Our client is looking for a Game Designer to take ownership of the complete game design process, from initial concepts and prototyping through launch and LiveOps.
This is a hands-on role within a small, fast-moving team. The successful candidate will design gameplay mechanics, progression, economies, and content while using player data and playtesting to guide improvements.
The role combines work on new game concepts with the continued development of existing live titles. It is ideal for someone who enjoys turning early ideas into polished mobile experiences and taking responsibility for their long-term performance.
RESPONSIBILITIES - Own features from initial research and concept through prototyping, implementation, balancing, launch, and post-launch improvements
- Develop and iterate on gameplay mechanics, levels, progression systems, and content
- Design and balance F2P economies and game systems using player data and playtesting
- Improve pacing, difficulty, onboarding, retention, engagement, and long-term player motivation
- Analyze player behavior and translate insights into practical design improvements
- Contribute to new game concepts and prototypes
- Support LiveOps and develop new features for existing games
- Create wireframes or early UI mockups to communicate design ideas
- Collaborate closely with engineering, art, and product
- Prototype, test, and iterate quickly based on results
REQUIREMENTS - At least 3 years of experience designing F2P mobile games
- Experience shipping at least one commercially successful mobile title from concept through launch
- Strong understanding of casual, hybrid-casual, or mid-core game design
- Hands-on experience creating game content and balancing systems using tools such as Excel
- Strong knowledge of player psychology, UX, progression systems, and F2P economies
- Ability to make design decisions based on player data, testing, and measurable outcomes
- Self-driven approach and confidence taking ownership in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Cursor as part of the design workflow
- Genuine interest in mobile and F2P games
- Willingness to work full-time from the company’s Berlin office
NICE TO HAVE - Experience running LiveOps and improving games after launch
- Ability to analyze game data independently without relying on a dedicated analyst
- Experience working in a startup or a small team of approximately 5 to 10 people
- Ability to create wireframes or early UI mockups
WHAT THEY OFFER - Equity through an ESOP program
- Full relocation support to Berlin
- Urban Sports Club membership
- Fully covered Berlin public transport pass
- Company phone of your choice with a data plan
- High-quality working equipment
- Sponsored language courses
- Modern office in central Berlin
ABOUT THE COMPANY Our client is a growing mobile games studio with six titles available on Google Play and several new prototypes in development.
The company operates multiple live games while continuing to expand its portfolio. The current team consists of approximately 10 people across development, product, game design, art, QA, marketing, and creative production. The team works in weekly sprints, with ideas moving quickly from discussion to implementation.
Team size: 10 people
Work mode: Full-time, on-site in Berlin
Engine: Unity
Platform: mobile