Skillz

Senior Manager, Player Operations

Skillz$160K *
Consumer Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in Operations, Customer Support, or related fields in a tech or consumer-facing environment.
  • Experience leading cross-functional initiatives across multiple operational teams.
  • Proven skills in process optimization and operational scalability.
  • Background in establishing operational metrics and governance frameworks.
  • Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision making.
  • Prior experience in people management, including coaching and team development.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and scale player operations programs to enhance player experience.
  • Drive collaboration across Product, Engineering, Payments, Compliance, and Operations teams.
  • Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities.
  • Establish operational governance frameworks and performance reporting.
  • Work with stakeholders to define requirements and drive operational initiatives.
  • Develop a high-performing team by setting objectives and fostering growth.

Benefits

  • Dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and player experience.
  • Opportunity to shape and define operational strategies in a leading gaming company.
  • Access to professional development and team-building resources.
  • Collaborative culture focused on accountability and high performance.
  • Participation in exciting projects that redefine the gaming industry.
Full Job Description
About the Role

This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll partner with senior stakeholders to optimize player operations, streamline processes, and create exceptional experiences for millions of players worldwide.

Responsibilities
  • Lead and scale Player Operations programs across player support, payments, escalations, and retention-related workflows to deliver a seamless player experience.
  • Drive cross-functional alignment between Product, Engineering, Payments, Compliance, VIP, and Operations teams, ensuring priorities are clearly communicated and executed.
  • Identify, prioritize, and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and operational efficiencies that improve scalability, quality, and cost effectiveness.
  • Establish and oversee operational governance frameworks, including quality assurance, performance monitoring, reporting, and change management processes.
  • Partner with stakeholders to define business requirements, influence prioritization, and drive successful execution of operational initiatives.
  • Develop and lead a high-performing team by setting clear objectives, driving accountability, and fostering continuous improvement and professional growth.

Key Competencies
  • Operational Excellence: Demonstrates a track record of improving processes, increasing efficiency, and driving scalable operational solutions.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Builds strong partnerships across teams and aligns stakeholders around common goals and priorities.
  • Strategic Execution: Translates business objectives into actionable plans and delivers results through disciplined execution.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Uses data and insights to identify opportunities, measure impact, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Change Management: Effectively leads operational change initiatives and drives adoption across teams and stakeholders.
  • People Leadership: Coaches, develops, and motivates teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.

Experience
  • 8+ years of experience in Operations, Customer Support, Player Experience, Program Management, Business Operations, or related functions within a fast-paced technology or consumer-facing environment.
  • Proven experience leading cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and operational teams.
  • Demonstrated success driving process optimization, workflow automation, and operational scalability.
  • Experience establishing operational metrics, quality programs, governance frameworks, and performance reporting.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using data to drive business decisions and operational improvements.
  • Prior people management experience, including coaching, performance management, and team development.

Total Starting Compensation including Base + Bonus + Equity: $160,000

Location: Onsite, Las Vegas, NV

Join Skillz and Let's Redefine the Boundaries of Gaming!

Together, we'll create a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive. We look forward to having you on board!

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About Skillz

Skillz is an online mobile multiplayer video game competition platform that is integrated into a number of iOS and Android games. Players use it to compete in competitions against other players across the world.
Learn more about Skillz
Market Cap
$200.2 million
Industry
Net Income
-$122.9 million
Founded
2012
Revenue
$67.7 million
NASDAQ

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