Lead Game Designer (PC/Console/Mobile)

Gameloft; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Gameloft is seeking a Senior Game Designer to lead the design direction for a high‑quality project and collaborate with directors, producers, and cross‑disciplinary teams. You will shape core gameplay, meta progression, and narrative to deliver compelling experiences across platforms.

You will prototype concepts in Unity or Unreal, guide a design team, and ensure a cohesive, innovative player journey while staying aligned with market trends and company vision.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in game design in lead/principal roles.
• Released at least two titles as lead/principal/senior game designer.
• Experience with 3Cs and gameplay systems design for PC/Console action genres.
• Proficiency with prototyping in Unity or Unreal.
• Proficiency in meta-game, progression systems, balancing, UI/UX, level design, and narrative.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the gaming market and trends.
• Ability to retain a defined creative strategy while remaining open to modifications.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, Figma.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Creative Director, Studio Manager, Game Manager, and team leads to define and execute the game vision.
• Direct the tone, gameplay, and meta structure of the game focusing on innovation.
• Lead the design team to ensure a cohesive experience across the game.
• Coordinate with level design teams to ensure synergies between mechanics and progression.
• Anticipate and mitigate threats to quality and innovation.
• Build collaborative relationships with Art, UI, Tech, Online, Data, Audio, Production and HR.
• Allocate and plan resources and roadmap with managers and producers.
• Participate in recruitment for game designers.

Skills

Lead game designer

Gameplay systems design

Team leadership

UI/UX design

Communication skills

English fluency

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Figma

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Creative Director, Studio Manager, Game Manager, and other team leads to define and execute the game vision.
• Direct the tone, gameplay, and meta structure of the game, focusing on innovation and a thriving AA Experience.
• Lead the design team to ensure a cohesive experience across the game.
• Coordinate with level design teams to ensure synergies between mechanics and progression.
• Anticipate and mitigate threats to quality and innovation.
• Build a collaborative relationship with the other departments, including Art, UI, Tech, Online, Data, Audio, Production and Human Resources.
• Allocate and plan resources and roadmap in collaboration with managers and producers.
• Participate in the recruitment process for game designers.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience in game design, including lead or principal GD positions.
• Released a minimum of two titles while serving as a lead, principal, or senior game designer.
• Proven experience in 3Cs and gameplay systems design of PC/Console action genres (sports, racing, combat, shooters, open world, etc.)
• Experience prototyping with Unity or Unreal.
• Proficiency in core game design aspects like meta-game & progression systems, balancing, UI/UX, level design, and narrative.
• Proficient communication and leadership skills.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the gaming market and trends.
• Skillfulness in retaining a defined creative strategy while being open to modifications.
• Experience with standard industry tools like Jira, Confluence, Figma, etc.
• Fluent in English

Bonus assets:

• Experience with racing and/or action games.
• Experience with multiple platforms (PC, console, mobile)
• Experience with both premium games and games as a service (either DLC, subscription or F2P based).

Additional Information

Why Join the World of Gameloft?

• Because you want to be part of an exceptional experience within a company that is constantly growing!
• Because you want to work with talented people who are industry pioneers!
• Because you want to join a global company and meet great people around the world from all walks of life.
• Or, just because you’re looking for a great place to work!

We want to get to know you!

Job reference : #LI-RD2

Company Description

About Gameloft

Leader in the development and publishing of mobile games, Gameloft® has established itself as one of the top innovators in its field since 2000. Gameloft creates games for all digital platforms, two of which are featured in the “Top 10 Games by All-Time Worldwide Downloads” from App Annie. Gameloft operates its own established franchises such as Asphalt®, Order & Chaos, Modern Combat and Dungeon Hunter and also partners with major rights holders including Universal, Illumination Entertainment, Disney®, Marvel®, Hasbro®, Fox Digital Entertainment, Mattel® and Ferrari®. Gameloft distributes its games in over 100 countries and employs 4,600 people worldwide. Every month, 114 million unique users can be reached by advertisers in Gameloft games with Gameloft Advertising Solutions, a leading B2B offering dedicated to brands and agencies. Gameloft is a Vivendi company.

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