Offer summary

Qualifications:

At least 2 years of project management experience, preferably in game development or software projects., Familiarity with Agile methodologies and sprint-based workflows., Experience with Jira and other project management tools., Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills..

Key responsibilities:

Coordinate and organize tasks within sprint cycles to ensure workflow efficiency.

Monitor project timelines and address risks or delays proactively.

Support team management by tracking availability and maintaining realistic schedules.

Facilitate clear communication across teams to align on project goals.

Job description

Your Job

We're an ambitious game studio based in Hamburg, and we're in the early stages of developing our next mobile title. As an Associate Project Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our fast-paced prototyping phase: coordinating efforts, keeping timelines on track, and helping a passionate team turn creative ideas into playable reality.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and organize tasks within 1-2 week sprint cycles, ensuring efficient workflow and clear task ownership.
Monitor project timelines and milestone deadlines, proactively addressing risks or delays.
Support people management efforts, including tracking team members’ availability, vacation, and sick leave to maintain realistic scheduling.
Foster clear communication across teams to keep everyone aligned on project goals and status.
Maintain an overview of feature progress and ensure critical components are on track.
Cultivate a proactive “get the job done” mindset, helping the team stay focused and motivated.
Assist in documentation and reporting to stakeholders regarding project status and potential roadblocks.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in project management, ideally within game development or software projects.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and sprint-based workflows.
Experience working with Jira and other project management tools.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a team-oriented approach.
Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, evolving project environment.
Proactive problem-solving attitude and attention to detail.
Fluent in English; German language skills are a plus but not mandatory.
Plus: A Bachelor's degree in project management, game development, business, or related fields.

Benefits

Work in an exciting industry: Join a company at the heart of the gaming world — a creative, passionate environment that’s as fun and dynamic as the games we help bring to life.
Hybrid/Remote model & flexibility: Flexible working hours and the option to work in a hybrid setup or fully remote within Germany.
Visa & Relocation support: Assistance with visa processes and relocation if you're moving to Germany.
Time to recharge: 30 days of vacation annually to rest, travel, or catch up on your favorite games.
Fitness perks: Access a wide range of gyms, swimming pools, and wellness facilities across Germany with a subsidized E-GYM Wellpass membership.
Mental health support: Free and anonymous employee counseling services through the Fürstenberg Institute.
Team culture: Regular company events, celebrations, and social gatherings.
Learning & development: An annual education budget for all employees to support continuous learning and skill-building.
Public transport: Subsidized Deutschlandticket to get you around Hamburg, or wherever else you need to go.

Please note

Please note that we only accept applications via our career page. Applications via e-mail will not be considered. Thank you!

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About us

With over 410 million registered players and over 50 games, Bigpoint is one of the leading developers and publishers of free to play games in the world. Being part of the Yoozoo group, we believe that everybody should be able to play great games and, with an uncompromising focus on quality, strive to push the boundaries of gaming, exceeding our players expectations with fun, accessible and innovative content.

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