SOFTGAMES is seeking a Senior Game Designer (New Game) - Fully Remote to join our fully remote team. As a Senior Game Designer at SOFTGAMES, you will join a dedicated team of professionals building a new Merge game. You will be in charge of detailing out designs, coming up with new and interesting levels & systems while being a direct sparring partner to the Producer to ensure the highest possible quality of fun. This is a broad role with a big amount of ownership, you will directly support and at times take the lead on difficult design topics that range from loose conceptual ideas all the way to detailed in-game economies.
This is a REMOTE position.
**Qualified applicants will be expected to complete an assignment.
Your Role:
- Take ownership of the details when it comes to all aspects of Game Design.
- Designing Levels, Economies and Systems with support from the Producer.
- Team up, collaborate and iterate very closely with your Producer, ArtLead and Developers.
- Demonstrate creativity and adaptability.
Your profile
- You are passionate about games and deeply engaged with mobile and casual game trends.
- You enjoy diving into the details.
- You have 5+ years of experience in Mobile Game Design, ideally on live games.
- You have a deep understanding of F2P mechanics, systems design, and player motivation.
- You’re a strong communicator, comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment.
- You enjoy all aspects of game design and bring specialized experience in at least one of the following: Economy Design
- Systems Design
- You’re analytical and comfortable working with spreadsheets, KPIs, and balance tuning.
- You take ownership and initiative, driving your designs from concept to implementation.
- Fluent in English, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Timezone between GMT+2 (Berlin+1) to GMT−6 (Toronto−1)
Bonus
- Experience working on Merge-2 games.
Benefits
SOFTGAMES offers a competitive package, including:
- Remote first - We have a flexible working setup. Either fully remote wherever you are or on-site in our modern office in central Berlin - You decide.
- Flexible working hours - Structure your working hours to your needs. No crunch, no overtime!
- Generous vacation regulation no matter where you are!
- Home office allowance - Working from home but something is missing? We offer a budget to make your home office as productive as possible.
- Further Training - Everyone at SOFTGAMES is offered training opportunities to strengthen their skills or learn something new!
- Studio - We’re a remote-first company but also offer a super modern office with state-of-the-art tech, based in the center of Berlin.
- Equipment - Choose between a MacBook Pro or Lenovo Laptop.
- Meal allowances - A monthly budget is additionally granted to be spent for your lunches.
- Monthly extra grant for home office electricity + internet costs.
- Swag - Enjoy our stylish Hoodies, Bags, Mugs, etc.
- Offsite Retreats - Twice a year the entire company gets together to learn, share ideas, focus on the future, and celebrate our successes. Our events in general are epic but our off-site Retreat is one of a kind.
At SOFTGAMES, we value a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone's ideas are heard and valued. Join our dynamic team and be part of the exciting world of mobile gaming. Apply now and let your expertise shine!
