives to improve them; report weekly
• Manage risk across game timelines: flag slippage early and drive mitigation and release management
• Scout new IP and channels (Discord, YouTube Playables, Telegram) for expansion

Qualifications

Required

• Shipped games end to end, managing both internal and external/outsourced teams
• Working knowledge of Unity and HTML5 pipelines, and staying current with platform game technology
• Hands‑on experience with agile/scrum planning and sprint scheduling in a live production pipeline
• Strong PM and communication skills; comfortable juggling multiple titles at once
• Experience with platform partner launch/certification requirements
• Experience managing external studio/vendor relationships and timeline risk

Preferred

• Passion for retro/arcade gaming and the Atari IP library
• Comfort using data (dashboards, revenue‑per‑player) to make ship/stop calls

Why Join Us?

• Build in gaming, not just hire for it: real ownership and direct access to leadership
• Ambitious, collaborative, genuinely fun team

EEO Statement

Atari is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to equal employment regardless of race, religion or lack thereof, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.