Job Description

Role Description The Director role at Gameloops is a full-time, on-site position based in Algiers. The Director will oversee studio operations, set strategic priorities, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high quality standard. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, aligning game development roadmaps with business goals, and collaborating with stakeholders on budgeting, resource allocation, and performance management. The Director will mentor team members, foster a culture of creativity and accountability, and implement processes that support rapid prototyping and iteration for hyper/hybrid casual games. This role also involves representing the studio in key external relationships and contributing to long-term growth and expansion plans.

Qualifications

Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience guiding multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.
Proven experience in strategic planning, project oversight, and operational management within gaming, tech, or a related industry.
Solid understanding of game development workflows, particularly for mobile and hyper/hybrid casual titles, including collaboration with designers, developers, and artists.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align diverse perspectives toward shared goals.
Ability to make data-informed decisions, manage budgets, and prioritize initiatives based on business impact and resource constraints.
Experience building or scaling teams or studios is highly beneficial, especially in start-up or growth-stage environments.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Game Development, Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Comfort working in an international context and multicultural environment; fluency in English required, additional languages are a plus.