Sr. Game Designer

Ruby Game Studio; Konak; On-site; TRY 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming studio in Turkey is seeking a Game Designer to create engaging core gameplay mechanics and collaborate with development teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Game Design, extensive experience in mobile games, and is proficient in both English and Turkish. This on-site position offers a competitive salary, a relocation package, and comprehensive health insurance.

Benefits

Competitive monthly salary in USD

Relocation package

Comprehensive private health insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in the mobile game industry.
• Ability to analyze player behavior and game KPIs.
• Strong collaboration with artists and developers.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging core gameplay mechanics.
• Create and maintain detailed game design documentation.
• Collaborate with Art and Development teams.
• Iterate on game features based on feedback.
• Balance game economy and progression systems.

Skills

Game design principles

Player engagement

Analytical skills

Creativity

Collaboration skills

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in Turkish

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Game Design or related field

Tools

Unity

Job description

Ruby Game Studio has been making its mark in the gaming industry with hyper/hybrid and casual games.In 2021, we became part of Rovio Entertainment, creators of Angry Birds, strengthening the Rovio Flock and expanding our global reach.

With a team of 30+ members, we continue to grow while maintaining a fun, inclusive environment. If you're passionate about adding value to the gaming industry, join us at the heart of Fun!

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in the mobile game industry, especially in Hybrid-casual or Casual games.
• Strong knowledge of game design principles, systems, mechanics, and player engagement loops.
• Ability to analyze player behavior and game KPIs, and translate insights into actionable design improvements.
• Creative mindset with the ability to design fun, innovative, and accessible gameplay features.
• Strong collaboration skills to work seamlessly with artists, developers, and product teams.
• Proficiency in English and Turkish, both verbal and written.

Plus If You Have:

• Hands-on experience with Unity.
• Experience with prototyping tools or scripting for gameplay mechanics.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Design engaging core gameplay mechanics, systems, and features that enhance player experience.
• Create and maintain detailed game design documentation (GDD, feature specs, wireframes, etc.).
• Collaborate closely with Art and Development teams to ensure design vision is executed effectively.
• Iterate on game features based on playtesting, user feedback, and KPI analysis.
• Balance game economy, difficulty curves, and progression systems to maximize retention and engagement.
• Research and stay up to date with mobile gaming trends, genres, and competitor titles.

What We’ll Provide:

• A competitive monthly salary in USD!
• A relocation package to cover your moving expenses.
• A comprehensive private health insurance package.

Important Note: Please be aware that this is an on-site position, we currently do not offer any remote job opportunities.