Game Designer

We are seeking a skilled 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 develop 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, captivating, and optimized for player retention.

Key Responsibilities

- Design and develop gameplay mechanics, features, systems, and progression loops tailored for mobile games.
- Create and maintain comprehensive Game Design Documents (GDDs) and detailed feature specifications.
- 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 take game features from concept to launch.
- Prototype and test new gameplay ideas, mechanics, and features to evaluate their effectiveness.
- 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 mechanics, and evolving player expectations.

Required Qualifications

- 3 to 6 years of professional experience in Game Design, preferably within the mobile gaming industry.
- 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.
- Deep knowledge of game economies, balancing, rewards, and progression systems.
- Experience with Unity or similar game engines is preferred.
- Ability to create clear, structured GDDs, 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.
- Passion for games and a broad understanding of various mobile game genres.
- A strong portfolio showcasing shipped games or 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.
- Active player and analyst of mobile games, with a keen eye for detail and innovation.
- Strong creative thinker with a data-driven approach to design.
- Ability to balance creativity with business goals and player satisfaction.
- Capable of working independently while maintaining effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Experience using analytics tools such as GameAnalytics or Unity Analytics.
- Familiarity with project management and design tools like Jira, Miro, or Figma.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the creation of compelling mobile games that resonate with players worldwide. If you are passionate about game design and eager to make an impact in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.