Development Manager (Design Studio)

Veikkaus creates joy through games and protects it. We want to make sure that gambling in Finland is kept on the joyful side. All our actions are guided by sustainability. We want to be a trailblazer in the gaming industry, and a trendsetter of a responsible player experience. Wellbeing is our passion. It is important that our employees enjoy coming to work every day. We offer versatile and extensive employee benefits. With us, you get to do work that makes a difference, in a spirited work community that is constantly developing. Let’s work together – to keep gambling on the joyful side.

We are looking for Development Manager (Design Studio) for full-time employment

Veikkaus Design Studio is a forerunner in applying new technologies and creating gaming services when it comes to design and development of gaming devices, platforms and UI for multi-channel gaming experience. We are now looking for a Development Manager to join our agile design and development team. Position will be tailored based on your experience and competences.

As a part of multidisciplinary team you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and coaching teams in development work, guidelines, and continuous improvement.

Main responsibilities include:

• Leading development teams daily work
• Be a part of identifying customer and business needs together with other units
• Planning and coordinating work with other teams, development managers and business owners
• Developing working processes together with the team
• Bring clarity to the teams and building a common picture of the company vision
• Coaching team members

This is an exceptional opportunity to bring your full potential to the table and develop your position according to your interest and talent.
 
We offer: 

• Benefits of a large company with advantages of a smaller studio.
• Possibility to participate in and influence large multifaceted projects, bringing fun to millions of people. We develop our own hardware and software, so the possibilities for experimentation and innovation are almost limitless.
• Self-driven teams. We believe that autonomous teams can create best customer experiences!
• Relaxed atmosphere and awesome co-workers
• Possibility and active encouragement to broaden your skillset. We do monthly ”competence development days” that are only dedicated to, well, competence development.
• Unusually large slate of benefits including support for sport & cultural activities, health and dental plans and many other health benefits, gym, nearly endless amount of coffee and the lunch includes a daily breakfast and fruits
• Competitive salary 

Successful candidates will have:

• Solid general understanding of Software development and / or Software projects 
• Understanding of agile methodologies and philosophy
• Good communication and interaction skills (Finnish is considered as a plus) 
• Management skills and experience
• Good understanding in Data driven technologies, Data analytics and services
• An appropriate degree (BA/MA or similar polytechnic degree) or otherwise acquired appropriate competence)

Considered as a plus:

• Experience in user centric design with digital products
• Experience from gaming industry or developing digital products in B2C environment
• Experience in managerial positions

Our office is located in Pohjois-Haaga, Helsinki, Finland. We have modern and agile remote working methods in use and flexible on-site working spaces at the office. Team is using English in daily communication.

Please send your application with CV (English or Finnish both are ok) and salary request included latest 27.01.2023. 

We are waiting to hear from you soonest possible. The position will be filled as soon as the suitable candidate is found.

For any inquiries about the position don’t hesitate to contact Markus Viitasalo via email markus.viitasalo@veikkaus.fi or mobile +358505703887.

Veikkaus as a company will perform a drug test, to the person selected for the position.

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