Senior Game Designer

Job Description

Gameloft is looking for a Senior Game Designer to help shape the future of our games! As a Senior Game Designer, you’ll be a key leader on our development team, collaborating closely with the Lead Designer and Creative Director. You will drive the design vision for our current and future ambitious projects, owning the design of core gameplay mechanics, systems, levels, and player progression. Your expertise and leadership will be instrumental in creating innovative and immersive experiences for millions of players worldwide. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-quality, engaging games and work with a talented, passionate team.

From the beginning of your journey with us, you will:

• Clearly communicate and advocate for the game's core pillars, ensuring alignment across all teams.
• Proactively drive design initiatives, taking ownership of core systems and features to realize the game vision.
• Design and iterate on engaging gameplay mechanics, systems, and features that deliver on the game vision.
• Apply your expertise in premium, multi-platform game design, with a strong understanding of live service or early access models.
• Collaborate closely with art, engineering, and production leads, providing clear and timely communication on design progress and challenges.
• Provide insightful, constructive feedback on design documents and game builds, prioritizing issues for effective resolution.
• Effectively communicate and advocate for design solutions to peers, leadership, and stakeholders.
• Generate innovative game concepts and features within defined constraints (time, IP, genre).
• Develop compelling game and feature pitches for both new and existing IPs, presenting to a cross-functional team.
• Prototype and implement gameplay features and systems using Unreal Engine tools (Blueprints, Sequencer, etc.) and our internal development pipeline.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level designers, fostering their growth and contributing to the overall team skill level.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional game design experience, with a proven track record on successful multi-platform titles.
• Extensive experience within a professional game studio, with demonstrated success shipping multiple titles (live service or premium experience preferred).
• Experience developing for console, PC, VR, and mobile platforms is a plus.
• Broad understanding of all aspects of game design (level design, systems, gameplay, 3Cs, etc.), with a demonstrated expertise in one or more areas.
• Highly proactive and collaborative team player with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-disciplinary environment.
• Passionate about games and a forward-thinking approach to design and technology.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• A flexible work model that supports work–life balance.
• Subsidised car parking.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support career growth.
• An employee referral program with generous bonuses.
• Private health insurance and fitness subsidies.
• Access to employee mental health and wellbeing support.
• Paid parental leave and childcare assistance.
• A dedicated relaxation space, including a massage chair.
• Additional paid leave, including: Birthday leave, Christmas shutdown leave, Volunteer leave, Women’s health leave.
• Free coffee from a commercial espresso machine, plus daily snacks and a light breakfast.
• Friday social drinks with friendly game tournaments.
• A stunning rooftop terrace with river views and a games room.
• Exclusive Gameloft-branded merchandise.
• Our studio mascot — Mr Hendricks, the friendly Dachshund who proudly guards the studio.

Hiring process:

• CV and Portfolio assessment;
• Screening call;
• Interview(s);
• Offer.

We can’t wait to find our next great talent!

Please submit your CV, cover letter and portfolio (if applicable).

If you want to join a team that values its people and makes really cool games, we want to hear from you! 
Gameloft Brisbane is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our work environment.