Game Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Game Designer (Gamedev): Designing and implementing engaging features and LiveOps experiences for Candy Crush Soda Saga with an accent on gameplay systems, mechanics, and player experience. Focus on prototyping, iterative design, and leveraging player data to optimize game fun and retention.

Company

A leading interactive entertainment company and part of Microsoft, known for iconic mobile titles like the Candy Crush franchise.

What you will do

• Design and own gameplay features from concept through implementation, balancing player needs and product goals.
• Create engaging gameplay systems and mechanics that strengthen the overall player experience.
• Prototype, test, and iterate on design solutions to ensure they are intuitive and fun.
• Use player insights, research, and data to inform design decisions and improve outcomes.
• Produce clear design documentation, specifications, and flows to support technical implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, UX, and art.

Requirements

• Experience designing gameplay features, systems, or mechanics for games.
• Strong grounding in game design fundamentals, including balancing and pacing.
• Proven ability to take ownership of design work and deliver implementation-ready outcomes.
• Experience worhirify.global in cross-functional teams within a live product development environment.
• Clear communication skills for documenting designs and explaining decisions.

Nice to have

• Experience in mobile, casual, or free-to-play gaming.
• Curiosity and basic knowledge in UX, game economy, or narrative design.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on one of the world's most iconic and largest mobile games.
• Collaborative design culture focused on sharing ideas and thoughtful feedback.
• Dynamic environment within a global company committed to "Mahirify.global the World Playful".
• Stability and growth opportunities as part of the Microsoft ecosystem.