Game Designer Casual Games

5 Months ago • 4-10 Years • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

CoolGames is looking for a passionate Game Designer to join their team and help shape the future of casual gaming. Ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in the (mobile) games industry within an international studio, experience with LiveOps and ongoing game optimization, solid understanding of game KPIs, game system design, and balancing in-game economies.
Must have:
  • Game Designer
  • LiveOps Experience
  • Game System Design
  • In-game Economy
Good to have:
  • F2P Mechanics
  • Market Trends
  • Data-Driven Decision
  • Business Cases
Perks:
  • Health Insurance
  • Sports Allowance

Job Details

Description

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands (Flexible Remote Work Options Available)

*EU candidates only!

The World of Emerging Game Platforms

The gaming landscape is rapidly evolving beyond traditional app stores. Players now dive into games instantly from platforms like Facebook, Discord, Netflix, and more. Even the web is resurging as a significant gaming channel, with HTML5 games reaching more players each year.

In this dynamic environment, where casual gamers have numerous platforms to choose from, CoolGames is at the forefront, publishing high-quality HTML5 games enjoyed by millions every month. We're expanding our portfolio and have an ambitious roadmap filled with exciting new game projects.

To achieve our goals, we're looking for a passionate Game Designer to join our team and help shape the future of casual gaming with engaging and commercially successful new game IPs.

About CoolGames and High-Quality Casual Games

Founded in 2010, CoolGames is a leading HTML5-specialized studio located in the historic center of Amsterdam. We develop high-quality casual games for emerging platforms beyond the app stores, including Facebook Play, Microsoft Start, Google GameSnacks, Discord, and numerous media and gaming websites worldwide.

Unlike many studios grappling with unsustainable user acquisition models, CoolGames thrives as the demand for our quality titles continues to grow. Our games feature deep meta-game layers, social and multiplayer hooks to enhance virality, and sometimes incorporate renowned third-party IPs. We monetize through a balanced mix of advertising, in-app purchases (IAP), and paid subscriptions.

When we launch a new game, it’s not the end of the development, but instead the beginning of a new life cycle. Our LiveOps teams continuously optimize the game experience, adding new content and features over time. Each game's roadmap is driven by KPI analysis and prioritization based on the required effort versus expected impact.

If you're someone with an analytical mindset who wants to understand the impact of game mechanics on player behavior and contribute to the ongoing success of our games, CoolGames might be the perfect place for you!

About You

  • You have 4+ years of experience as a Game Designer, Product Manager, or a related role in the casual gaming industry.
  • You possess a strong understanding of revenue optimization and balancing game economies in F2P and/or ad-based mobile games.
  • You have an analytical mindset and are well-versed in key gaming KPIs.
  • You can seamlessly blend creative development processes with data-driven decision-making.
  • You're able to articulate what makes a game engaging and identify areas for improvement.
  • You stay updated on game design market trends and can share your insights with the team.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

  • Collaborate with Game Designers and Producers to create and refine Game Design Documents (GDDs), focusing on monetization cycles, in-game economies, and IAP models.
  • Contribute to LiveOps strategies, helping to prioritize roadmaps for existing games based on data analysis.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including artists, developers, and QA staff, to ensure the successful execution of game projects.
  • Participate in the development of business cases alongside Product Managers and the Business team.
  • Stay abreast of industry best practices and help implement them within CoolGames.
  • Present your findings and ideas to internal stakeholders and, occasionally, external partners.

Requirements

The ideal candidate meets the following criteria:

  • 4+ years of experience in the (mobile) games industry within an international studio.
  • Experience with LiveOps and ongoing game optimization.
  • Solid understanding of game KPIs, game system design, and balancing in-game economies.
  • Knowledge of top-grossing games, F2P mechanics, and current market trends.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team and communicate effectively.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in English (both written and spoken).

Benefits

At CoolGames, we offer a challenging role with significant responsibility and an attractive compensation package:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Health care insurance, travel compensation, and a company pension plan.
  • Sports allowance to support your well-being.
  • An environment that fosters learning and professional growth.
  • Flexibility to work remotely part-time.
  • An attractive office location in the historic center of Amsterdam.
  • Choice of high-end PC, MacBook Pro, or other laptop.
  • A fun, informal, and international company culture.

Join Us

If you're excited about shaping the future of casual gaming and believe you're the right fit for this role, we'd love to hear from you! Please send us your resume along with a motivation letter explaining why you're the perfect candidate for this position.

Apply now and become a part of the CoolGames team!

CoolGames is part of the Keesing Media Group, the world’s leading braintainment company.

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About The Company

HTML5 GAMES AVAILABLE FOR EVERYONE


Cloud gaming, instant fun!


CoolGames is on a mission to reshape the mobile games experience. In the cloud gaming era, games can now be played instantly and shared among billions of people, straight from the cloud without the need to download the game first.


No matter if you are playing games on social media, messenger platforms or websites. CoolGames is dedicated to developing and distributing the very best cloud-based HTML5 games for every player around the globe today.

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