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# Senior Director, Business Development at Scopely

- **Company:** Scopely
- **Location:** United States / Bellevue, WA
- **Compensation:** $193k–$284k
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-10-14
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-18
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/scopely/jobs/5452798008?gh_jid=5452798008

## Job description

Scopely is looking for a Sr. Director Business Development to join our Global Publishing team!

The Business Development team is responsible for business negotiations, partner management, and new expansion opportunities with our largest IP partners, new distribution platforms (e.g. storefronts, hardware manufacturers, subscription services, etc.), and digital payment partners (e.g. Stripe, Visa, [Checkout.com](http://checkout.com), etc.) around the world.  Through these relationships, the team is responsible for creating and executing a strategy for each partner that drives audience and revenue  growth for Scopely’s portfolio of games.

## What You Will Do

Reporting to the SVP Publishing, the Senior Director, Business Development will be responsible for working closely with internal game development teams and key external partners to drive Scopely’s distribution and growth strategy globally.

- Develop key relationships with top IP partners, new distribution platforms, and digital payment vendors in the gaming industry to support and grow the Scopely global business.
- Articulate the Scopely vision and how we can most effectively partner together
- Create and execute on a global business development strategy that connects to our overall distribution strategy and principles.
- Source and negotiate large complex partnerships that grow Scopely’s overall consumer and commercial presence globally.
- Partner closely with internal teams to ensure the needs of the business are being met in a timely manner
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally and an appreciation for the way business is conducted in different parts of the world
- Keep tabs on industry trends by obsessively analyzing the market, playing all the new releases, and attending industry events and conferences

## What We’re Looking For

- 8+ years of Business Development / Partnership experience within the digital entertainment industry
- Experience creating and executing a global business development strategy
- Ability to identify and negotiate large scale commercial agreements
- Gaming experience preferred, and particularly free-to-play games
- Passion & love for video games
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and all levels of management
- Ability to manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes
- Ability to analyze data to make data-driven decisions - skills in Excel and Google Sheets necessary
- Strong presentation and communication skills - Keynote, Powerpoint, or Google Slides skills required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent required

Please ensure that the résumé/CV you attach is written in English. For candidates in CA, CO, NJ, NY, and WA, the annual salary range is provided below. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for equity, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, pet insurance, paid holidays, paid Scopely free days, and unlimited paid time off. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

CA, CO, NJ, NY, and WA Annual Salary Range $193,000—$284,000 USD

## About Scopely

Scopely is a leading video game and global interactive entertainment company, home to many of the world’s most beloved and enduring experiences, including two of the most successful mobile games of all-time “MONOPOLY GO!” and “Pokémon GO,” along with “Stumble Guys,” “Star Trek™ Fleet Command,” “MARVEL Strike Force,” “WWE Champions,” the Scrabble® franchise, “Yahtzee® With Buddies,” and many others. Across mobile, web, PC, and console, Scopely creates, develops, publishes, and live-operates one of the most diversified and award-winning portfolios in the games industry — bringing hundreds of millions of players together through a shared love of play.

Founded in 2011, Scopely is powered by its exceptional team — including thousands of world-class gamemakers around the globe, a distinctive tenet-driven culture, and its proprietary technology platform, Playgami. Together, these strengths have fueled Scopely’s position as the #1 mobile games company in the U.S. and #2 globally, generating more than $10 billion in lifetime revenue. Whether building global sensations like “MONOPOLY GO!” from the ground up, or expanding through strategic acquisitions, including the FoxNext, GSN, and Scopely Explore games businesses — Scopely consistently delivers experiences players love today and return to for years to come.

Recognized multiple times as one of the "100 Most Influential Companies in the World" by TIME magazine and one of Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies" and “Best Workplaces for Innovators,” Scopely believes that video games can be a force for good — creating meaningful connections, vibrant communities, and making life better through play.

Scopely has global operations and partners across four continents in more than a dozen countries worldwide. For more information, visit: https://www.scopely.com/.

Notice to Candidates: Scopely will never request payment or financial information during the application or hiring process. Please apply only through our official [website](http://scopely.com) and verify that all Talent Partner communications come from an email address ending in @[scopely.com](http://scopely.com).

Should you have any questions or encounter any fraudulent requests/emails/websites, please immediately contact recruiting@scopely.com. Our job applicant privacy policies are available here: [California Privacy Notice](https://www.scopely.com/en/job-applicant-privacy-notice-for-ca-residents) and [EEA/UK Privacy Notice](https://www.scopely.com/en/eea-and-uk-job-applicant-privacy-notice).

Employment at Scopely is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. Scopely does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

## About Scopely

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Scopely is a global interactive entertainment and mobile-first video game company, home to top-grossing titles like MONOPOLY GO!, Star Trek Fleet Command, and Pokémon GO.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Subsidiary of Savvy Games Group, acquired in 2023 for $4.9B)
- **Headquarters**: Culver City, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2011
- **Founders**: Walter Driver, Ankur Bulsara, Eytan Elbaz, Eric Futoran

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Mobile video game development and publishing
- **Target Customers**: B2C (mass-market mobile gamers globally, free-to-play model)
- **Mission/Purpose**: "Inspire Play, Every Day" — expanding the possibilities of play through game experiences that aim to inspire community, connection, and competition.

## Products & Services
- **MONOPOLY GO!**: Top-grossing mobile board game adaptation; flagship title driving majority of revenue.
- **Pokémon GO**: Augmented reality mobile game (acquired via Niantic acquisition in 2025).
- **Star Trek Fleet Command**: Strategy MMO mobile game based on the Star Trek franchise.
- **Stumble Guys**: Massively multiplayer party knockout game (similar to Fall Guys).
- **MARVEL Strike Force**: Squad-based RPG featuring Marvel characters.
- **Yahtzee With Buddies**: Social dice game; part of the "With Buddies" franchise.
- **Scrabble GO**: Digital version of the classic word game.
- **WWE Champions**: Wrestling-themed card-collecting RPG.
- **Pikmin Bloom & Monster Hunter Now**: AR mobile games acquired via Niantic.
- **Other titles**: Bingo Bash, Tiki Solitaire TriPeaks, Looney Tunes: World of Mayhem, Campfire, Wayfarer.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Acquired by Savvy Games Group in April 2023 for $4.9 billion.
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of **$1.5 billion** (2024 estimate). Total funding of $998.7M prior to acquisition.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Savvy Games Group (parent), NewView Capital, Horizons Ventures, Greenspring Associates, Techstars.
- **Growth Signals**: Ranked **#1 mobile game maker in the U.S.** and **#2 globally** by revenue as of 2024. Named a **TIME100 Most Influential Companies**. Over 15 acquisitions completed, including the massive Niantic games business in 2025. Headcount of **2,377 employees** growing at +0.5% monthly with 239 active job postings.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Massive IP Portfolio**: Owns or operates some of the most valuable mobile game IPs in the world (Pokémon, MONOPOLY, Marvel, Star Trek).
- **Scale & Reach**: Operates in 30+ countries with 21 offices across 9 countries; truly global development and publishing footprint.
- **Proven M&A Engine**: Demonstrated ability to acquire, integrate, and scale studios (Niantic, GSN Games, Digit Game Studios) — a core strategic moat.
- **Data-Driven Development**: Heavy investment in analytics, performance marketing, and live operations to maximize player lifetime value.
- **Savvy Games Group Backing**: Backed by the $4.9B acquisition by Savvy, providing deep financial resources and strategic autonomy.

## Strategic Focus
- **Live Service Excellence**: Deep focus on live operations, player engagement, and long-term retention for existing titles.
- **Global Expansion**: Continued hiring and office growth in key markets (Spain, India, UK, Canada, Mexico).
- **AI & Data**: Investing heavily in data science, analytics engineering, and anti-cheat/player safety technologies.
- **New Game Development**: Actively building new titles across multiple genres, leveraging both original IP and licensed brands.
- **Post-Acquisition Integration**: Smoothly integrating Niantic's games, teams, and technology into the Scopely ecosystem.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as a place where "creators, dreamers, and pioneers" work, with a strong emphasis on mutual respect and mindfulness. Employees are called "Scopeleans."
- **Awards**: Named a **Top 100 Best Workplace for Innovators**, **Best Places to Work in LA**, and **Built In Best Places to Work**.
- **Global & Remote-Friendly**: Offices in 21 locations across 9 countries (US, Spain, UK, India, Canada, Mexico, Ireland, Portugal, China, Singapore). Large engineering hubs in Barcelona, Culver City, and India.
- **Engineering Culture**: Heavy investment in tech roles (581 employees in Technical departments). Roles include Senior Front End Engineer, Staff Engineer (Server), Director of Data (Analytics Engineering), and Director of Player Safety & Anti-Cheat.
- **Compensation & Ratings**: Glassdoor rating of **3.7/5** (499 reviews) with compensation rated 3.7/5 and culture rated 3.6/5. Example salary: Creative Director ~$177K/year, Deployment Project Manager ~$98K/year.
- **Growth Trajectory**: Rapidly growing company (+0.5% monthly headcount growth) with 239 open roles, offering significant career advancement potential in a top-tier mobile gaming company.

## Sources
1. [scopely.com](https://www.scopely.com/en)
2. [scopely.com - Life at Scopely](https://www.scopely.com/en/life-at-scopely)
3. [careers.scopely.com](https://careers.scopely.com/us/en/home)
4. [linkedin.com - Scopely](https://uk.linkedin.com/company/scopely)

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