Game Designer - Midcore Games

Founded in 2013, Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps with a mission to entertain the world. Gathering 800 employees, 7 billion downloads, and over 200 million active users, Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide in terms of downloads after Google and Meta. Our portfolio includes chart-topping games like Mob Control and Block Jam, alongside popular apps such as BeReal and Wizz.
This position is Paris-based, with relocation support available.
Team
You will be an integral part of a newly established internal studio, a dynamic and focused team dedicated to elevating some of the most promising game concepts emerging from our innovative prototyping teams. This studio is specifically chartered to take high-potential prototypes and evolve them into successful, market-ready titles.This is a unique chance to join a project with established momentum while still having a significant impact on its future direction within a dedicated and agile studio environment

Role
We're seeking a talented and seasoned Game Designer who is deeply passionate about RPG/midcore games and laser-focused on creating the next big hit. With extensive experience in the industry, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering fun to millions of players. As the driving force behind the game's success, you'll ensure the game reaches the highest standards of quality and innovation.

• Define a clear, cohesive design pipeline
• Pitch and implement big features to the team, deconstructing them into smaller components
• Own game balancing, pace, feel
• Always back up your ideas with available data points
• Ability to deconstruct and analyze mobile games mechanics
• Get involved in all aspects of game development: UI, UX, Game Design, logic, performance, etc.
• Fine-tune game balancing, pacing, and feel
• Benchmark the market to stay on top of new trends
• Understanding of models and tools to analyze gameplay and user behavior
• Proficiency in Unity a huge plus
• Familiarity with Figma or similar visual collaboration software
• Able to create a playable prototype individually as well as within a team

Profile

• At least 5 years of professional experience in Game Development and at least 3 years as a game designer
• Experience working on mobile games, F2P or RPG
• Experience in designing LiveOps for a live product is a huge plus
• Creative and hacker mindset
• Good sense of gameplay experience, and special attention to detail
• Communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of casual games
• Deep collaboration mindset, including excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a positive mindset towards receiving, acting on, and giving feedback
• Accountability, independence, and responsibility when given ownership over your work
• An eagerness to learn new ways to perform your tasks in a more efficient way, and to improve yourself day after day

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Premium healthcare (SideCare) for you and your family 100% borne by Voodoo
• Swile Lunch voucher
• Gymlib (100% borne by Voodoo)
• Wellness activities in our Paris office
• Child daycare facilities (Les Petits Chaperons rouges)