Senior Product Manager, Overwatch Rush

At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share. Through unparalleled creativity and storytelling, we create immersive universes and iconic characters that are beloved across platforms, borders, backgrounds, and generations, made possible by building a work environment that nurtures the artistry of game development and unleashes the aspirations of our people.

As a Senior Product Manager on Overwatch Rush, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing the player experience. You will apply your expertise in product management and passion for gaming to drive the success of the game across areas such as meta feature design, economy, progression, and social systems. Join our talented and dedicated team to build the next generation of epic entertainment experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Define the strategy, roadmap and delivery plans for your areas of responsibility, aligning them with the overall game experience and key performance metrics.
• Partner with design leadership to develop features from concept through iteration, producing clear product requirements and acceptance criteria and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.
• Drive experimentation and optimisation initiatives that balance retention, engagement and monetisation to achieve business goals while maintaining a player-first experience.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams–including game designers, engineers, artists, analysts, UX/UI specialists, consumer insights specialists, and game user researchers–to help define, implement, and measure the impact of features and optimisations.
• Collect and analyze player feedback, data, and performance metrics to drive continuous improvements and optimise the player experience.
• Partner closely with the user research team to conduct playtests and usability studies to validate design decisions and gather player insights.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify player preferences, industry trends, and developments in the competitive landscape.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop messaging, positioning, and go‑to‑market strategies for game features.
• Stay up‑to‑date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and player preferences to inform future product improvements and innovations.

Minimum Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in Product Management within the gaming industry.
• Shooter or Brawler genre experience is a big plus.
• Proven track record of defining product strategy, setting roadmaps, and leading cross‑functional teams to deliver measurable outcomes.
• Experience managing live or service‑based products, including ongoing optimisation of engagement, retention, and monetisation.
• Gaming industry experience is preferred; shooter or brawler genre familiarity is a plus.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong product judgement and the ability to turn user needs, business objectives, and market insights into clear product priorities.
• Proven understanding of game design principles, mechanics, and player psychology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to collect and interpret data to drive decision‑making.
• Strong planning and organisational skills that allow you to establish and follow key critical initiatives.
• Ability to bring clarity to ambiguous problems, align stakeholders, and drive execution against critical initiatives.
• Experience collaborating with business and creatives, and the ability to reconcile different views and create clear aligned projects and goals.

Key Attributes:

• Passion for games and a deep knowledge of the shooter / brawler games market.
• A player‑first and empathetic approach to product management and problem solving.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and to adapt to changing priorities.