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Head of UA

Whatwapp
CompanyWhatwapp
CategoryUncategorised
LocationMilan (4 days per month) / hybrid
RemoteHybrid
EmploymentNot stated
LevelDirector
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted28 Apr 2026
Last verified12 Aug 2026
SourceEmployer ATS (greenhouse)
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Description
  🤩 Would you like to play with us? Whatwapp is a leading mobile game company in Italy with three major titles, focusing on casual games. The company, comprising around fifty diverse team members, operates in English and supports hybrid work options (4 days per month in Milan). Whatwapp is transitioning from a startup to a scale-up, aiming to expand globally and innovate within the gaming industry. We encourage a flat hierarchy, allowing rapid idea execution and learning opportunities directly from our leaders, with a commitment to the personal and professional growth of our employees. We're looking for a Head of UA to drive the expansion of Whatwapp’s games, driving a steady influx of high-quality users while maximizing profitability. Reporting directly to the CEOs, you'll play a key role in shaping and executing our growth strategy. The ideal candidate is a data-driven growth leader with strong UA expertise and a strategic mindset, capable of scaling mobile games internationally—especially in the US market. They thrive at the intersection of marketing and product, leveraging a holistic growth strategy that goes beyond traditional UA.   📖 Your quest will be to: Define and execute a sustainable growth strategy to expand Whatwapp’s games, balancing user volume and quality to maximize profitability. Lead and scale the UA team, hiring and mentoring top talent while fostering a data-driven, high-performance culture. Mentor the creative team , ensuring data-driven ad creative development that resonates with target audiences and enhances campaign performance. Develop and refine UA strategies to hit and exceed key ROAS and CPA benchmarks, ensuring optimal budget allocation and efficiency. Leverage data-driven insights to inform product decisions, working closely with Product, Creative, and Data teams to align growth efforts with game design and monetization. Own the revenue forecast and marketing spend by ensuring deep KPI ownership across UA cost, revenue, ROAS, MER, and cash flow. Optimize and expand marketing efforts across both traditional (Meta, Google, TikTok) and non-traditional (CTV, influencer marketing, community engagement) channels. Drive the successful launch of new games, defining and executing user acquisition strategies from soft launch to global scale. 🎮 To start playing, you will need: Proven experience in scaling mobile F2P games. Strong analytical skills , with solid expertise in UA metrics (ROAS, MER, and cash flow management). Expertise in creative-driven performance marketing , working alongside creative teams to develop high-impact ad assets. Strong leadership skills , capable of structuring and scaling a high-performing growth team. Deep understanding of international markets, with a strong focus on the US and its mobile gaming growth dynamics. Strategic mindset , able to balance short-term UA performance with long-term growth and monetization strategies. Experience working cross-functionally , particularly with Product and Data teams, to align marketing with game design. Out-of-the-box thinking mindset , with the ability to break down complex challenges and find innovative solutions. Experience in LTV and ROAS modeling , with a strong ability to define the right specifications for Data and Marketing Analytics teams to build and refine predictive models that drive sustainable growth. Understanding of ad monetization and its role in optimizing overall revenue streams. Strong grasp of cash flow management principles to enhance revenue forecasting and ensure efficient budget allocation for marketing investments. 👤 The type of player we are looking for: A game lover Hungry for a win A careful and detailed planner Data-oriented Leader Enjoys solving problems and puzzles Understands the meaning of full ownership Critical thinker Outside-the-box thinker 👑 Our comp