Principal Game Designer

4 Hours ago • 5-10 Years

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Lighthouse Games seeks a Principal Game Designer to lead and mentor a team in creating AAA gaming experiences. Must-haves include extensive experience in game design, a proven track record of successful AAA game launches, strong knowledge of game design principles, and exceptional creativity for innovative ideas.

Description

Lighthouse Games is a dynamic and innovative game development studio, dedicated to creating AAA gaming experiences. As a Principal Game Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the vision and direction of our upcoming projects.

Working closely with our talented design team, you will lead the creation of engaging and immersive gameplay experiences. Your expertise in game design and your passion for pushing boundaries will elevate our games to new heights. You will drive the development of innovative game mechanics, systems, and features, ensuring they align with the overall design goals and deliver an exceptional player experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of game designers, providing guidance, support, and feedback
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including art, engineering, and production to ensure the successful implementation of game features
  • Create comprehensive design documentation, including game mechanics, systems, and level designs
  • Iterate and refine game mechanics and systems based on playtest feedback and player analytics
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to continuously improve and innovate the design process

Requirements

  • Extensive experience as a game designer, preferably in a senior or principal role
  • Proven track record of designing and shipping successful AAA games
  • Strong knowledge of game design principles and methodologies
  • Exceptional creativity and ability to generate innovative ideas
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to lead and inspire a team of designers
  • Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of player motivations

Benefits

  • 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
  • Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
  • Discretionary Bonus Scheme
  • Private Pension Scheme
  • Private Healthcare
  • Health and Well-Being Benefits
  • Dental Care
  • Optical treatments
  • Mental Health Support

About The Company

Lighthouse is a game development company, and our ambition is to create a studio that embodies what it means to be at the bleeding edge of video game development – a studio that enables developers to create the best work of their career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative.


We are a home for ambitious developers who value collaboration and possess a determination to deliver quality. We want talent to flourish in our state-of-the-art studio and welcome experienced developers with a passion for mentoring. Our studio is a great environment for new talent to grow and develop their careers because they will be part of an outstanding studio with a long, bright future, where they can learn from the best. 


As a growing AAA development studio, we are actively searching for talent and by joining Lighthouse you will work with some of the leading lights in AAA game development, who will support you in creating the best work of your career in an environment which fosters openness and respect.

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