Lead Gameplay Producer

CD PROJEKT RED Group; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 143,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical care

Mental health support

Paid vacation

401K with employer match

LSA – $100 monthly

Parental support (RED Parents Network)

Training and courses

Welcome pack

Job summary

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a Lead Gameplay Producer to drive the production of Cyberpunk 2 and guide developers toward top-tier content. You will lead production teams, shape roadmaps, and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture in a fast-paced environment.

In-office in Boston with hybrid options, you will partner with executives to scale teams, optimize processes, and deliver ambitious, story-driven RPGs that excite players worldwide.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Producer in game development.
• Experience shipping AAA titles.
• Proven ability to collaborate across teams in the game development lifecycle.
• Led cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
• Experience building and growing teams.
• Deep understanding of pipelines and DevOps in game development.
• Proficiency with Jira and Confluence for project management.
• Proactive problem-solving with a positive attitude.
• Proficiency with project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and growth of the production team.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to align with vision and goals.
• Form and nurture cohesive, high-performing teams.
• Oversee production processes: planning, scheduling, roadmaps, requirements gathering.
• Identify bottlenecks and optimize flow with frequent integration.
• Ensure clear vision and goals across the organization.
• Drive continuous improvements and brave change.
• Grow teams in size and quality through coaching and mentoring.

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a Lead Gameplay Producer to join our team working on Cyberpunk 2, the next mainline Cyberpunk 2077 game. You’ll spearhead our production teams and elevate our game development environment to new heights. In this role you will be at the forefront of our creative endeavors, guiding our developers to deliver top-tier content and fostering an innovative, collaborative, and high-performing production culture.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Executive Producer to lead the development and growth of our production team.
• Cooperate with our leadership and cross-functional development teams, ensuring alignment with our vision and goals.
• Form and nurture cohesive, high-performing teams that are empowered to self-organize and achieve outstanding results.
• Oversee and enhance production processes, including project planning, scoping, scheduling, roadmaps, and requirements gathering, ensuring optimal efficiency.
• Identify and address bottlenecks and queues, fostering incremental delivery with frequent integration.
• Ensure that vision and goals are clearly defined, transparent, and understood at all levels of the organization.
• Advocate for actionable and beneficial improvements, challenging the status quo with bravery and innovation.
• Visualize, prioritize, and systematically remove waste and impediments, encouraging teams to own and solve their own challenges.
• Lead the growth of our teams in both size and quality through dedicated coaching and mentoring, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

Qualifications

• At least 10+ years of experience as a Producer in game development, with a proven track record of leading successful projects and managing producers.
• Experience in the development and shipping of AAA titles, showcasing the ability to manage large-scale projects.
• Proven ability to effectively collaborate across teams involved in the game development lifecycle.
• Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional teams, preferably in an Agile environment, with a focus on team empowerment and self-organization.
• Experience building and growing teams
• Deep understanding of the technical limitations and pipelines in the game development process, along with knowledge of technical engineering best practices such as test-driven development, continuous integration, and DevOps.
• Deep knowledge of Jira and Confluence tools, enabling efficient project management and collaboration.
• Proactive problem-solving skills with a positive and constructive attitude.
• Proficiency in using project management tools to streamline production processes.

Nice to have:

• A genuine passion for games and a deep understanding of the gaming industry.

Additional Information

This job requires working in Boston, US.
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.
As part of our pre-employment process, candidates selected for this position will be required to complete a background check in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).
• Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars.
• Paid leave - 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year.
• 401K with employer matching.
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more.
• Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
• RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.
• Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available.
• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet.
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
• No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.

Estimated pay range for this position:

$143,000 - $218,500USD annually.This role may be eligible for a long term incentive program (option to purchase CDPR stock after the vesting period). Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience and qualifications.

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