Lead Game Designer – Casual Mobile Games

Ant-Tech

Lead Game Designer at Moodboost Studio focusing on developing engaging casual and hybrid casual mobile games. Overseeing design vision and mentoring team for project success.

Posted 6/30/2026full-time🇫🇷 FranceSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in game design, focusing on player experience, core gameplay mechanics, and monetization strategies for mobile games. Proven ability to lead design teams, analyze player behavior, and implement data-driven improvements to enhance player engagement and retention.

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Game Design LeadershipMobile Game DevelopmentPlayer Psychology AnalysisGame Analytics UtilizationAgile Development Experience

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Hard Skills

Game DesignCore Gameplay MechanicsGame LoopsProgression SystemsGame EconomyMonetization StrategiesPlaytestingBalancingIteration CyclesDocumentation

Soft Skills

MentorshipCommunicationCreativityData-Driven Decision-MakingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Game Analytics ToolsAI Tools for Game DesignUser Acquisition Metrics

Industry Keywords

Casual GamesHybrid Casual GamesPlayer EngagementRetention StrategiesLive Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the game design vision, player experience, and core gameplay mechanics for casual and hybrid casual mobile games.
Design and optimize core loops, meta systems, progression, economy, retention, and monetization mechanics.
Lead the game design team, providing mentorship, guidance, and feedback.
Create and maintain comprehensive game design documentation.
Collaborate closely with Product, Art, Engineering, Analytics, and User Acquisition teams.
Analyze player behavior, KPIs, and market trends to drive game improvements.
Conduct playtesting, balancing, and iteration cycles to maximize player engagement and retention.
Develop innovative gameplay concepts and features based on player insights and market opportunities.
Support live operations and content strategies to ensure long-term game growth.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in game design, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
Proven experience designing and launching successful mobile casual or hybrid casual games.
Strong understanding of player psychology, game loops, progression systems, game economy, and monetization.
Experience using game analytics and performance metrics to inform design decisions.
Excellent documentation, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to balance creativity with business objectives and data-driven decision-making.
Experience working in Agile and fast-paced development environments.
Nice to Have
Experience with live operations and event systems.
Familiarity with user acquisition metrics and growth strategies.
Experience using AI tools to accelerate game design workflows.
Experience working on games with global audiences and large-scale player bases.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package.
Opportunity to shape the creative direction of a growing game studio.
Flexible remote/hybrid work environment.
High ownership and impact.
Collaborative, innovative, and player-focused culture.