Head of Game – Idle Bank Tycoon (f/m/d)

We are Kolibri Games - a mobile games developer from Berlin. We believe that with the best people, we can make games that players will enjoy for years to come.

Our games have defined the idle genre, and bring enjoyment to hundreds of millions of players all around the world. This is possible due to the talented people who make us who we are. ‘Kolibris’, as we call ourselves, are on a mission to continue making great games and we're looking for new talent to join our team. We strive to offer you a fair recruitment process and a great candidate experience, as well as a friendly environment to work in, with plenty of opportunities to learn and grow.

Head of Game – Idle Bank Tycoon (f/m/d)
Idle Bank Tycoon (IBT) lets players around the world build their own banking empire, one upgrade at a time. As Head of Game, you’ll set the vision for where IBT goes next and help the game keep growing for years to come.
You’ll be responsible for the game’s overall performance and long-term player value. You’ll guide the game’s leadership team and set the direction for the whole product, from new features to Live operations, with every step based on data, market insight and what players need.
You’ll report to the Product Director and manage the Producer, the Lead Designer and the Senior Product Manager for LiveOps. Together with Design, Art, Development, QA and Analytics, you’ll turn the product vision into a gameplay experience players love, one that also moves the game’s key metrics.

Responsibilities

• Shape and share the product vision and strategy for IBT, balancing business goals, market trends and player needs
• Build the product roadmap and set clear priorities, helping the team focus on the work with the biggest measurable impact on long-term player value
• Guide the full product lifecycle, from first ideas to launch and ongoing improvement, so the team delivers high-quality work on time
• Support and grow your direct reports (Producer, Lead Designer and Senior Product Manager, LiveOps) through coaching, career development and better ways of working
• Collaborate with Design, Art, Development, QA and Analytics to shape, scope and build core features, keeping everyone connected to the product vision
• Keep stakeholders informed about goals, progress and expectations, and work with our central teams (Tech, Analytics, Platforms, Growth) to align on the game’s needs and priorities
• Explore the market and study other games in relevant subgenres, then share useful insights with senior stakeholders and the team
• Find opportunities for new features and improvements using an evidence-guided approach
• Set a high standard for an intuitive, engaging player experience, and keep improving it based on player feedback and performance data
• Follow the game’s performance and run A/B tests, using data and market understanding to improve retention, monetization and player satisfaction

Required Skills

• 8+ years of experience in mobile free-to-play product roles, including at least one successful game at scale
• 3+ years managing leads from different disciplines (such as production, design and product) on a mobile F2P game
• Experience setting and carrying out the product strategy for a mobile F2P game, with clear results in retention, monetization and long-term player value
• Experience across the full product lifecycle, from concept and launch through Live operations
• Comfort working with data, including hands-on experience with BI and experimentation tools (such as Looker or Amplitude) and A/B testing, and turning insights into clear product decisions
• A solid understanding of the mobile games market, what motivates players and how competitor games work
• Experience bringing multidisciplinary teams together around a shared goal
• Clear, open communication, solid stakeholder relationships, and confidence presenting to senior leadership

Desirable Skills

• Experience with idle, tycoon or other casual simulation games
• Experience with hybrid monetization (in-app purchases and ads) and game economy design
• Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Google Play Console and App Store Connect

Kolibri Games is an equal opportunity employer. We come from 40 different countries and many different backgrounds. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, physical appearance or disability.

We are an international studio, so don’t forget to send in your application in English. Although it is not mandatory, we always appreciate a cover letter stating your motivation to join us.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Your Benefits – We’re game to support you

Competitive Salary - We believe that top performers should receive top payment

Learning Budget - We believe in learning. A generous personal learning budget to spend on learning and development, including books, workshops and attending conferences. We also offer in-house training such as coding and German classes

Flexible Working Hours and Home Office – We believe in a good work-life balance

Equipment - State-of-the-art technical equipment, including laptops and phones, which may also be used in your free time

Kolicard - We offer you a monthly flexible budget of 50 euros that you can use for a gym membership, transportation, shopping etc.

Mobility budget - We offer a monthly budget that will make your commuting to work easier

Relocation - Relocation support to help you move to Berlin

Pension - Opportunity to save for your pension tax-free

Bonus Level – We love to have a good time, too

Food and Drinks - Fresh fruits to keep you healthy and fresh coffee to keep you alert. We also have a fully stocked fridge with Smoothies, Coke, Club Mate, beer etc

Parties and Team Events - Apart from our regular parties, BBQs and movie nights we also have a team event budget you can use to buy games or sports equipment to make working here even more fun

Company Holidays - Every year we go on an amazing company holiday to relax and bond as a team

Friday Celebrations - Company-provided dinner and drinks on Friday afternoons