About Us:

We are Nailed It! Games, a studio creating online slot games with 28 titles already published globally. We combine a solid product vision with technical excellence. Our Founders - Paweł Piotrowski and Grzegorz Przybyłowicz have built a talented team of 24 professionals.

The Mission:

We are looking for a Studio Manager to take ownership of the Studio's daily functioning. The Founders want to focus on their core strengths: strategy and technology, and they need a trusted partner to take the helm of our daily operations and people management to ensure the studio continues to run like a well-oiled machine. Your goal is not just to manage, but to strengthen accountability and ensure timely delivery. We are looking for evolution, not revolution - someone who will respect our collaborative spirit while taking our processes to the next level.

Location: Kraków, Poland (Hybrid)

Reports to: Founders

Key Responsibilities:

1. People Management (Core Focus)
   • Take over direct line management for the studio (Art, Dev, QA - approx. 20 people). Conduct regular meetings, manage biannual reviews and development plans (in close cooperation with our People Partner)
   • Enforce accountability: Ensure the team maintains high standards regarding communication and work ethic. Empower the team to proactively identify solutions and optimise their workflows, strengthening ownership and a result-oriented mindset
2. Operations & Delivery Facilitation:
   • Clear the path for delivery by identifying friction points and listening to the needs of the team. You remove operational bottlenecks and provide feedback to ensure production runs smoothly
   • Manage the flow of ad hoc requests (live issues, market requirements, certifications), ensuring the main production schedule remains unaffected
   • Collaborate with Leads (Tech, QA and Art) to ensure quality standards are met (you ensure people deliver, Leads ensure what they deliver is up to par)
   • Monitor the "pulse" of the studio - identify bottlenecks, improve workflows and performance issues before they become critical
   • Participate in studio-wide rituals (Retrospectives, Roadmap meetings, etc.)
3. Strategic Planning & People Development:
   • Work closely with the People Partner on key people processes across the employee lifecycle (hiring, onboarding, performance, exits)
   • Support the Founders in strategic planning and operational improvements
   • Long-term improvements: Gradually audit cross-team workflows to build a scalable and sustainable production environment

This Role is For You If:

• You have 5+ years of experience in IT, Gamedev, or Software Development, including 3+ years in a people leadership role (Studio Manager, Delivery Manager, Head of Operations, or similar)
• You understand the Software Development Life Cycle: You have experience not just in building products, but also in maintaining them (releases, updates, incident handling)
• You are based in Kraków (or willing to relocate) - with the majority of our team being local, we look for a leader who values face-to-face collaboration within our hybrid setup
• You have successfully implemented AI tools to optimise production workflows or daily studio operations
• You understand the dynamics of working with both Creatives and Engineers - you know how to speak their language
• You are an Executor. You don't just create plans; you make sure they work in practice, prioritising results over rigid theory
• Languages: Fluent English and Polish are a must

Nice to Have:

• Experience in the iGaming/Casino industry

What We Offer:

• Impact and autonomy: We have a working structure, but you will take full ownership of it, having the autonomy to fine-tune operations and drive performance
• Career growth: An opportunity to step into a Managing Director/C-level position
• Equipment of your choice to ensure your comfort
• Private medical care and Multisport card/Multicafeteria (Worksmile) - fully on us!
• Flexible schedule: We focus on results, not hours. We work in a flexible mode with core hours 10:00-15:00
• Hybrid work mode: We value face-to-face collaboration but support hybrid work. Our office is located on Dekerta Street, Kraków
• Team rituals: Wednesday breakfasts and celebrating every game release together!
• Compensation package: base salary + ESOP plan granted after a successful 6-month probationary period

Success Metrics:

• Month 3:
  • Effective working relationships established with the team
  • Onboarded with Studio workflow and domain specifics
  • Team goals reviewed on an ongoing basis
• Month 6:
  • Gained a solid understanding of the end-to-end game production cycle and team dynamics
  • "Unscheduled Work" workflow defined and active
  • Delivery risks flagged early, preventing unexpected delays
  • Performance review cycle completed
• Month 9:
  • Key friction points diagnosed and improvements implemented
  • Predictable and timely delivery cycles established
  • Operational escalations to Founders kept to a minimum
• Month 12:
  • Annual product roadmap successfully executed
  • 2027/2028 roadmap delivery secured
  • Workflows enable the team to operate smoothly and efficiently