Principal Game Designer

Fortis Games

68d

About The Position

This is a pivotal design role and a crucial partner to the Game Director on one of our R&D game projects. You will play a key role in shaping the game and design vision for a new game concept, from prototyping through production and launch. You will also mentor and nurture the growth of a talented team of game designers, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.

Requirements

• A holistic view of game systems, including the downstream effects of design decisions throughout both the product and player lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of fundamental design principles, metagame systems, game economies, and player psychology.
• Demonstrate deep insights and nuanced views on key differentiators, challenges, and opportunities within the game's design space.
• Strong ability to connect design decisions with product goals and player motivations.
• Ability to partner with designers and product managers, and cross-functional groups including engineering, art, and production.
• Ability to synthesize feedback from team members, user playtests, and other validation efforts into product insights and rapidly iterate on designs.
• Ability to articulate the nuances of abstract concepts and how they apply to complex, interrelated systems.
• A well-structured communication style that allows for clear and effective articulation of design ideas and concepts.
• Extensive knowledge of games as a service and live operations.
• Enthusiasm for mentoring and elevating the people around you to do their best work.
• A natural curiosity and eagerness to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Educated on the latest trends in gaming and have a strong perspective on how they relate to current and future projects.

Responsibilities

• Carry the product vision and guide the team’s major design decisions, with an emphasis on systems, economy, and game balance.
• Drive discussion and alignment on the team as the game navigates through complex and ambiguous design challenges.
• Architect systems that meet product goals and give us strong conviction in the commercial viability of the game.
• Ensure that the team’s design decisions are well-connected to product goals and player motivations, and that these are clearly articulated.
• Help build and mentor a highly effective and engaged design team that pushes themselves and one another to their fullest potential.
• Share your knowledge and learnings as an expert on the game’s design, target audience, genre, and opportunity space with the broader product organization beyond the game team, to advance our collective knowledge.

Benefits

• A thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees