Senior Mobile Game Designer - Hybrid/Remote

Placements24; Polokwane; Híbrido; ZAR 420 000 - 660 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

State-of-the-art studio facilities

Professional development

Collaborative studio culture

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a Senior Game Designer to drive design for mobile titles. You will conceptualize core mechanics, craft GDDs, and collaborate with programmers, artists, and producers to iterate gameplay.'

The role blends on-site collaboration with remote work, requiring passion for mobile gaming, strong analysis, and a deep understanding of player psychology and market trends.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Game Designer with mobile titles.
• Ability to design and document compelling gameplay mechanics and systems.
• Experience creating detailed game design documentation (GDDs).
• Experience with Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Knowledge of player psychology and engagement strategies in mobile gaming.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to mentor junior designers.

Responsabilidades

• Conceptualize, design, and document core gameplay mechanics, systems, and features.
• Create detailed game design documents (GDDs), wireframes, and flowcharts.
• Collaborate with programmers to implement and iterate on game mechanics.
• Work with artists and UI/UX designers to ensure a cohesive player experience.
• Balance game economy, progression systems, and difficulty curves.
• Conduct playtesting sessions, gather feedback, and iterate on designs.
• Analyze player data and metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Stay current with mobile gaming trends, competitor analysis, and emerging technologies.
• Mentor junior game designers and contribute to a culture of creative excellence.

Conhecimentos

Game design

GDD documentation

Player psychology

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Communication

Mentoring

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Game Design/CS/related

Ferramentas

Unity

Unreal Engine

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a Senior Game Designer to drive design for mobile titles. You will conceptualize core mechanics, craft GDDs, and collaborate with programmers, artists, and producers to iterate gameplay.'

The role blends on-site collaboration with remote work, requiring passion for mobile gaming, strong analysis, and a deep understanding of player psychology and market trends.