Senior Game Designer f/m/d (mobile games)

2 Months ago • 5-10 Years • Game Design

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Job Description

Senior Game Designer needed for a mobile game project featuring a popular IP. Must have 5+ years of experience in mobile game design, a passion for Turn-Based Strategy and RPGs, and experience in developing player engagement systems.
Must have:
  • Mobile Game Design
  • Turn-Based Strategy
  • Player Engagement
  • Game Mechanics
Good to have:
  • F2P Game Design
  • KPI Optimization
  • Game Data Analysis
  • German Language
Perks:
  • Relocation Support
  • Lunch Budget
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About the company

Chimera Entertainment is a creative and independent development studio for digital entertainment software in the heart of the beautiful city of Munich. Our company was founded in 2006 with the support of the production house remote control productions GmbH.

In addition to developing our own IPs, we implement work for hire, from conception to completion. Gameplay, creativity, and imagination are always at the forefront and we promote teamwork, exceptional talent, and passion. Thanks to our 15+ year of expertise in mobile gaming and cross-platform development, our award-winning portfolio consists of top titles such as 'Angry Birds Epic' and 'Angry Birds Evolution'. We are one of Germany's leading game developers and look forward to welcoming you as a potential member of our ambitious over 45-strong team. We want to expand our success within the coolest industry in the world.

We are currently working on our own IP strategy game "Songs of Silence" for PC and consoles: check it out on  Steam! We're always pushing for new heights.

We invite you to join us in shaping the industry's forefront. We are looking for a Senior Game Designer to work on an exciting new mobile project featuring a popular IP for international clients.

Your role:

As a Senior Game Designer (mobile) at Chimera Entertainment, you'll join a talented, international team to create high-quality, visually appealing games. In our ambitious company with a transparent leadership style, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects with high-profile partners and grow your expertise in a supportive atmosphere.

The kind of stuff you’ll be doing:
  • Design and map out new features & content and adjust existing ones from high to detailed level
  • Create and maintain design documentation, including design briefs, specifications, and prototypes
  • Balance and fine-tune game mechanics to ensure optimal player experience
  • Collaborate with our partner to ensure game design is aligned with overall project goals and vision
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure game design aligns with technical and artistic constraints
  • Analyze game data and player feedback to optimize game design and user experience
Who we’re looking for:
  • 5+ years of experience as a game designer, ideally in mobile games (Premium or F2P)
  • Passion for Turn-Based Strategy and RPG’s
  • Experience in developing systems to drive player engagement and retention
  • Proven ability to balance complex game systems
  • Knowledge of KPIs and their role in optimizing F2P games
  • At least one shipped game under your belt
  • Proficient in creating documentation in English (German is a plus)
  • Self-directed and reliable
  • Onsite in Munich (hybrid model; full remote is not an option)
What's in for you?
  • Flat hierarchy in a friendly atmosphere in a flexible working environment
  • A creative, casual, and international workplace right in the heart of Munich 
  • Public Transport compensation in Munich (German Ticket)
  • Relocation support
  • Lunch Budget (up to 50 €/month) 
  • German Language course (we cover costs up to 75%)
  • Professional health coaching with a Sports Scientist & Medical Training Therapist (OLAO HEALTH) - digital and live
  • A well-stocked library with books, games, and games consoles 
  • Free coffee, drinks, and fruits onsite
  • Regular team & company events like a summer party, Oktoberfest, and Movie and Gaming Nights 
  • And a lot of fun :-)
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About The Company

Chimera Entertainment is an experienced independent development studio for digital entertainment software with more than 20 released games and a focus on mobile and PC games. “Angry Birds Epic”, released in June 2014, is Chimera Entertainment’s biggest international success to date with more than 100 million downloads worldwide. “Angry Birds Evolution”, Chimera's latest production launched in June 2017. 


Founded in 2006, Chimera now employs more than 60 people in the heart of Munich and is the largest team within the developer network of production house remote control productions. The studio has developed more than 20 games across five platforms, including “Angry Birds Evolution”, “Angry Birds Epic”, “Sacred Legends”, John Woo’s Bloodstroke”, “Demolition Dash”, the RPG word-puzzle game ”Word Wonders: The Tower of Babel”, winner of the German Computer Games Awards 2013 (Best Mobile Game) and the massively multiplayer online strategy game ”Warstory – Europe in Flames”. More info about Chimera Entertainment can be found at: https://www.chimera-entertainment.de/

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