Head of Product Management, Health Systems
NateraSalary not specified
Full Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Gaming, Interactive EntertainmentIndustries
Requirements
- 5+ years experience in product management in consumer products
- Experience in consumer mobile or game development experience is preferred but not required
- Ability to build wire-frames, product specifications and white papers
- Experience with managing dynamic applications and multivariate testing
- Able to lead, motivate, and develop a team, including those who do not directly report to you
- Exceptional data analysis and problem solving skills. SQL querying abilities is a strong plus
- Strong project management skills and the ability to present work to the executive team
- A passion for games, creating fun and compelling user experiences
- Outstanding written/oral, organizational, analytical skills, and attention to detail
- Ability to provide clear direction, set measurable goals, and give insight on industry and competitor trends
- Consumer mobile or game development experience
Responsibilities
- Help multiple global teams manage the end-to-end lifecycle(s) of complex products spanning multiple feature areas
- Write and consult on specs, overcome design challenges and take the lead for promoting interoperability and scale
- Drive the overall research strategy, driving the usage of core innovative game technology
- Ensure that product decisions are based on in-depth data analysis
- Develop deep insights into customer needs and how the roadmap addresses those needs through strong customer empathy
- Drive strategy for the team in collaboration with leadership
- Provide management for CPM team members, and mentorship for PMs throughout the company
- Provide oversight and guidance for more junior PMs on their projects and be a key stakeholder or owner for initiatives with other teams
- Coordinate Product Managers across multiple products; work with their team to set clear/measurable objectives
- Ensure the team is effectively crafting project plans based on priorities, and ultimately driving positive business outcomes
- Deliver vision & strategy, monitor product progression and partner with central publishing teams and/or game teams for delivering initiatives
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What are the main responsibilities of the Director of Product role?
The role involves managing end-to-end product lifecycles for complex products, driving research strategy and data analysis, providing mentorship to PMs, coordinating Product Managers across multiple products, and delivering vision and strategy.
Is this a remote position or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary or compensation for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What kind of team will I be working with in this role?
You will be part of the Central Product Management (CPM) team, helping multiple global teams, managing CPM team members, providing mentorship to PMs company-wide, and coordinating Product Managers across multiple products.
What makes a strong candidate for the Director of Product position?
Strong candidates should have experience using user data for direction and performance, strong customer empathy for insights, ability to drive strategy with leadership, and skills in data analysis, research strategy, and mentoring PMs.
Zynga
Develops social games for mobile platforms
About Zynga
Zynga develops social games primarily for mobile and web platforms, with popular titles like FarmVille and Words With Friends. Their games are designed to be engaging and accessible, featuring social elements that allow players to connect with friends. This focus on social interaction helps keep users engaged and encourages them to return to the games. Zynga targets casual gamers who prefer quick and easy entertainment on their smartphones and tablets. The company uses a freemium model, offering free downloads with optional in-game purchases for enhancements and generating revenue through advertising. Zynga also partners with organizations like Amazon Prime and educational initiatives to expand its reach and support social causes.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
$841.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, GamingIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Compensation - Competitive salary, performance bonuses, opportunities for equity participation, retirement/pension savings support programs
Health - Medical, Dental, Vision covered for employees with participation for employees eligible dependents as well as Disability and life insurance program
Family - Generous parental leave for birth parents, partners and adoptive families. Infertility support, emergency child care and flexible time-off policies
Wellness - Gym benefits, wellness programs, employee assistance programs and generous time-off policies
Food - Food and snacks made in-house or delivered, healthy snack kitchens with drinks and treats, coffee bars, regular social gatherings and happy hours
Work & Life - Flexible time-off policies (DTO), office rest areas, gaming spaces, employee discounts and more
Transit Benefits - Shuttle service in select locations, commuter/parking benefits, secure bicycle storage, business travel assistance
Resource Groups - Women at Zynga (WAZ), zCares charitable giving, zParents, zEndurance adventure club, BZU, zPride LGBTQ+ inclusion and belonging
Risks
Chartboost acquisition by LoopMe may disrupt Zynga's advertising strategies.
IBM's patent lawsuit win could lead to financial liabilities for Zynga.
Star Wars: Hunters on PC may face competition from established PC games.
Differentiation
Zynga's games incorporate social elements, enhancing user engagement and retention.
The freemium model allows Zynga to attract a broad audience with free-to-play games.
Strategic partnerships expand Zynga's reach and support social causes.
Upsides
Cross-platform gaming enhances user engagement, as seen with Star Wars: Hunters.
Real-world brand integration in games opens new revenue streams, like with Toyo Tires.
High-profile celebrity marketing boosts visibility, as with Kit Harington for Game of Thrones.
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