Senior Manager, People Experience (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Manager, People Experience (Gamedev): Shaping and managing employee experience programs for a distributed game studio with an accent on community engagement and collaboration frameworks. Focus on designing remote excellence norms, operationalizing company onsites, and fostering a strong sense of belonging within a diverse, gamer-heavy organization.

Location: Must be based in Canada (Remote)

Company

An early-stage game studio led by industry veterans focused on building connected player communities and redefining how game companies operate.

What you will do

• Design and implement a comprehensive Employee Experience strategy tailored to a distributed workforce.
• Develop and operationalize a practical Remote Excellence framework with clear norms and toolkits.
• Govern the global framework for company onsites and in-person gatherings, handling end-to-end logistics.
• Build internal programs and rituals that strengthen connection and collaboration across global teams.
• Champion and structure employee Guilds to support professional development and networking.
• Manage budgets and vendor relationships related to employee experience initiatives.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in a global organization with ownership of employee engagement or event workstreams.
• Proven track record operating in remote-first or distributed organizations.
• Strong program and project management skills with the ability to drive multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• English: Fluent verbal and written proficiency required.
• Strong connection to gaming culture and experience in creator-driven industries is highly preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to shape culture in a fast-growing, early-stage studio.
• Emphasis on a team-first mentality and thoughtful, direct communication.
• Thriving environment that celebrates diversity and inclusivity.
• Collaboration with a seasoned leadership team of game industry veterans.