Publishing Operations Specialist (Mobile Games)

TL;DR

Publishing Operations Specialist (Mobile Games): Manages the game release process, ensuring smooth store submissions, compliance, and communication with internal teams and external developers with an accent on risk assessment, operational visibility, and coordinating tech integrations. Focus on leading game releases, maintaining operational tracking, and owning compliance checks for mobile games.

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Company

hirify.global is a global leader and one of the world's biggest developers and publishers of mobile games, distributing highly engaging games to a global audience across multiple platforms.

What you will do

• Lead the game release process from preparation to approval, ensuring timely launches and issue resolution.
• Align with product, marketing, and ASO teams for timely delivery of metadata and creative assets for store submissions.
• Maintain centralized tracking tools for upcoming releases and live issues to provide studio-wide visibility and facilitate decision-making.
• Proactively manage risk throughout the game lifecycle by monitoring app vitals and collaborating with internal teams and developers.
• Coordinate with developers on platform compliance requirements, confirming alignment with store policies and legal regulations.
• Monitor SDK implementation and coordinate issue resolution to ensure successful tech integrations.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in mobile-game operations.
• Experience supporting live game release cycles, including SDK implementations.
• Understanding of platform requirements (iOS & Android) and privacy regulations (Data Privacy, GDPR, Lootboxes).
• Familiarity with Analytics/MMP/app monitoring tools such as Firebase, Google Analytics, Crashlytics, and AppsFlyer.
• Basic familiarity with code and SDK integrations to effectively communicate with developers.
• Skilled facilitator with strong written and verbal communication, adept at tailoring messages for global teams.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of other game distribution platforms (Steam, PC, Arcade, Console).