Head of European Studios
The Senior Director, Game Development directs the activities of a game development group for design of new products and/or enhancements to existing products or product lines/franchises. This position oversees the analysis, design, programming, debugging and modification of games developed for online or packaged distribution. Analyzes and investigates game development engineering tasks and prepares design specifications, analysis and recommendations. Interacts with project managers, marketing, sales and users to define requirements and/or necessary modifications.
- Directs the activities of a game development group for design of new products and/or enhancements to existing products or product lines/franchises.
- Oversees the analysis, design, programming, debugging and modification of games developed for online or packaged distribution.
- Analyzes and investigates game development engineering tasks and prepares design specifications, analysis and recommendations.
- Interacts with project managers, marketing, sales and users to define requirements and/or necessary modifications.
- Selects, develops and evaluates personnel ensuring the efficient operation of the function.
- Bachelor's degree; an advanced degree is preferred.
- 15 years of related experience is required.
- Building collaborative relationships
- Decision making
- Drive results
- Foster innovation
- Personal energy
- Self-leadership
International Game Technology (IGT) is a global gaming company best known for designing and manufacturing slot machines, casino systems and digital gaming content. Founded in 1975 and long headquartered in Las Vegas, with major operations in Rome and Providence, it has been one of the largest gaming-machine and lottery suppliers in the world. In 2025 the group's lottery business was renamed Brightstar Lottery, while IGT's gaming and digital division was acquired by Apollo Global Management and combined with Everi, continuing to trade under the IGT brand. The company supplies land-based and online casino games to operators across the globe.
