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# Lead Game Designer

- **Company:** Gameloft
- **Location:** Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Confluence, Design of User Interfaces, Figma
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/lead-game-designer-pc-console-mobile-gameloft-9778010

## About the Role

* 6+ years of experience in game design, including lead or principal GD positions.
 * Released a minimum of two titles while serving as a lead, principal, or senior game designer.
 * Proven experience in 3Cs and gameplay systems design of PC/Console action genres (sports, racing, combat, shooters, open world, etc.)
 * Experience prototyping with Unity or Unreal.
 * Proficiency in core game design aspects like meta-game & progression systems, balancing, UI/UX, level design, and narrative.
 * Proficient communication and leadership skills.
 * Up-to-date knowledge of the gaming market and trends.
 * Skillfulness in retaining a defined creative strategy while being open to modifications.
 * Experience with standard industry tools like Jira, Confluence, Figma, etc.
 * Fluent in English

Bonus assets:

 * Experience with racing and/or action games.
 * Experience with multiple platforms (PC, console, mobile)
 * Experience with both premium games and games as a service (either DLC, subscription or F2P based).

## Description

* Collaborate with the Creative Director, Studio Manager, Game Manager, and other team leads to define and execute the game vision.
 * Direct the tone, gameplay, and meta structure of the game, focusing on innovation and a thriving AA Experience.
 * Lead the design team to ensure a cohesive experience across the game.
 * Coordinate with level design teams to ensure synergies between mechanics and progression.
 * Anticipate and mitigate threats to quality and innovation.
 * Build a collaborative relationship with the other departments, including Art, UI, Tech, Online, Data, Audio, Production and Human Resources.
 * Allocate and plan resources and roadmap in collaboration with managers and producers.
 * Participate in the recruitment process for game designers.


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