VP of Product & Monetization managing commercial performance and product strategy at Big Viking Games. Leading live operations and cross-functional teams for game portfolio success.
Responsibilities
Own the commercial performance, product strategy, and operational health of our games.
Balance near-term revenue optimization with long-term product and technical sustainability.
Oversee live ops cadence, promotional calendars, and feature prioritization.
Ensure monetization strategies maximize revenue while protecting long-term player trust and retention.
Lead analytics-driven decision-making across DAU, retention, churn, ARPDAU, and LTV.
Drive a disciplined experimentation culture using A/B testing and cohort analysis.
Lead and develop department heads across Product, Art, Content, QA, Production, LCM, Community, and Support.
Collaborate closely with Engineering leadership to balance feature delivery and technical debt.
Advocate for necessary migrations and foundational investments without sacrificing business continuity.
Focus on measurable impact, not experimentation for its own sake.
Requirements
Extensive Tech/Software Experience: 8+ years of experience in a technology or software environment.
Product Leadership: 3+ years in product management or product marketing.
P&L Ownership: Direct accountability for the Profit and Loss (P&L) of one or more active products.
Data-Driven Approach: Strong background in analytics, including direct ownership of real-world experimentation.
Executive Presence: Proven ability to communicate effectively at the highest levels, including with executive leadership, CEOs, and Board members.
Live Operations Expertise: Hands-on experience designing and executing live operations calendars.
Monetization & Economy: Demonstrated success in developing monetization strategies and managing game economies.
Resourcefulness: Proven track record of operating successfully in fast-moving, lean, or resource-constrained environments.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams beyond the product function alone.
Strategic/Financial Background: 3+ years of experience with a top-tier management consulting firm (MBB) or in Investment Banking.
AI/Automation Focus: Proven use of AI or automation to enhance workflows in content creation, QA, or analytics.
Portfolio Management: Experience managing multiple live products or a product portfolio.
Talent & Succession: Track record of building scalable leadership and succession systems.
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