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Igaming Developer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Senior Product Manager, Gaming

Three Rivers, MI · On-site +1

$116K - $154K/yr

... with engineering, design, analytics, operations, compliance, and external partners to ensure ... Qualifications * 5+ years of product management experience, ideally within iGaming, digital ...

Senior Product Manager, Gaming

Three Rivers, MI · On-site +1

$116K - $154K/yr

... with engineering, design, analytics, operations, compliance, and external partners to ensure ... Qualifications * 5+ years of product management experience, ideally within iGaming, digital ...

Igaming Developer information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an iGaming Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an iGaming Developer, you need strong programming skills (such as JavaScript, C++, or HTML5), a solid understanding of game mechanics, and experience with software development, often supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with game engines (like Unity or Unreal Engine), version control systems (e.g., Git), and compliance standards in regulated markets is typical. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for delivering engaging and reliable gaming experiences. These skills are vital to ensure games are both technically robust and appealing to users in a highly competitive, fast-evolving industry.

What are the typical collaboration points between an iGaming Developer and other departments within a gaming company?

As an iGaming Developer, you’ll regularly collaborate with teams such as game design, quality assurance, and product management. Developers work closely with designers to implement creative concepts and ensure the gameplay experience matches the intended vision. Coordination with QA is essential to identify and resolve bugs or performance issues before release. Additionally, you may interact with compliance and backend teams to ensure games meet regulatory requirements and integrate smoothly with casino platforms, fostering a dynamic and cross-functional work environment.

What are iGaming Developers?

iGaming Developers are software professionals who design, build, and maintain online gaming platforms, including casino games, sports betting applications, and other interactive gambling solutions. They work with a variety of technologies to ensure smooth gameplay, secure transactions, and engaging user experiences. iGaming Developers often collaborate with game designers, backend engineers, and compliance teams to create reliable and legally compliant gaming environments. Their work is essential for the operation and growth of online casinos and betting websites.

What is the difference between Igaming Developer vs Game Developer?

AspectIgaming DeveloperGame Developer
CredentialsProgramming skills, knowledge of gaming platforms, certifications in relevant technologiesProgramming skills, knowledge of game engines, certifications in software development
Work EnvironmentCasino and betting platforms, online gaming companiesVideo game studios, entertainment companies, independent developers
Industry UsagePrimarily in online gambling and betting industriesAcross entertainment, mobile, and console gaming sectors

While both roles involve software development, Igaming Developers focus on creating online gambling platforms and casino games, whereas Game Developers design and build a wide range of video games for various platforms. The skills and industry environments overlap but serve different entertainment markets.

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Senior Product Manager, Gaming

BetMGM

Three Rivers, MI • On-site, Remote

$116K - $154K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Discover What's Possible at BetMGM
Ready to make your career legendary? Join us as we bring the magic of Vegas to our players. The BetMGM team has over 1,400 talented members, revolutionizing sports betting and online gaming in the United States and Canada. We're a brand with technology at our hearts and the most driven and focused talent in the business.
As a valued team member, we're committed to giving you the resources and support you need to thrive. Our benefits and perks include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Pre-tax spending accounts including health care FSA and commuter savings

  • Flexible paid time off

  • Professional development reimbursement and ongoing skills training opportunities

  • Employee resource groups

  • Swag, ticket giveaways, and more!

At BetMGM, we recognize that every individual plays a meaningful role in our success. That's why we're committed to building a respectful, inclusive workplace. It's the strategy behind every win. By meeting people where they are, we create a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive and a workplace that reflects our values, our people, and our drive to win.

Location: Jersey City, NJ - Hybrid

About the Role

The Senior Product Manager, Gaming is a key contributor within the Gaming Product team, responsible for leading discovery, strategic planning, execution, and analysis across major initiatives within our Gaming portfolio. The ideal candidate has a strong command of Agile practices and can guide product direction with clarity and strategic thinking across the full roadmap.

This key role collaborates closely with senior team members across the organization and with external partners, ensuring alignment, clear communication, and highquality delivery. Senior Product Managers are expected to be dynamic leaders and highly effective communicators, with the ability to gather input from stakeholders, shape complex problem spaces, and influence decisions. They play a meaningful role in elevating product excellence, driving innovation, and supporting BetMGM's commitment to safe, responsible, and bestinclass gaming experiences.


Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic product initiatives within the Gaming portfolio, defining goals, requirements, and clear success measures.

  • Drive endtoend execution of highimpact Gaming features and capabilities, collaborating with engineering, design, analytics, operations, compliance, and external partners to ensure highquality delivery.

  • Create detailed product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria that balance customer needs, technical feasibility, business value, and regulatory constraints.

  • Provide strong crossfunctional leadership to align stakeholders, including product managers and developers from adjacent teams to resolve ambiguities and ensure momentum across initiatives with multiple dependencies.

  • Analyze product performance using qualitative and quantitative inputs to identify opportunities to elevate engagement, satisfaction, and overall experience quality.

  • Communicate product strategy, tradeoffs, decisions, and progress effectively to senior leaders and partner teams, using datadriven narratives.

  • Identify and mitigate risks early, developing contingency plans that support predictable and highquality delivery.

  • Contribute to the evolution of product management practices across the Gaming team.

Essential Functions

  • Must be able to stand or sit and operate computers and other technological devices for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of product management experience, ideally within iGaming, digital entertainment, or other highscale consumer platforms.

  • Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex, multiteam initiatives, providing structure, clarity, and direction with minimal oversight.

  • Advanced strategic thinking skills, with the ability to interpret business challenges, assess market and regulatory dynamics, and translate them into actionable product strategy.

  • Strong analytical and decisionmaking abilities, using qualitative and quantitative data to identify opportunities, diagnose issues, and drive prioritization.

  • Proven success solving complex product or operational problems, and guiding others through ambiguity to deliver scalable solutions.

  • Exceptional communication skills, capable of clearly articulating strategy, tradeoffs, and rationale to senior leaders, executives, and crossfunctional partners.

  • Expertise in writing highquality product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria that balance customer needs, technical feasibility, and compliance constraints.

  • Deep experience working within Agile environments, partnering effectively with engineering, design, analytics, and project management.

  • Track record of elevating product practices, contributing to process improvements, frameworks, or methodologies that improve team output and consistency.

  • Proven track record of making well-informed decisions and prioritizing effectively, even in uncertain or evolving scenarios.

The annual salary range for this position is $122,000.00 to $163,000.00 Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for participation in a performance-based bonus plan.

Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration sponsorship. At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship including H-1B, O-1, E-3, TN, OPT, etc.
Gaming Compliance & Licensing Requirements
As an online gaming company, BetMGM is required to comply with state gaming regulations which includes licensing obligations. Applicable employees must be licensed by at least one jurisdictional agency, although certain positions require licensing by multiple agencies. Failure to become licensed or maintain licensure with each agency as required for the role may result in termination of employment. Please note that the licensing process includes comprehensive background checks which may include a review of criminal records, financial history, and personal background verification.
In addition, candidates must comply with and support BetMGM's responsible gambling policies, procedures, and initiatives.

About BetMGM
BetMGM is revolutionizing sports betting and online gaming in the United States and Canada. We are a partnership between two powerhouse organizations-MGM Resorts International and Entain Group. You know our name through our exciting portfolio of brands including BetMGM Casino, BetMGM Sportsbook, Borgata Online, Party Casino and Party Poker. We aim to bring our ideas into action and find ways to deliver the best quality in gaming platforms.

BetMGM LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. As an organization, we are unwavering in our commitment to maintaining a discrimination-free work environment, and fostering a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.
If you need assistance or accommodation with your application due to a disability, you may contact us at recruitment@betmgm.com.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of duties a person in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

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