1X2 Network, the industry acclaimed Slot Supplier of the Year (EGR awards 2021), is looking for a Product Manager, reporting directly to the CPO. this is an opportunity to join a creative, fast-growing, independent software company.
About 1X2 Network
1X2 has pioneered Virtual Gaming products since 2002 and are now at the forefront of game development with over 150 titles, including Virtual Sports, Table Games, Slots, Instant Win and shortly Multiplayer games in the iGaming industry. The company boasts a wide range of household name clients (over 250 to be precise) including Bet365, BetVictor and Entain (Ladbrokes, Coral, Bwin etc).
Several brands construct the 1X2 Network, each business targeting specific market niches. Our two main brands include Iron Dog Studio, and 1X2gaming, with a wealth of additional partners available on the Network.
1X2 Network Culture
The company boasts two UK locations – the 1X2 HQ is located in Brighton on the south coast of the UK and Brentwood in Essex. These are alongside offices in Malta and Hyderabad, plus several remote employees across the globe.
We work energetically, producing and distributing successful mobile and online casino games. Our dedication is rewarded with a variety of social activities and company get-togethers. We are proud of our international team and large global partnerships with leading clients. Travel is occasionally required by 1X2 Network employees when we collaborate and network with other leading iGaming companies at annual festivals and events. We pride ourselves in offering our employee’s a workplace that initiates personal growth with support from a team of confident, experienced, and reliable work colleagues.
The Position
The Product Manager (Product Owner - Value-Add Products) will be responsible for defining, developing, and optimising value-add features that enhance player engagement, retention and monetisation within our portfolio of casino games. This role requires a strong balance of analytical thinking, stakeholder management and a deep understanding of user behaviour to drive innovative and commercially viable products.
Responsibilities
Product Ownership & Strategy
* Define and own the roadmap for value-add features, ensuring alignment with the overall product and business strategy.
* Identify opportunities to enhance player engagement and retention through innovative product additions, bonusing features and cross game experiences.
* Drive product discovery, gathering insights from data, market trends and player feedback.
Feature Development & Execution
* Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
* Work closely with designers, developers, and mathematicians to create engaging and commercially viable value add products.
* Prioritise, qualify and run estimate sessions on backlog items based on business value, customer impact, and technical feasibility.
* Lead the feature lifecycle from ideation to launch, ensuring smooth execution and on-time delivery.
Data-Driven Decision Making
* Analyse player data and game performance metrics to optimise feature adoption and effectiveness.
* Continuously iterate on features based on data insights and A/B testing.
* Monitor KPIs such as retention, session length and conversion rates to assess impact.
Stakeholder Management
* Act as the bridge between business, design, development and commercial teams.
* Communicate feature goals, progress and outcomes clearly to stakeholders.
* Align with marketing, account management and operations teams to maximise feature visibility and success.
Market & Competitor Analysis
* Stay updated on industry trends, competitor products and emerging technologies.
* Identify best practices from other gaming verticals and apply relevant insights.
Required Experience
* Proven experience in product management or product ownership, ideally within igaming or fintech.
* Strong analytical skills with experience in using data to drive decisions.
* Deep understanding of player psychology and value-add mechanics in casino games.
* Experience working in agile environments with cross-functional teams.
* Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex ideas clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Passion for innovation and the ability to challenge the status quo to drive product improvements.
Desirable Experience
* Experience in casino product development, bonus mechanics or, in-game economies.
* Familiarity with game math and probability modelling.
* Experience with player segmentation and CRM strategies.
The ideal candidate will
* Have a solid foundation in product development
* Show a history of successful iterative product improvements
* History of product ownership for a products lifecycle
* Good communication skills
* Have an organised approach to their work
The Benefits of working at 1X2 Network
* Competitive salary in addition to a company bonus scheme.
* We offer long-term career prospects with opportunities to develop – the job is what you make it!
* A fun working atmosphere working amongst an enthusiastic and dynamic team.
* We offer a stimulating work environment in a state-of-the-art, purpose-designed space, including games pinball machine and table tennis.
* Currently the working environment includes weekly sports/games, Friday drinks, as well as the much anticipated Summer and Christmas parties!
* Flexible remote working – for the right candidates.
* 2-minute walk from Brighton train station
* 5-minute walk from the Brighton Lanes, pubs and night life.