Senior Game Designer (Gameplay)

2 Months ago • 4 Years + • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Game Designer (Gameplay) at Nexters, you'll work on Hero Wars: Dominion Era (Desktop). Responsibilities include developing and implementing game mechanics and systems, balancing and optimizing game systems, designing new game modes, creating progression and reward systems, analyzing gameplay metrics, collaborating with other departments, conducting playtests, and writing design documentation. You will be crucial in ensuring a cohesive and engaging player experience. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience in game design, a deep understanding of F2P mechanics, and proven success in developing and implementing gameplay systems.
Must have:
  • 4+ years gameplay design experience
  • Gameplay system development & implementation
  • F2P game principles understanding
  • Game system balancing & optimization
  • Innovative gameplay mechanic design
Good to have:
  • Game engine & programming knowledge
Perks:
  • Healthcare (medical & dental)
  • Paid vacation & sick leave
  • Remote work option
  • Sports activities (yoga, football, volleyball)
  • Relocation support
  • Language courses
  • Game jams, hackathons, conferences
  • Company events

Job Details

Senior Game Designer

Project: Hero Wars: Dominion Era

About Nexters

Nexters is an international game development company that strives to introduce the joy of core gaming experiences to casual players. In 2021 we went public and listed on the NASDAQ (GDEV). Nexters is part of the GDEV holding, which includes not only Nexters, but also Cubic Games, Royal Ark, Game Gears studios. Our people work worldwide from offices in Cyprus, Armenia, and Kazakhstan or remotely. We want brilliant professionals who love building great games in a team with one of the best cultures..

About your role

We are looking for a skilled Game Designer to work on the gameplay of one of our flagship projects, Hero Wars Dominion Era (Desktop).

What you’ll be doing

  • Developing and implementing mechanics and gameplay systems
  • Balancing and optimizing game systems
  • Designing and introducing new game modes
  • Create and integrate progression and reward systems.
  • Analyzing gameplay metrics
  • Collaborating with other departments to ensure a cohesive player experience
  • Conducting playtests and analyzing user feedback
  • Writing and maintaining design documentation

We hope that you have

  • At least 4 years of experience as a gameplay designer
  • Proven experience in developing and implementing gameplay systems
  • A deep understanding of F2P game principles and mechanics
  • Experience working on successful gaming projects
  • Skills in balancing and optimizing game systems
  • The ability to design innovative gameplay mechanics
  • Strong time management skills and the ability to work in a multitasking environment
  • Quick problem-solving in critical situations

Nice to have

  • An understanding of game engines and basic programming knowledge

What we offer

  • Healthcare
    Medical care program (including dental service) or medical care compensation are available for you wherever you wish to work. The basic medical care program is also available for your family members if you choose to work from our official locations – Cyprus, Armenia, and Kazakhstan.
  • Work, life, and balance
    We offer a fair amount of paid vacation days and sick leave. You can work at one of our comfortable offices in official locations or from home.
  • Sports
    You can choose various sports activities like yoga, football, and volleyball in our official locations.
  • Relocation support
    A relocation package is available for you if you decide to join us in one of our official locations.
  • Skills improvement
    Let's learn languages: you can visit online English language courses. Greek and Armenian language lessons are available for everyone who works in Cyprus or Armenia. Our company encourages people of Nexters to take part in game jams, hackathons, and relevant conferences and meetups as expert speakers.
  • Events
    Our events are legendary – ask anyone who already works at Nexters. There are strategic sessions, workshops, parties, contests, and other activities every year.
  • Community & ESG
    We are proud of our local communities and support employees’ social initiatives. Dream big, act big: Nexters contribute to gaming’s positive impact on the world, hold a sustainability strategy, and take part in charity projects all over the world.

Work format

In one of the company's offices in Armenia, Kazakhstan, Cyprus or remotely.





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About The Company

Nexters is an international game development company which strives to introduce the joy of core gaming experiences to casual players on mobile and desktop.

Thanks to our hit games like Hero Wars, Island Questaway, Throne Rush, and others, we’ve reached over 200 million installs worldwide, built a team of 700+ inspired game developers, and become one of the top five independent mobile game companies in Europe.

We are publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol GDEV and have tremendous plans for the future. We welcome new talent to join in our mutual growth and help establish us as the new leader in the industry.

In June 2023 Nexters evolves into gaming and entertainment holding company, GDEV Inc (which also included: Dragon Machines, Cubic Games, Royal Ark, Game Gears and RJ Games)

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