Game Designer

Our company is currently seeking a skilled and passionate Game Designer to join our team. As a Game Designer, you will be responsible for conceptualizing and creating engaging gameplay mechanics, levels, and systems for our upcoming titles. If you have a strong understanding of game development tools, technologies, and trends, as well as experience in game design, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain project plans, schedules, and roadmaps. Ensure the team is on track with their deliverables.
• Communicate frequently and effectively with clients and managers on project status, risks, and opportunities.
• Ensure cross-department visibility is clear and dependencies are properly tracked. Ensure the impact of scope changes is understood, and the ramifications are clearly communicated.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of the production management processes to increase studio efficiency and quality.
• Serve as a mentor and provide leadership, information, and resources to new and existing production team members.
• Maintain a constant awareness of game status through regular play sessions. Evaluate project scope and make recommendations to the Creative Director, Game Director, and studio leadership.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Requirements:

• Casual games experience is a must.
• At least +5 years of experience working in a production role where you’ve managed cross-functional teams in the creation and delivery of projects.
• Expertise in common Production methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) as well as software (Jira, Shotgun, Excel, Project, Confluence, or equivalents).
• Deep understanding of game development, software development process, and project management practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, on both a personal and team level.
• Self-starter. Approaches challenge creatively and methodically, seeing them through to the final resolution.
• An active listener. Makes decisions based on data.
• A proactive outward attitude. Consistently professional, respectful, and approachable.

What you will find working with us:

• A permanently remote position, allowing for flexibility and convenience in terms of where you work.
• The opportunity to apply your skills to a diverse range of projects, helping you to hone and improve them.
• The chance to be part of an international group, giving you access to a diverse and multicultural environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and development, including ongoing training and professional self-improvement.
• The chance to work closely with a team of like-minded individuals in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible working hours, allowing you to manage your time effectively.
• An inclusive culture and open communication, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.