Junior Game Designer
Playrix · France
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $70,000 / year
- France
Job highlights
- Design game events and mechanics for top mobile games.
- Develop game economy and monetization strategies.
- Join an expert game design team.
- Work remotely with flexible hours.
- Access unlimited resources for complex tasks.
About the role
Junior Game Designer at Playrix
Playrix is one of the most successful mobile game development companies in the world. We are in the top 3 by revenue and #1 in revenue among all mobile applications in EMEA. Our games have been installed 2.3 billion times (a third of the world's population), and over 30 million people play them every day!
The game design team at Playrix is a strong community of experts. We set trends in the casual games market and strive to create the highest quality products. We make decisions based on expertise, creativity, and objective analytical data.
We are looking for fans of casual mobile games – aspiring game designers who are ready to grow on Playrix's most successful projects and create games that earn tens of millions of dollars! This is your chance to join a top team and become a producer of a world hit!
Key Responsibilities:
- Development of game event concepts and game mechanics.
- Control of the development process and planning of project development from a game design perspective.
- Development of internal game economy and monetization.
We Expect:
- Extensive gaming experience and interest in Match-3 games (500+ levels in top games).
- Proactivity and motivation for rapid growth and continuous development.
- Understanding of mobile game market trends.
Bonus Points:
- Experience in game development for at least 1 year.
- Participation in game jams and hackathons.
- Higher education (in a relevant field).
Why Playrix is a Great Place to Work:
- Opportunity for continuous professional development in an expert team of game designers and producers. We have a huge knowledge base and a mentorship system for rapid adaptation.
- Practically unlimited resources and the involvement of leading specialists from any department to solve the most complex tasks.
- Cross-product initiatives. For example, we constantly experiment and implement new technologies: AI to accelerate pre-production, calibration of level difficulty by bots using neural networks, ML for personalized gaming experience.
- Opportunity to move between directions, not just within one product (Live-ops development, new games in production, marketing creatives), participate in cross-product initiatives, and reach the company-wide level.
- Ability to change processes and approaches to more effective ones without lengthy approvals or bureaucracy.
What We Offer:
- Flexibility in work: For most positions, we offer a flexible schedule and remote work. We focus on results, not on the place or method of task execution.
- Health and well-being: We provide VHI for employees, their partners, and children, and compensate for online psychology sessions. We cover 100% of salary during vacation or sick leave without unnecessary paperwork. We also provide additional days off for special occasions. We support a healthy lifestyle and compensate for sports club memberships and fitness app subscriptions.
- Development and learning: We pay for participation in specialized conferences and courses, and conduct internal conferences. We compensate for foreign language learning.
- Events and merchandise: We regularly hold entertainment and work events offline: team meetings, large corporate parties, and more casual office parties. We also regularly hold online entertainment contests, quizzes, hackathons, and sports challenges. Our own merchandise store with internal currency, where you can buy unique gifts. Currency is awarded on significant dates and can also be earned by participating in events and brand activities.
By submitting your application, you agree that your personal data collected during interviews at Playrix will be processed in accordance with the terms (https://playrix.com/candidate-privacy). You can submit a request regarding your personal data to: job@playrix.com.
Key skills/competency:
- Junior Game Designer
- Game Design
- Mobile Games
- Match-3
- Game Mechanics
- Game Economy
- Monetization
- Live-ops
- Casual Games
- Playrix
Skills & topics
- Junior Game Designer
- Game Design
- Mobile Games
- Match-3
- Game Mechanics
- Game Economy
- Monetization
- Live-ops
- Casual Games
- Playrix
- Gaming
- Developer
- Remote
- Design
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your extensive Match-3 gaming experience (500+ levels) and any game development background.
- Showcase your passion: Emphasize your proactivity, motivation for growth, and understanding of mobile game market trends.
- Demonstrate your skills: Detail any participation in game jams, hackathons, or relevant coursework.
- Ace the interview: Be ready to discuss game mechanics, economy, and your vision for casual mobile games.
Technical preparation
Master Match-3 mechanics and game loops.,Study game economy and monetization strategies.,Analyze successful casual mobile game designs.,Prepare to discuss game design concepts.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging Match-3 level you played.,How do you stay updated on game trends?,How do you handle constructive criticism?,Why are you passionate about game design?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the remote work policy for the Junior Game Designer role at Playrix?
- Playrix offers a flexible remote work format for most positions, including the Junior Game Designer role, allowing you to focus on results regardless of location.
- What kind of gaming experience is most relevant for a Junior Game Designer at Playrix?
- Extensive experience and a deep interest in Match-3 games, demonstrated by completing over 500 levels in top titles, is highly valued for this Junior Game Designer position.
- Does Playrix offer professional development opportunities for Junior Game Designers?
- Yes, Playrix provides continuous professional development through an expert game design team, a vast knowledge base, and a mentorship system designed for rapid adaptation.
- What is the company culture like at Playrix for game designers?
- Playrix fosters a strong community of expert game designers who set trends in casual games, making data-driven decisions and focusing on creating high-quality products.
- How does Playrix support employee well-being for its Junior Game Designers?
- Playrix offers comprehensive support including VHI, compensation for psychology sessions, 100% salary during leave, and subsidies for fitness activities.
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Junior Game Designer at Playrix?
- Key responsibilities include developing game event concepts and mechanics, planning project development from a design perspective, and designing the game's internal economy and monetization.
- Is prior game development experience required for the Junior Game Designer role at Playrix?
- While not strictly required, experience in game development for at least 1 year, participation in game jams, or relevant higher education is considered a plus.
- How can I demonstrate my interest in mobile games for the Playrix Junior Game Designer application?
- Showcase your passion by highlighting your extensive playtime in Match-3 games and discussing your understanding of current mobile game market trends in your application and interview.