We are Kolibri Games - a mobile games developer from Berlin. We believe that with the best people, we can make games that players will enjoy for years to come.
Our games have defined the idle genre, and bring enjoyment to hundreds of millions of players all around the world. This is possible due to the talented people who make us who we are. ‘Kolibris’, as we call ourselves, are on a mission to continue making great games and we're looking for new talent to join our team. We strive to offer you a fair recruitment process and a great candidate experience, as well as a friendly environment to work in, with plenty of opportunities to learn and grow.
(Sr.) Producer (f/m/d) - (18-Month Contract)
Are you passionate about free-to-play games and eager to join a dynamic team working on an idle game played by millions daily? If so, this role could be ideal.
Reporting to the Head of Production, you will collaborate with the Product Lead on one of our top live games, "Idle Bank Tycoon." You'll be responsible for overseeing the entire production process, from planning new features and content to supporting live players, all while driving innovation in the free-to-play mobile market.
Please Note: This is an 18-month contract for Maternity Cover.
Responsibilities
- Manage and execute the roadmap in line with the vision and priorities set by the Product Lead.
- Build trust and ensure predictability by supporting project leads and managing the expectations of the Product Lead and various stakeholders.
- Respond to unexpected live events, lead investigations, adjust roadmaps as needed, and communicate any changes.
- Ensure alignment and facilitate communication with other teams, such as marketing and service teams.
- Lead the production team effectively and sustainably, keeping the team focused, motivated, and minimizing waste.
- Oversee sprints, monitor daily progress, and address any blockers.
- Actively contribute to the production team by sharing challenges and proposing solutions for ongoing improvements at the company level.
Required Skills
- 3+ years experience working as a Producer in the mobile free-to-play market
- Experience of the entire game life cycle from conception to release and LiveOps
- Experience in managing a game in the LiveOps stage
- Familiar with project management software and methodologies
- Strong project management, scheduling, and multi-team coordination experience
- Excellent communication skills in English, with excellent interpersonal skills
- Empathy and a feel for people
- Passionate about free-to-play mobile games
- Advanced Jira skills, including hands-on experience as a Jira administrator
Desirable Skills
- Experience in working as a Producer in a game in the LiveOps stage
Kolibri Games is an equal opportunity employer. We come from 40 different countries and many different backgrounds. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, physical appearance or disability.
We are an international studio, so don’t forget to send in your application in English. Although it is not mandatory, we always appreciate a cover letter stating your motivation to join us.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Your Benefits – We’re game to support you
Competitive Salary - We believe that top performers should receive top payment
Learning Budget - We believe in learning. A generous personal learning budget to spend on learning and development, including books, workshops and attending conferences. We also offer in-house training such as coding and German classes
Flexible Working Hours and Home Office – We believe in a good work-life balance
Equipment - State-of-the-art technical equipment, including laptops and phones, which may also be used in your free time
Health and Fitness - We pay a contribution towards a monthly gym membership or a fitness activity
Relocation - Relocation support to help you move to Berlin
Pension - Opportunity to save for your pension tax-free
Bonus Level – We love to have a good time, too
Food and Drinks - Fresh fruits to keep you healthy and fresh coffee to keep you alert. We also have a fully stocked fridge with Smoothies, Coke, Club Mate, beer etc
Parties and Team Events - Apart from our regular parties, BBQs and movie nights we also have a team event budget you can use to buy games or sports equipment to make working here even more fun
Company Holidays - Every year we go on an amazing company holiday to relax and bond as a team
Friday Celebrations - Company-provided dinner and drinks on Friday afternoons
