Gameloft is looking for a Senior Game Designer to help shape the future of our games. As a Senior Game Designer, you'll lead the design vision for current and future ambitious projects, owning core gameplay mechanics, systems, levels, and player progression, and work closely with our Lead Designer and Creative Director.
Responsibilities
* Clearly communicate and advocate for the game's core pillars, ensuring alignment across all teams.
* Proactively drive design initiatives and take ownership of core systems and features.
* Design and iterate engaging gameplay mechanics, systems, and features that deliver on the game vision.
* Apply expertise in premium, multi‐platform design with a strong understanding of live service or early access models.
* Collaborate closely with art, engineering, and production leads, providing clear, timely communication on design progress and challenges.
* Provide insightful, constructive feedback on design documents and game builds, prioritizing issues for effective resolution.
* Effectively communicate and advocate for design solutions to peers, leadership, and stakeholders.
* Generate innovative game concepts and features within defined constraints (time, IP, genre).
* Develop compelling game and feature pitches for new and existing IPs, presenting to a cross‐functional team.
* Prototype and implement gameplay features and systems using Unreal Engine tools (Blueprints, Sequencer, etc.) and the internal development pipeline.
* Mentor and guide junior and mid‐level designers, fostering their growth and contributing to overall team skill level.
Qualifications
* 6+ years of professional game design experience with a proven track record on successful multi‐platform titles.
* Extensive experience within a professional game studio, having shipped multiple titles (live service or premium experience preferred).
* Experience developing for console, PC, VR, and mobile platforms is a plus.
* Broad understanding of all aspects of game design (level design, systems, gameplay, the 3Cs, etc.) with demonstrated expertise in one or more areas.
* Highly proactive and collaborative team player who thrives in a fast‐paced, cross‐disciplinary environment.
* Passionate about games with a forward‐thinking approach to design and technology.
Benefits
* A flexible work model that supports work‐life balance.
* Subsidised car parking.
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
* An employee referral program with generous bonuses.
* Private health insurance and fitness subsidies.
* Employee mental health and wellbeing support.
* Paid parental leave and childcare assistance.
* A dedicated relaxation space, including a massage chair.
* Additional paid leave: birthday leave, Christmas shutdown leave, volunteer leave, women's health leave.
* Free coffee from a commercial espresso machine, daily snacks, and a light breakfast.
* Friday social drinks with friendly game tournaments.
* A stunning rooftop terrace with river views and a games room.
* Exclusive Gameloft‐branded merchandise.
* Our studio mascot — Mr Hendricks, the friendly Dachshund who proudly guards the studio.
Gameloft Brisbane is an equal‐opportunity employer and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our work environment.
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