Lockwood Publishing

We’re looking for a Product Owner to help shape and deliver player experiences for Avakin Life using AI-first product workflows. This role sits at the heart of cross-functional squads, working closely with Design, Engineering, Analytics, and Commercial Teams to improve core player journeys, LiveOps systems, monetisation features, and internal product processes through the practical use of AI tools and experimentation. This is not a strategy-only role. We’re looking for someone hands-on, delivery-focused, and highly collaborative — someone who can move quickly from idea to execution, using AI tools to improve decision-making, product velocity, and player outcomes. The successful candidate will combine strong product ownership fundamentals with modern AI-assisted workflows, helping teams prioritise effectively, validate ideas rapidly, and ship value continuously. Key Responsibilities Product Strategy & Delivery • Own and prioritise the product backlog across features, LiveOps initiatives, and player experience improvements • Translate business goals, player needs, and product strategy into actionable development plans • Work closely with Engineering and Design teams to deliver high-impact features efficiently • Ensure sprint goals and roadmap priorities remain aligned with commercial and engagement objectives AI-First Product Execution • Use AI tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, Notion AI, and analytics copilots to accelerate product workflows • Generate and refine user stories, documentation, requirements, and experimentation plans using AI-assisted processes • Support rapid prototyping and validation of product ideas • Continuously identify opportunities where AI can improve team efficiency, product quality, and player outcomes Experimentation & Optimisation • Drive data-informed product decisions using analytics, player insight, and A/B testing • Monitor and optimise KPIs including engagement, retention, conversion, and monetisation • Support iterative feature development rather than large one-off releases • Collaborate with analytics teams to identify opportunities for growth and optimisation Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work closely with Design, Engineering, QA, Analytics, and Commercial teams • Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives • Communicate priorities, trade-offs, and delivery status clearly to stakeholders • Help align teams around measurable outcomes and player impact Requirements • Experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or similar role in games, mobile apps, or live-service products • Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum delivery methodologies • Experience managing product backlogs, roadmaps, and sprint planning • Understanding of free-to-play (F2P) mechanics, LiveOps, and monetisation systems • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Experience working in fast-paced, cross-functional teams AI Skills (Essential) • Hands-on experience using AI tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, Notion AI, or similar • Ability to use AI to accelerate product planning, documentation, ideation, and workflow efficiency • Experience leveraging AI for rapid iteration, experimentation, and insight generation • Strong understanding of how AI can improve product development processes and team velocity Core Strengths • Strong prioritisation and decision-making skills • Data-informed product thinking • Excellent stakeholder communication • Outcome-focused mindset balancing player experience and business goals • Ability to move quickly while maintaining quality and clarity What You Bring • A proactive, ownership-driven mindset • Ability to simplify complex problems into actionable solutions • Comfortable working pragmatically in a fast-moving environment • Strong collaboration skills across creative and technical disciplines • Passion for games, player experience, and continuous improvement Nice to Have • Experience in mobile games or games-as-a-service products • Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Firebase, Unity Analytics, or experimentation platforms • Experience with LiveOps, in-game economies, or retention systems • Background in UX, game design, or player behaviour analysis Benefits - Private Healthcare Plan - Pension Plans - Life Assurance - Work From Home - Training & Development - Employee Assistance Programme - Counseling

Job Title: AI Product Designer (Avakin Life) Reports to: Creative Director Role Overview We’re looking for an AI Product Designer to design and ship player experiences for Avakin Life using AI-first workflows. This role sits at the heart of cross-functional squads, working closely with Product and Engineering Teams to continuously improve core player journeys, LiveOps features, and monetisation systems. This is not about big concepts that sit in decks, it’s about iteration, experimentation, and shipping value every week. You’ll combine strong hands-on design with fast execution, using tools like Claude and generative AI to deliver high-quality work at speed. Key Responsibilities Design & Product Impact - Design end-to-end player journeys across features, systems, and LiveOps - Translate product and commercial goals into intuitive, high-performing experiences - Deliver features that improve engagement, retention, and monetisation AI-First Execution - Use tools like Claude, Figma AI, and generative workflows to accelerate design - Prototype and test ideas quickly to validate assumptions - Continuously refine AI-driven workflows to increase team velocity Experimentation & Optimisation - Support A/B testing and iterative improvements - Use data, insight, and player behaviour to inform design decisions - Focus on continuous optimisation rather than one-off releases Collaboration - Work closely with Product and Engineering to shape and prioritise the roadmap - Align with Art and Creative to ensure quality and consistency - Present work clearly, explaining decisions and trade-offs Skills & Experience - Experience in product/UX/UI design (games, mobile, or live service preferred) - Strong portfolio demonstrating shipped features and measurable impact - Experience working in cross-functional, agile teams AI Skills (Essential) - Hands-on experience with Claude, ChatGPT, Figma AI, Midjourney or similar - Ability to use AI to generate, iterate, and refine design outputs Core Strengths - Strong UX and interaction design fundamentals - Confident prototyping and rapid iteration - Data-informed decision making Requirements - Outcome-driven mindset with focus on player and business impact - Ability to work quickly and pragmatically in a fast-paced environment - Clear communicator who can simplify complex problems - Proactive and accountable, taking ownership of delivery Nice to Have - Experience with LiveOps, in-game economies, or monetisation systems - Familiarity with experimentation and growth frameworks - Experience contributing to design systems What Success Looks Like - Features ship quickly and consistently, not just conceptually - AI tools are used effectively to increase speed and output quality - Designs drive measurable improvements in engagement and retention Benefits - Private Healthcare Plan - Pension Plan - Life Assurance - Work From Home - Training & Development - Employee Assistance Programme