Lead Game Designer

vor 2 Wochen

Berlin, Deutschland Kolibri Games GmbH Vollzeit

Full-Time | Berlin, Germany

We are Kolibri Games - a mobile games developer from Berlin. We believe that with the best people, we can make games that players will enjoy for years to come.

**Lead Game Designer (f/m/d)**:
We are looking for an experienced Lead Game Designer to lead the design team and make the key design decisions for our hit title, ‘Idle Miner Tycoon’.

You will be responsible for new features and content creation, economy management, and balancing for a game with a huge player base. Working with a cross-functional game team and reporting to the Product Director, you will take the lead on all aspects of design, including vision and management.

**Responsibilities**:

- Be the game design expert within the Idle Miner Tycoon team, guiding decisions with deep knowledge of free-to-play game design, economy balancing, and F2P monetization.
- Lead and mentor the Idle Miner Tycoon Game Designers and UI/UX designers, fostering growth and ensuring alignment with the game's vision.
- Implement robust game design practices and collaborate with Product Management to drive continuous improvement.
- Ensure high quality of game design process and deliverables.
- Assist in recruiting and evaluating game designer hires to maintain a skilled and cohesive team.
- Directly contribute to feature enhancement and new feature development, using data-driven insights to drive player engagement and monetization.
- Support the creation of the game's vision, roadmap, and feature set alongside the Game Lead, and analyze metrics to propose improvements.
- Collaborate across departments and support cross-functional initiatives related to game design.
- Cultivate a culture of creativity and teamwork within the team and company, and stay updated on industry trends.

**Required Skills**:

- Leadership and mentoring experience, with at least 2 years in managing game designers.
- Strong proficiency in game mechanics, live operations, and monetization strategies.
- Analytical skills, including understanding of mobile game KPIs and Excel.
- Passion for idle games and delivering exceptional user experiences.
- Excellent communication and time management skills.

**What We Offer**:
**Hybrid Work**

We understand how important flexibility is. That's why we offer a hybrid work setup and flexible hours, allowing you to balance your time between the office and remote work

**Modern Office Space**

Our new, centrally located office in Berlin-Mitte has everything you need to excel. We also have plenty of opportunities for fun, with table tennis and kicker tables, meeting spaces, and a sleek modern design

Take a look around

**Health & Fitness Bonus**

We provide a monthly fitness bonus. Enjoy your time outside the office by picking the activity that suits you, from Urban Sports Club, to covering your gym membership

**Company Holidays**

We plan amazing company holidays to relax and bond as a team

**Learning Budget**

We're serious about supporting your professional growth. You'll get a yearly learning budget to spend on any form of learning that will help you develop your skills and grow in your role

**Relocation**

Moving to another country can be stressful. Our HR team will guide and support you, making sure that you (and your family) make your way to Berlin as smoothly as possible

**30 Days Holiday**

Our company implements a 30-day yearly holiday policy for all Kolibris. This means you have plenty of time to enjoy life outside of work

**Fun Social Events**

From BBQ's and movie nights to team lunches and more. We also have a team event budget you can use to buy games or sports equipment to make working here even more fun. On Fridays after work, there's dinner and drinks waiting for everyone at the office

Kolibri Games is an equal opportunity employer. We come from 40 different countries and many different backgrounds. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, physical appearance or disability.

We look forward to hearing from you

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