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Overview

Project Managers are responsible for overseeing several large, complex game development initiatives throughout the complete project management lifecycle. They work in a highly collaborative environment to drive and support development and ensure the delivery of high-quality games on schedule. This includes planning and coordinating all aspects of game projects from inception through regulatory submission.

This role serves as a central point of coordination for cross-functional game development contributors, including Producers, Project Managers, Graphic Artists, Mathematicians, Developers, Technical Artists, Test Engineers, and, occasionally, third-party contractors.

Essential Functions:

Work with fellow Project Managers to facilitate game development initiatives, support business goals, and identify best practices.
Facilitate the development and delivery of game projects from inception through submission, managing less complex product lines and/or markets with oversight as needed and increasingly complex product lines and/or markets with appropriate guidance.
Support higher-level Project Manager team members with game projects of advanced complexity for assigned market(s).
Engage with project teams to develop iteration plans that deliver against the roadmap and/or game design vision, with oversight as needed.
Maintain up-to-date project documentation, notes, meeting outcomes, and schedules with game teams.
Develop, track, and report on project progress, resources (e.g., staff, assets, and time), and project metrics using a variety of reporting methods.
Identify and monitor project risks, issues, change requests, and mitigation plans in accordance with development management strategies.
Serve as a liaison for cross-functional team requests, including prioritizing requests based on their impact on the game development process.
Review delivered results and team performance.
Analyze and remove project barriers and roadblocks, with assistance as needed.
Facilitate effective information flow among project team members.
Adapt and improve by applying lessons learned from past challenges and constructive feedback to the game production process.
Utilize knowledge of market influences to support IGT product development projects and patent proposals.
Support the team, studio, and/or business with unique tasks or project requests outside the routine game development responsibilities of Project Managers.

Skills Development

Business & Role:

Develop knowledge of IGT legacy games and competitor products.
Build knowledge of advanced IGT product lines and their specification requirements by playing games, reviewing internally available information, and interacting with employees involved in the game development process.
Strengthen working knowledge of IGT financial management processes.
Develop a moderate understanding of the technical aspects of game products, including game math rules, graphic interfaces, and related components.

Soft Skills:

Engage with higher-level Producer team members to strengthen working knowledge of conflict resolution techniques and outcomes.
Develop proficiency in understanding the key factors that determine prioritization of project assignments, game development initiatives, and tasks across cross-functional game development teams.
Support lower-level Project Managers with game development project assignments by providing time, guidance, and assistance.
Develop the ability to clearly articulate projects, challenges, and project status to higher-level IGT teams and external interested parties, with oversight as needed.

Industry & Market:

Research target market(s) for products across home and global studios and demonstrate an understanding of relevant market segmentation and product requirements.
Research gaming industry trends and identify their potential impact on current or historical game development projects.
Strengthen knowledge of gaming regulatory requirements and changes to applicable regulations.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Experience managing projects and leading cross-functional project teams.
Knowledge of low- and moderately complex IGT product lines and markets.
Awareness of market segmentation within the gaming industry and applicable gaming regulatory requirements.
Experience with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, or similar programs.
Ability to identify needs and opportunities and develop effective solutions.
Ability to communicate ideas and direction effectively to a cross-functional game development team.
Demonstrated success delivering quality products through consistent achievement of milestones from inception through completion.
Familiarity with software engineering and project management techniques and methodologies.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

3–6 years of experience managing projects and leading project teams.
Agile, Scrum, or PMI certification.
Proficient knowledge of the IGT game development process and the responsibilities of cross-functional game development contributors.

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IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We thank all applicants for their for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.

At IGT, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including skills, experience, education, and geographic location. These factors may result in variation in starting pay. The estimated starting compensation range for this role is $55,177-$156,700 USD, based on a good-faith assessment at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary. IGT complies with all applicable pay transparency and compensation laws and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.

Base pay is one component of IGT’s total rewards program. Depending on the role, employees may be eligible for bonus or commission opportunities. IGT also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include a 401(k) savings plan with company contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and other wellness programs, subject to eligibility requirements.

IGT is the global leader in gaming. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.

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