Gear Games

business development manager in gaming

In short

This senior business development role at a global game development studio focuses on closing strategic partnerships with publishers and developers and managing outsourcing and co-development deals. It requires at least 5 years of business development experience in gaming, deep knowledge of mobile monetization and store optimization, and the ability to negotiate and close six-figure contracts. The position is fully remote but restricted to candidates based in the EU or US.

About: Gear Games is a global game development studio that creates original in-house titles and partners with publishers and studios to develop gaming experiences for players worldwide.
Responsibilities:
•Identify, pitch, and close strategic partnerships with global game publishers and developers
•Oversee outsourcing partnerships, work-for-hire contracts, and co-development pipelines
•Negotiate high-value commercial agreements from initial contact through contract execution
•Evaluate industry trends, competitor movements, and emerging platform opportunities to inform strategy
•Partner with product, legal, and production teams to align on client deliverables
Requirements:
•At least 5 years of business development or strategic partnerships experience in the gaming industry
•Deep understanding of the mobile gaming ecosystem, monetization models, and store optimization
•A robust, active network of industry contacts across global publishers and developers
•Proven track record managing external development workflows, outsourcing, or art/engineering services
•Expert ability to draft term sheets, navigate complex legal reviews, and close six-figure deals
Conditions:
•Competitive salary and attractive performance bonus, profit sharing
•Relocation package and support when moving geographic locations to join Gear Games
•Mental health care services
•Internal activities
•Benefits may vary depending on job type and location
•Remote only from: EU, US

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