Game Systems Designer

1 Month ago • 5-7 Years • Systems Design • $102,000 PA - $152,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Pokémon Company International seeks an experienced Game Systems Designer to join its in-house Game Studio. This role involves balancing and optimizing game systems (economy, progression, gameplay), brainstorming and designing new features, implementing key features aligning with business goals, creating game design documentation, collaborating with cross-functional teams (UX/UI, Engineering, Producers), using data to inform design decisions, conducting playtests, and performing competitive analysis. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel and Unity, and a collaborative mindset.
Must have:
  • 5-7 years relevant experience
  • Proficiency in Excel & Unity
  • Strong analytical & math skills
  • Experience in game system design (progression, combat, economy)
  • Excellent communication skills
Good to have:
  • Experience with multiple platforms
  • Trading card game familiarity
Perks:
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare
  • Generous paid family leave
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • 401k Employer Matching (US)
  • Pension Employer Contributions (UK/IRE/MX)
  • Fitness reimbursement
  • Commuter benefit
  • LinkedIn learning
  • Relocation package (certain roles)
  • Hybrid work environment

Job Details

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

 

Get to know the role

  • Job Title: Game Systems Designer
  • Job Summary: The Pokémon Company International is seeking an experienced Game Systems Designer to join our in-house Game Studio team. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams including UX/UI Designers, Engineering, and Game Producers to contribute to and drive the success of the game. This role will require proven skills in economy design, progression systems, strong critical thinking abilities, and experience in tuning and balancing systems to meet business objectives.
  • FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
  • People Manager: No

 

What you’ll do

  • Balance and optimize existing systems focused on economy, progression, and overall gameplay.
  • Brainstorm, propose, and document potential new features bringing a systems design mindset.
  • Design, implement, and operate key features that further the overall strategic vision of the product to improve KPIs that align with business goals.
  • Create and maintain thorough game design documentation.
  • Partner with other disciplines to ensure your designs are delivered to the highest quality.
  • Seek out data to inform ongoing design decisions, partnering with our Analytics team and external research partners to learn from both quantitative and qualitative data that will inform solutions that make the gameplay and systems as funa s possible.
  • Gathering playtest data, both quantitative and qualitative, and aid in coming up with solutions to make the gameplay and systems as fun as possible.
  • Conduct competitive analysis to stay ahead of industry trends and incorporate innovative features.

 

What you’ll bring

  • Five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred or a demonstrated equivalent level of applicable experience.
  • Math and analytical skills with a proficiency in Excel.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in design or tuning of at least one game design system in a non-academic setting, like progression, combat, or inventory systems for a retail game.
  • Strong understanding of system design principles and ability to conceive and create complex but efficient systems in service of an amazing game experience.
  • Demonstrative proof of an open-minded, collaborative mindset with flexibility and resilience in the face of constraints that enables consistent delivery of solutions in dynamic conditions.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Working proficiency within the Unity game engine.
  • Experience working on games for multiple platforms is a plus.
  • Familiarity with trading card games is a plus.

 

Base salary range: For this role, new hires generally start between $102,000.00 - $120,650.00. The full range is $102,000.00 - $152,000.00. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each candidates' qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

 

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How you’ll be successful

  • Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
  • Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.  
  • Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
  • Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve. 
  • Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.  
  • Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

 

What to expect

  • An employee first culture.
  • Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
  • Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
  • Generous paid family leave.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
  • US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
  • UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
  • Fitness reimbursement.
  • Commuter benefit.
  • LinkedIn learning.
  • Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
  • Hybrid work environment.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at Accomodationrequest_TA@pokemon.com

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