Lead Game Designer, Co-Development

Vor 7 Tagen


Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland Yager Vollzeit

About the Role

YAGER is seeking a highly skilled Lead Game Designer to join our team in Berlin, Germany.

As a key member of our co-development business unit, you will be responsible for managing and building a talented team of game designers.

You will work closely with other leads to tackle challenges and ensure YAGER is a successful, great place to work.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain a dynamic, high-performing game design department.
  • Represent the design department at the leadership level, addressing challenges, and championing the needs of your team.
  • Supervise and support game designers, managing their career progression, resolving conflicts, and conducting regular, meaningful one-on-one meetings.
  • Guide designers in enhancing their interpersonal skills, including communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving.
  • Promote continuous improvement in design skills through access to internal and external learning resources.
  • Foster an environment of ownership, trust, collaboration, and a commitment to craft excellence.
  • Work with project leaders to ensure optimal allocation of design resources and empower designers to achieve their best work.

Requirements

  • 6+ years in the game industry with a proven track record as a lead game designer or similar role.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and represent YAGER's game design discipline within our co-development partnerships.
  • Skilled in bridging individual, team, and department goals to foster interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Adept at navigating the inherent tensions in creative projects.
  • Passionate about gaming, with a deep understanding of and empathy for our player base and the needs of our co-development projects.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

What We Offer

  • Relocation packages and budgets, provide temporary accommodation, administrative support, and more.
  • Competitive vacation days and core working hours.
  • Green travel at a discount. We have a Company Ticket benefit for the public transportation system in Berlin (BVG or DB).
  • Pet-friendly office. Bring your best buddy to the office and make new friends.
  • A diverse and creative team. Over 30 nationalities come together to create thrilling gaming experiences.
  • Dedicated to your growth. Receive feedback, internal trainings, workshops, and Lunch & Learns, and more.
  • Mental health matters. We work with various partners to provide you and your loved ones with support for mental & physical health, coaching, and counselling, and more.
  • A gym membership for FitX gyms around Berlin. The best thing about it? There's one just a ten-minute walk from the office. Or you can choose E-GYM subscription for more flexibility instead.
  • An equipped kitchen stocked with beverages and fresh fruits and regular team events.


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