Head of Operations (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Head of Operations (Gamedev): Managing overall studio operations and optimizing cross-functional development processes with an accent on production efficiency and global alignment. Focus on building external development pipelines, managing studio P&L, and refining operational workflows to maximize developer velocity.

Location: San Mateo, California, United States

Salary: $176,600 – $261,380 per Year

Company

A leading game development studio under the hirify.global/T2 brand, focusing on creating high-quality gaming experiences.

What you will do

• Lead the construction and evolution of the Studio Operations team to scale internal and external efficiency.
• Oversee the studio's physical and digital core, including long-range planning and hardware/software lifecycle management.
• Build and lead best-in-class External Development, Co-Development, and Outsourcing processes.
• Collaborate with the Studio Head on annual budgeting and hold P&L responsibility.
• Develop KPIs and reporting structures to identify and resolve friction points in development pipelines.
• Direct the studio's employee experience strategy to balance high performance with an inclusive culture.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in the games industry with a track record of high-quality leadership.
• Expertise in project management and business strategy.
• Proven experience leading operational teams through product roadmaps and live-service management.
• Advanced proficiency with tools like Excel for managing complex deal sheets.
• Deep understanding of studio psychology and collaboration to optimize developer velocity.

Culture & Benefits

• High-performance environment that fosters a culture of healthy accountability.
• Comprehensive medical, financial, and other corporate benefits for regular roles.
• Commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity.
• Focus on balancing developer velocity with an inclusive, supportive work environment.