Game Technical Designer Minecraft

Rivrs; Kota Bandung; Hybrid; IDR 167,400,000 - 279,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivrs in Bandung and Bali, Indonesia, seeks a Minecraft Technical Designer to build gameplay systems across our custom server projects. This hybrid role blends gameplay configuration, system integration, and Java development using YAML configurations and our internal frameworks.

You will configure and implement mechanics like progression, economy, quests, PvE/PvP, and seasonal events; develop plugins in Java; integrate systems for a seamless experience and maintain documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Minecraft gameplay and server ecosystems.
• Knowledge of RPG/MMO progression systems and player engagement.
• Experience with custom Minecraft servers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Configure and implement gameplay mechanics such as progression systems, skills, economy, quests, PvE and PvP, and events.
• Develop custom features and plugins in Java when needed; integrate multiple plugins and systems.
• Collaborate with game designers, test, iterate, and maintain clean documentation and configurations.

Skills

Minecraft knowledge

Java

Yaml configurations

Git

Attention to detail

Tools

Paper/Spigot/Bukkit/Velocity

Job description

Game Technical Designer Minecraft

We're looking for a Minecraft Technical Designer to join our team in Bandung and Bali, Indonesia, and help build gameplay systems across multiple custom Minecraft server projects.

This is a hybrid role combining gameplay configuration, system integration, and Java development. You'll work closely with designers to transform game concepts into fully playable experiences using custom plugins, YAML configurations, and our internal frameworks.

What You'll Do

Gameplay Systems

Configure and implement gameplay mechanics such as:

• Progression systems
• Skills and professions
• Economy systems
• Quests and achievements
• PvE and PvP mechanics
• Seasonal and live events

Create and maintain YAML configurations across our plugin ecosystem.

Configure custom mobs, bosses, items, rewards, and progression systems.

Balance gameplay loops, progression curves, and player rewards.

Development & Integration

Develop custom features and plugins in Java when needed.

Integrate multiple plugins and systems into a seamless player experience.

Debug gameplay issues and improve server stability.

Work with technologies such as Paper, Spigot, Bukkit, and Velocity.

Collaboration

Work closely with game designers to bring ideas into the game.

Test, iterate, and improve systems based on player feedback.

Maintain clean documentation and organized configurations.

Contribute to the evolution of our internal tools and frameworks.

Requirements

Minecraft & Game Design

• Strong understanding of Minecraft gameplay and server ecosystems.
• Good understanding of RPG/MMO progression systems and player engagement.
• Ability to identify balancing issues and improve gameplay experiences.
• Experience playing or working on custom Minecraft servers is a strong plus.

Technical Skills

• Comfortable working with YAML configuration files.
• Basic to intermediate Java knowledge.
• Familiarity with Git and collaborative workflows.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.

Bonus Skills

• Experience developing Minecraft plugins.
• MythicMobs, quests, custom items, or RPG systems.
• SQL, Redis, or backend technologies.
• Modding, Roblox Studio, datapacks, or other game creation tools.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys building game systems as much as playing them.

You are

• Passionate about Minecraft and online games.
• Comfortable moving between configuration, design implementation, and development.
• Curious, autonomous, and eager to learn.
• Detail-oriented and able to spot gameplay inconsistencies.
• Excited to create experiences that thousands of players will interact with every day.

Why Join Us?

• Work on ambitious custom Minecraft projects with proprietary systems.
• Have a direct impact on gameplay experienced by thousands of players.
• Collaborate with a small, highly creative team.
• Contribute ideas, not just implementation.