2K Games, Inc.
Head of Product Sparks Glencoe, Maryland, United States
2K Games, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Firaxis Games, founded in 1996, is a world-renowned game development studio known for building games that stand the test of time. Under the creative direction of Sid Meier, Firaxis has released many hit titles across multiple platforms and is recognized as an industry leader in game development.
Vision
Make Life Epic… for our Players, our Community and all Firaxians. Core Values Be Accountable
— Own Outcomes, Be Honest and Treat Feedback as a Gift. Allow Space For Failure, Share Your Excitement and Let Passion Drive Outcomes. People First
— Treat People With Respect, Create A Culture Of Belonging And Act With Empathy. Work Smart
— Solve For Efficiency, Focus On Collaboration And Prioritize Improvement. Gameplay Focused
— Deliver Quality Game Experiences, Take Pride In Your Work And Put Players At The Center Of Every Decision. What We Need
As Head of Product on Civilization, you will partner with the studio, project and publishing leadership teams to drive the development of actionable and strategic business plans. Your role reports to the Studio Head and you will leverage market trends, UX research, and player telemetry to uncover insights and growth opportunities for the Civilization franchise. The ideal candidate must have a deep understanding of and love for Civilization and 4X Grand Strategy gameplay. This role requires experience in large-scale game development, exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of motivating and guiding large, diverse teams. You will help shape the product roadmap and inspire cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional player experiences. What You Will Do
Strategic Leadership
— Partner with game team leadership to create and communicate product roadmaps aligned with the company\'s vision and goals. Drive alignment across key studio, franchise and product stakeholders to execute long-term strategic plans that drive growth, innovation, and market leadership. Bring expertise in strategy games, understanding competitor titles, market trends, and best-in-class mechanics to guide product decisions. Inspire, mentor and develop senior leaders; foster a high-performance culture that encourages innovation and accountability. Embed Firaxis values into daily decision-making, team workflows, and leadership practices. Demonstrate leadership expectations and hold others accountable to standards. Champion a data-informed culture focused on continuous experimentation, hypothesis testing, and iteration. Own the game health reporting process, analyze key metrics, and provide strategic recommendations for franchise growth. Translate market and player behavior trends into actionable insights for design, roadmap priorities, and engagement strategies. Partner with the Executive Producer to drive a global development strategy and manage cost to quality balance. Multifunctional Collaboration
Foster collaboration across game design, production, and other teams to drive innovation and shared learning. Partner with Publisher/Developer teams to ensure alignment across product management, production, growth, data, insights, and QA. Collaborate with creative leadership, producers and analysts to set clear KPIs and refine the experimentation roadmap. Define telemetry requirements, implement tracking, and optimize reporting and visualization tools. Business Ownership
Partner with project leadership and publisher to define franchise and product P&Ls. Control costs and target impactful investments. Identify and manage project and portfolio risks; ensure proactive problem-solving and contingency planning. Integrate product roadmaps into overall business planning with the publisher to reflect goals and fiscal year targets. Who We Believe Will Be An Excellent Fit
10+ years in the gaming industry with deep understanding of game development and publishing cycles. Strong business acumen and design sensibility, with the ability to connect player behavior to market outcomes and create data-informed product strategies. Expert knowledge of market trends, business models, and customer preferences across genres, platforms, and demographics. Experience in evaluating design, UX, and in-game economies to optimize player engagement. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to distill data into actionable insights and pitch to leadership. Exceptional communication and leadership skills to unite cross-functional teams and drive business impact. Strong team communication to build consensus and align subject experts on complex problems. Great attention to detail while prioritizing needs and deadlines. Experience with statistical tools. A deep passion for strategy gaming and understanding of the genre and industry trends. Studio Legacy
— Firaxis has a history of award-winning titles and industry recognition, along with a culture focused on work-life balance and community involvement. We offer on-site amenities, wellness initiatives, and opportunities to contribute to local charities. Equal Opportunity
— We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The statements above describe the general content and requirements for satisfactory performance in this position and are not exhaustive. We will ensure reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process. If you require accommodation, please inform your recruiter or coordinator. By applying, you consent to our privacy notice regarding the collection and use of personal data. For details, see the privacy notice linked in the job posting. Please note that we do not contact applicants via instant messaging apps or personal email accounts.
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Make Life Epic… for our Players, our Community and all Firaxians. Core Values Be Accountable
— Own Outcomes, Be Honest and Treat Feedback as a Gift. Allow Space For Failure, Share Your Excitement and Let Passion Drive Outcomes. People First
— Treat People With Respect, Create A Culture Of Belonging And Act With Empathy. Work Smart
— Solve For Efficiency, Focus On Collaboration And Prioritize Improvement. Gameplay Focused
— Deliver Quality Game Experiences, Take Pride In Your Work And Put Players At The Center Of Every Decision. What We Need
As Head of Product on Civilization, you will partner with the studio, project and publishing leadership teams to drive the development of actionable and strategic business plans. Your role reports to the Studio Head and you will leverage market trends, UX research, and player telemetry to uncover insights and growth opportunities for the Civilization franchise. The ideal candidate must have a deep understanding of and love for Civilization and 4X Grand Strategy gameplay. This role requires experience in large-scale game development, exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of motivating and guiding large, diverse teams. You will help shape the product roadmap and inspire cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional player experiences. What You Will Do
Strategic Leadership
— Partner with game team leadership to create and communicate product roadmaps aligned with the company\'s vision and goals. Drive alignment across key studio, franchise and product stakeholders to execute long-term strategic plans that drive growth, innovation, and market leadership. Bring expertise in strategy games, understanding competitor titles, market trends, and best-in-class mechanics to guide product decisions. Inspire, mentor and develop senior leaders; foster a high-performance culture that encourages innovation and accountability. Embed Firaxis values into daily decision-making, team workflows, and leadership practices. Demonstrate leadership expectations and hold others accountable to standards. Champion a data-informed culture focused on continuous experimentation, hypothesis testing, and iteration. Own the game health reporting process, analyze key metrics, and provide strategic recommendations for franchise growth. Translate market and player behavior trends into actionable insights for design, roadmap priorities, and engagement strategies. Partner with the Executive Producer to drive a global development strategy and manage cost to quality balance. Multifunctional Collaboration
Foster collaboration across game design, production, and other teams to drive innovation and shared learning. Partner with Publisher/Developer teams to ensure alignment across product management, production, growth, data, insights, and QA. Collaborate with creative leadership, producers and analysts to set clear KPIs and refine the experimentation roadmap. Define telemetry requirements, implement tracking, and optimize reporting and visualization tools. Business Ownership
Partner with project leadership and publisher to define franchise and product P&Ls. Control costs and target impactful investments. Identify and manage project and portfolio risks; ensure proactive problem-solving and contingency planning. Integrate product roadmaps into overall business planning with the publisher to reflect goals and fiscal year targets. Who We Believe Will Be An Excellent Fit
10+ years in the gaming industry with deep understanding of game development and publishing cycles. Strong business acumen and design sensibility, with the ability to connect player behavior to market outcomes and create data-informed product strategies. Expert knowledge of market trends, business models, and customer preferences across genres, platforms, and demographics. Experience in evaluating design, UX, and in-game economies to optimize player engagement. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to distill data into actionable insights and pitch to leadership. Exceptional communication and leadership skills to unite cross-functional teams and drive business impact. Strong team communication to build consensus and align subject experts on complex problems. Great attention to detail while prioritizing needs and deadlines. Experience with statistical tools. A deep passion for strategy gaming and understanding of the genre and industry trends. Studio Legacy
— Firaxis has a history of award-winning titles and industry recognition, along with a culture focused on work-life balance and community involvement. We offer on-site amenities, wellness initiatives, and opportunities to contribute to local charities. Equal Opportunity
— We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The statements above describe the general content and requirements for satisfactory performance in this position and are not exhaustive. We will ensure reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process. If you require accommodation, please inform your recruiter or coordinator. By applying, you consent to our privacy notice regarding the collection and use of personal data. For details, see the privacy notice linked in the job posting. Please note that we do not contact applicants via instant messaging apps or personal email accounts.
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