Lead Social Casino Game Designer

Talent Ltd
UK
11 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Compensation
£74,000.0 - £102,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Unity 3d JavaScript (Programming Language) PHP (Programming Language) Adobe Creative Cloud Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Artificial Intelligence Amazon Web Services Apple IOS JIRA Bootstrap (Software) C Sharp (Programming Language) C++ (Programming Language)
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Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) Relational Databases Software Debugging Game Engine Github Design of User Interfaces Python (Programming Language) Maya Microsoft Visual Studio MySQL Model View Controller (MVC) Cloud Services Shell Script SketchUp (3D Modeling Software) Software Engineering SQL Databases Subversion Test Case Strategies of Testing Trello ReactJS Git Front End Software Development Unreal Engine Restful APIs Software Version Control

Job description

We are seeking an energetic and visionary Lead Social Casino Game Designer to spearhead the development of innovative, engaging social casino experiences. In this role, you will lead a talented team of designers, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including art, engineering, and product management, and drive the creative vision from concept through execution. Your expertise will shape the player journey, ensuring our games deliver excitement, retention, and social engagement. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate leader eager to influence the future of social gaming on multiple platforms., * Lead the design and development of compelling social casino game concepts, mechanics, and features that captivate players and promote long-term engagement.

  • Collaborate with artists, programmers, and product teams to translate creative visions into functional prototypes and polished final products using tools like Unity, Unreal Engine, Adobe Creative Suite, and Maya.
  • Define and oversee gameplay systems, UI/UX design, monetization strategies, and player progression to optimize user experience and revenue potential.
  • Establish design standards and best practices while mentoring junior designers to elevate team performance.
  • Develop detailed documentation including design specifications, test cases, and debugging procedures to ensure clarity across teams.
  • Utilize project management tools such as Jira and Trello to track milestones, prioritize tasks, and facilitate seamless communication within the team.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends by researching emerging technologies such as AI, SDKs, APIs, and new gaming platforms like Android and iOS to incorporate innovative features.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in social or mobile game design with a strong portfolio demonstrating successful projects on Android and iOS platforms.
  • Deep understanding of software development processes including application development using C#, C++, JavaScript, Python, PHP, HTML/CSS, SQL/MySQL databases, REST APIs, SDKs, GitHub/Git version control systems, and cloud services like AWS.
  • Expertise in front-end development tools such as React, Bootstrap, MVC frameworks, Visual Studio, and Shell Scripting for creating engaging UI/UX designs.
  • Proficiency with game engines including Unity and Unreal Engine; familiarity with Maya or SketchUp for 3D asset integration is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of relational databases (MySQL), version control (SVN/P4/Git), debugging techniques, test case creation, and software testing methodologies.
  • Excellent leadership skills with experience managing cross-disciplinary teams; ability to motivate creative talent while maintaining project timelines.
  • Exceptional communication skills with an eye for detail; capable of translating complex technical concepts into clear documentation for diverse audiences.
  • A passion for social gaming trends combined with a proactive approach to problem-solving in fast-paced environments.

Benefits & conditions

Join us to lead innovative game design initiatives that redefine social casino entertainment worldwide!

Pay: £74,000.00-£102,000.00 per year

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