Senior Product Lead (m/f/d)

ABOUT US

We are looking for an experienced and visionary Senior Product Lead – Casino & Innovation to join our Playradar (iGaming) division based in our Vienna, London, Ljubljana or Munich office.

Reporting directly to the VP Product, you will own the strategic direction of our entire casino and interactive gaming portfolio, defining what Playradar builds next and ensuring every product delivers an outstanding player experience and commercial value.

This is a highly influential leadership role for an experienced product professional who combines exceptional product intuition with strong commercial thinking, deep gaming expertise, and a passion for innovation. You will shape our long-term product vision, identify new market opportunities, drive product innovation, and set the quality bar across our portfolio.

Working closely with Product, Design, Engineering, Commercial, Operations, Sports Rights Holders and executive leadership, you will take end-to-end ownership of the product lifecycle from identifying opportunities and validating concepts through gameplay definition, product quality, launch readiness and continuous optimization.

Playradar operates like a fast-growing start-up within Sportradar, combining the agility of an entrepreneurial environment with the scale and reach of a global technology company. This role offers the opportunity to significantly influence the future of our portfolio and become one of the key drivers of Playradar's long-term success.

THE CHALLENGE

Product Vision & Portfolio Strategy

• Define and drive the long-term product vision and strategy for Playradar's casino and interactive gaming portfolio.
• Own portfolio evolution by identifying new product categories, gameplay concepts, mechanics and market opportunities.
• Decide which product opportunities move into development based on customer value, commercial potential and strategic fit.
• Continuously evaluate market trends, player behaviour, emerging technologies and competitor offerings to shape future product direction and innovative game ideas.
• Partner with executive leadership to define strategic priorities and investment decisions.
• Ensure a balanced portfolio that maximizes innovation, differentiation and long-term commercial success.

Product Discovery & Innovation

• Lead product discovery through market research, player insights, competitive analysis and data-driven decision making.
• Drive innovation initiatives across the portfolio, leveraging emerging technologies, AI capabilities and rapid prototyping methodologies.
• Explore new gameplay mechanics, gamification concepts, sports-infused gaming experiences and future product categories.
• Validate concepts early through prototypes, customer feedback and market evaluation before committing development resources.
• Build compelling product concepts, business cases and strategic recommendations for executive decision-making.

Product Leadership & Execution

• Take end-to-end ownership of products from initial concept through launch and continuous lifecycle management.
• Define gameplay, product features, user experience and product requirements together with Product, Design and Engineering teams.
• Drive product decisions throughout development and ensure alignment across all stakeholders.
• Own product readiness by ensuring every release meets Playradar's quality standards before reaching customers.
• Partner closely with the Design Lead to ensure gameplay, UX, visual execution and overall player experience meet the highest quality expectations.
• Challenge priorities, assumptions and proposed solutions to maximize product quality and business impact.
• Facilitate product reviews and final product approvals prior to release.

Product Performance & Portfolio Success

• Define and own product success metrics across the portfolio.
• Use player behaviour, product analytics and commercial insights to continuously optimize products after launch.
• Monitor KPIs including player engagement, retention, monetization, revenue contribution, ROI and overall portfolio performance.
• Drive product lifecycle decisions , including feature evolution, optimization, scaling and retirement.
• Ensure every product contributes to the long-term growth and commercial success of the Playradar portfolio.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Build trusted partnerships across Product, Design, Engineering, Commercial, Operations and executive leadership.
• Provide strategic product leadership across multiple teams and initiatives.
• Drive alignment between business objectives, customer needs and technical execution.
• Collaborate closely with Sports Rights Holders and external partners to identify new product opportunities.
• Support and mentor Product Managers while fostering a strong product culture focused on customer value, innovation and quality.
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of Playradar's product management practices and operating model.

ABOUT YOU

• 8+ years of Product Management experience , including significant leadership experience within the Gaming, Casino Games or Interactive Entertainment industry.
• Proven track record of defining and delivering commercially successful gaming products and product portfolios .
• Deep understanding of player behaviour, game mechanics, monetization models, retention strategies and product lifecycle management .
• Strong product vision with the ability to identify future trends and translate them into successful product strategies.
• Demonstrated experience leading product discovery, innovation and concept development .
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to balance customer value, product quality and business performance.
• Outstanding strategic thinking and analytical capabilities with a data-driven approach to product decision-making.
• Experience defining product KPIs and optimizing products through player insights, analytics and experimentation.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the confidence to influence senior leadership and challenge assumptions constructively.
• Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced, highly collaborative environments.
• Passion for building exceptional player experiences and maintaining an uncompromising quality bar across a product portfolio.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience leading multiple product teams or mentoring senior Product Managers.
• Established network and strong market knowledge within the global gaming industry.
• Experience working with Sports Rights Holders or sports-related products.
• Experience with AI-powered product development, rapid prototyping and innovation frameworks.
• Experience working in high-growth, entrepreneurial or scale-up environments.
• Familiarity with modern product operating models and portfolio management practices.

OUR OFFER

• A  collaborative environment  with colleagues from all over the world (Engineering offices in Europe, Asia and the US) including various  social events  and  teambuilding .
• Flexibility  to manage your workday and tasks with  autonomy.
• A balance of  structure  and  autonomy  to tackle your daily tasks.
• Vibrant  and  inclusive   community  which welcomes all participants.
• Global  Employee Assistance Program .
• Calm  and  Reulay app  (leading well-being apps designed to support focus, quality rest, mindfulness, and long-term mental resilience).
• Online training videos .
• Flexible working hours.

While we appreciate the flexibility and benefits of working from home, we strongly believe that coming together in person fosters stronger connections, encourages collaboration, and drives innovation — both as individuals and as a company. The energy, shared ideas, and team support we experience in the office strengthen the foundation of our success and culture.

For this reason, we are an office-first business operating on a hybrid model, with team members working in the office four days a week to build relationships, exchange