System Designer / Game Design

Devomon; Santiago de Compostela; A distancia; EUR 24.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading game development studio in Santiago de Compostela seeks a System Designer to join their team. The role involves designing character progression systems and interlocking game mechanics for an upcoming Anime ARPG. Ideal candidates will have experience in RPG design and proficiency in Unreal Engine. The position offers a competitive salary of €24,000 to €36,000, performance-based bonuses, and fully remote work with flexible hours.

Servicios

Performance-based bonuses

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Professional development budget

Formación

• Experience in System Design of RPGs.
• Proficiency in prototyping in Unreal (Blueprints).
• Strong understanding of progression and balancing methodologies.

Responsabilidades

• Design character progression curves and skill unlock trees.
• Create engaging and immersive game modes.
• Balance gameplay systems to enhance player experience.

Conocimientos

Experience in System Design of RPGs

Shipping progression systems

Prototyping in Unreal

Understanding of gameplay balancing

Excellent communication skills

Educación

Educational background in game design

Descripción del empleo

Direct message the job poster from DevomonFounder of Saguni Studios | Gaming & Webtoon - Release 2026 / Switzerland & UAE

Are you passionate about designing deep and engaging progression systems? Do you have expert insight into player development loops and interlocking game mechanics? Join our development team as a System Designer and shape the core progression and system mechanics of our upcoming Anime ARPG!

Your Responsibilities

• Design character progression curves, skill unlock trees, and resource economies
• Design interlocking systems such as companion synergies, gear customization, and crafting mechanics
• Embed progression milestones within story arcs and character bond mechanics
• Collaborate with Level Designers to craft engaging puzzles and traps and define flow rules for room-based, procedural dungeons
• Partner with Narrative Designers to integrate story-driven mechanics that enhance player engagement
• Design varied and engaging game modes that keep players immersed and feel unique
• Design multiphase boss encounters, integrating strategic depth and unique attack patterns
• Track KPIs and iterate based on telemetry and tester/player feedback
• Balance gameplay systems to deliver a fair, challenging, and engaging experience
• Create comprehensive and well-structured design documentation that clearly communicates combat mechanics and gameplay flow

What We’re Looking For

• Practical experience in System Design of RPGs
• Proven experience shipping deep progression and interconnected systems
• Proficiency in prototyping in Unreal (Blueprints)
• Strong understanding of progression, economies, and balancing methodologies
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaborative skills

Bonus Skills

• Passion for anime aesthetics and story-rich games
• Educational background in game design or related field
• Familiarity with gacha or live-service event systems

How to Apply

Send your resume with a brief cover letter addressing:

• Your motivation to apply
• Your experience in the field
• Your experience with Unreal Engine
• Your related educational background

We offer a competitive annual payment range of €24,000 to €36,000, performance-based bonuses, fully remote work with flexible hours, a professional development budget, and the opportunity to work with an international team of professionals.