Principal Game Designer/Creative Lead

  • Full-time
  • Manager Role: No
  • Work Model: Hybrid
  • Platform: Cross-Platform

Company Description

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Leader in the development and publishing of games, Gameloft® has established itself as a pioneer in the industry, creating innovative gaming experiences for over 20 years. Gameloft creates games for all digital platforms, from mobile to cross-platform titles for PC and consoles. Gameloft operates its own established franchises such as Asphalt®, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat and Dungeon Hunter and also partners with major rights holders including LEGO®, Universal, Illumination Entertainment, Hasbro®, Fox Digital Entertainment, Mattel®, Lamborghini®, and Ferrari®. Gameloft distributes its games in over 100 countries and employs 3,600 people worldwide. Every month, 55 million unique users can be reached by advertisers in Gameloft games with Gameloft for brands, a leading B2B offering dedicated to brands and agencies. Gameloft is a Vivendi company.  

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Job Description

  • Demonstrate adaptability in creating new game mechanics, improving franchises, and adapting systems to new platforms.
  •  Analyze player feedback, track KPIs, identify game flaws, and propose solutions.
  •  Assess and enhance the structure and balance of time-limited events; propose new templates.
  • Research global market trends and successful games.
  • Creating design documents that define the blueprint for the entire game, from the  gameplay, and the level design,… to the onboarding experience and the interface;
  • Integrate successful game features and develop efficient research/testing methods.
  • Design balanced game mechanics and rules.
  • Collaborate with the Game Manager, Product Manager, and GED on the product roadmap.
  • Ensure game features align with the game vision.
  •  Mentor and support other Game Designers; drive innovation and maintain high performance.
  • Assist in game design matters and participate in talent recruitment as needed.

Qualifications

  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
  • 3+ years of proven experience in a Game Designer role with at least 2 shipped games (in any platform); and previous experience with a highly successful casual game title is a big plus.
  • Strong understanding of the market trend and target audience in gaming platforms.
  • LiveOps design.
  • Solid Game Designer, with proven expertise/knowledge of game mechanics, game balancing, UI/UX, successful game business models, monetization psychology and strategy, game reward systems, and retention strategy;
  • Data-Driven Decision Making, Game KPI Analysis.
  • Experience and interest in team-leadership and coaching.
  • Strong pitching and presentation skills;
  • And above all, motivation and a passion for video games!

Additional Information

Recruitment Process:

  • (1) 30-minute Call. Only qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiters.
  • (2) Test.
  • (3) Interview.
  • (4) Offer.

Work Location and Hour:

  • Work location: 56 To Huu, Lilama 10, Nam Tu Liem, Ha Noi (hybrid)
  • Work hours: 08:30 A.M - 06:00 P.M (Monday to Friday)

Why Join Gameloft?

  • You want to work in an exceptional industry and create games downloaded more than 1 billion times per year.
  • You want to be part of a talented and supportive team of pioneers who have a passion for creating video games.
  • You want to contribute to a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere.
  • You want to join a global company and meet great people around the world.
  • You will work on a permanent contract with competitive remuneration and benefits package.
  • You are looking for a fun place to work in the heart of the city.

What We Offer

  • An attractive monthly salary alongside Tet and other performance bonuses.
  • 100% coverage of mandatory insurance (SI, HI, UI) and extra healthcare insurance.
  • 31 days off per year (12 annual leave, 5 sick leave, 11 public holidays, 03 company holidays: 1 Christmas leave, 1 birthday leave, 1 giving back leave)
  • A monthly allowance to cover electricity and Internet bills.
  • A range of policies of support employees physically, mentally and emotionally while working from home.
  • An open-space office, a cafeteria, a terrace and a Gaming Area.
  • Various training packages, including internal training, sponsorship training, and e-learning (i-learn, Udemy,...).
  • Other benefits from one of the best employers in Vietnam.

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