Game Designer

We are seeking a talented Game Designer to create engaging, intuitive, and commercially successful mobile game experiences. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in game design, a solid understanding of player behavior, and the ability to take game concepts from ideation through to implementation. You will collaborate closely with Game Artists, Developers, Product Managers, and User Acquisition teams to design and refine mobile games that are fun, immersive, and optimized for player retention.

Key Responsibilities

- Design and develop gameplay mechanics, features, systems, and progression loops tailored for mobile games.
- Create and maintain detailed Game Design Documents (GDDs) and feature specifications to guide development.
- Design player journeys, progression systems, levels, challenges, rewards, and in-game economies.
- Analyze gameplay data, player feedback, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with Developers, Artists, Product Managers, and UA teams to bring game features from concept to launch.
- Prototype and test new gameplay ideas, mechanics, and features to ensure quality and engagement.
- Conduct competitor and market research to stay informed about trends and opportunities in mobile gaming.
- Balance game difficulty, progression, rewards, and economies to enhance player engagement and retention.
- Work on live games, continuously optimizing features based on performance metrics and player behavior.
- Participate in playtesting sessions and provide actionable feedback to improve the overall game experience.
- Ensure clear communication of game features to development and art teams.
- Stay updated on current mobile gaming trends, successful game mechanics, and evolving player expectations.

Required Qualifications

- 3 to 6 years of professional experience in Game Design, preferably within the mobile gaming sector.
- Strong understanding of mobile game mechanics, progression systems, monetization strategies, retention, and player engagement.
- Proven experience designing and launching game features from concept through implementation.
- In-depth knowledge of game economies, balancing, rewards, and progression systems.
- Experience working with Unity or similar game engines is preferred.
- Ability to create clear and structured Game Design Documents, flowcharts, wireframes, and feature specifications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data to inform design decisions.
- Good understanding of player psychology and user behavior.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Passion for games and a broad understanding of various mobile game genres.
- A strong portfolio demonstrating shipped games or relevant game design work is highly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications and Additional Attributes

- A hands-on game designer who takes full ownership of features and drives them to completion.
- An active player who regularly analyzes mobile games to understand trends and player preferences.
- Strong creative thinking combined with a data-driven approach to design.
- Ability to balance creativity with business goals and player satisfaction.
- Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Experience with analytics tools such as GameAnalytics or Unity Analytics.
- Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools like Jira, Miro, or Figma.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where creativity and data-driven decision-making come together to build compelling mobile gaming experiences. If you are passionate about games and eager to contribute to successful, player-focused titles, we encourage you to apply.