Tech Product Lead

Job Overview We're looking for a visionary and execution-oriented Tech Product Lead to drive the strategy, roadmap, and cross-functional delivery of playCONNECT – PLAYSTUDIOS' core technology platform. This role sits at the intersection of product, engineering, game development, and operations, playing a critical part in shaping the future of our mobile gaming ecosystem and loyalty infrastructure. As the Tech Product Lead , you'll define and evolve the product vision, lead a team of Product Managers, and ensure playCONNECT continues to scale with the needs of our growing portfolio of games and partners. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on balancing strategic thinking with day-to-day execution. Your responsibilities Product Strategy & Vision Define and champion the strategic direction of playCONNECT, ensuring alignment with PLAYSTUDIOS' overall business goals. Drive platform innovation across key areas including mobile game development support, loyalty program integration, marketing tools, data analytics, and web technologies. Roadmap Ownership & Prioritization Develop and maintain a clear, data-informed product roadmap balancing short-term execution with long-term scalability and innovation. Own the full product lifecycle (PLC), from ideation through deployment and iteration. Make critical prioritization and trade-off decisions based on business value, resource constraints, and stakeholder feedback. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with Engineering, UI/UX, Data, Marketing, playAwards, and Game Studios to ensure seamless integration of playCONNECT technologies into all products. Facilitate alignment and accountability across functions to deliver on shared goals. Team Leadership & Management Lead and mentor a team of Product Managers, fostering a high-performance culture with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Provide clear direction, growth opportunities, and regular performance feedback. Platform Scalability & Performance Oversee the reliability, scalability, and performance of playCONNECT's infrastructure, SDKs, and web tools. Proactively identify and resolve technical or architectural challenges that could impede platform growth. Stakeholder Communication & Alignment Act as the key liaison between the playCONNECT team and senior leadership, game studios, and operational teams. Ensure transparency and alignment on goals, progress, and trade-offs. User & Data-Driven Product Decisions Use analytics, user feedback, and market research to refine features, optimize user experience, and maximize value to internal and external stakeholders. Partner Integrations Lead the strategy and execution of integrating playCONNECT capabilities into partner applications. Ensure seamless technical integration, adoption, and support across various partner ecosystems. Our Requirements Fluent English is mandatory. Proven experience in leading platform or B2B2C product teams, ideally in gaming, SaaS, or loyalty ecosystems. Deep understanding of technical products, APIs, SDKs, and systems integration. Demonstrated success in building and scaling internal platforms that support multiple products and stakeholders. Strong analytical skills with experience using data to inform decisions. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization. Experience managing and mentoring product managers in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Bonus If You Have Background in mobile gaming, loyalty programs, or digital rewards. Experience with productizing internal tools for external partner adoption. Familiarity with agile product development methodologies. Benefits & Perks Participation in our equity scheme Performance-based discretionary bonus Medical insurance for yourself and your dependents (spouse, children)Open, creative office space with a fully-stocked pantry in Duxton Hill Catered lunches once-per-week + sponsored food delivery as-needed APPLICATION: Interested candidates, please press 'Apply' to make an application at our careers portal with your resume attached. All information provided by applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used for recruitment purposes only. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3-5 business days. #J-18808-Ljbffr