Lead Game Designer – Casual Mobile Games

Responsibilities

• Own the game design vision, player experience, and core gameplay mechanics for casual and hybrid casual mobile games.
• Design and optimize core loops, meta systems, progression, economy, retention, and monetization mechanics.
• Lead the game design team, providing mentorship, guidance, and feedback.
• Create and maintain comprehensive game design documentation.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Art, Engineering, Analytics, and User Acquisition teams.
• Analyze player behavior, KPIs, and market trends to drive game improvements.
• Conduct playtesting, balancing, and iteration cycles to maximize player engagement and retention.
• Develop innovative gameplay concepts and features based on player insights and market opportunities.
• Support live operations and content strategies to ensure long‑term game growth.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in game design, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience designing and launching successful mobile casual or hybrid casual games.
• Strong understanding of player psychology, game loops, progression systems, game economy, and monetization.
• Experience using game analytics and performance metrics to inform design decisions.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to balance creativity with business objectives and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Experience working in Agile and fast‑paced development environments.

Nice to Have

• Experience with live operations and event systems.
• Familiarity with user acquisition metrics and growth strategies.
• Experience using AI tools to accelerate game design workflows.
• Experience working on games with global audiences and large‑scale player bases.