Game Designer

MERKUR Excellence GmbH
Raaba, Austria
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
€64,554.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, German
Job source

Tech stack

Video Game Development Information Technology

Job description

  • As our Game Designer (m/f/d), you develop innovative game concepts and game mechanics for casino games in close collaboration with Mathematicians, Software Developers, and Game Artists.
  • In addition, you create and maintain game design documentation, define game features and gameplay flows, and support their implementation throughout the entire development process.
  • You define game rules, bonus features, and the overall user experience, ensuring all game elements contribute to an engaging and well-balanced player experience.
  • Working closely with cross-functional teams, you bring creative ideas to life and support the development of market-ready products.
  • Last but not least, you analyze existing games, market trends, and player preferences, using your insights to inspire and shape new game ideas.

Requirements

  • Degree in Game Design, Media Informatics, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent qualification
  • Initial professional experience in game design, product design, or game development is an advantage; motivated graduates are also welcome to apply
  • Passion for games and a solid understanding of game mechanics, user experience, and game balancing
  • Structured and creative working style with the ability to document and communicate ideas clearly
  • Excellent English skills, both written and spoken (German is an advantage)
  • Team player with a proactive mindset and a passion for developing innovative game ideas within a multidisciplinary team

Benefits & conditions

  • General conditions: Flexible working time models, hybrid work model, a minimum salary of EUR 64,554 gross/year
  • Advanced training & career: High degree of personal responsibility, diverse development opportunities throughout the entire group of companies
  • Team & Community: Open door attitude, friendly corporate culture, staff events, departmental events
  • Exclusive offers: Local offers and a great office location

About the company

MERKUR Excellence was founded in 2018 as part of the MERKUR GROUP and specializes in game design and development, with a particular focus on casino games.

Do you have a passion for engaging game mechanics and want to turn creative ideas into successful casino games? Do you enjoy collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, contributing your own concepts, and creating outstanding player experiences? Then you’re exactly the right fit for us!

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