Senior Game Designer for Disney Dreamlight Valley (PC/Console)

We are seeking a high-profile Senior Game Designer to join our team and help deliver exciting and high-quality updates for the Disney Dreamlight Valley. As a key member of the development team, you will take ownership of game design and be the primary point of contact for gameplay, mechanics, and activities.

A thorough understanding of creative world-building within an established IP and the ability to craft engaging gameplay are essential to creating the unique player experience cherished by DDV fans. Experience designing for PC/console markets and gamepad controls is a prerequisite for successfully realizing your vision for players.

This role is part of a Ukrainian-speaking team based at Gameloft Kharkiv Studio, and it will be fully remote for the duration of the ongoing war.

Qualifications

Responsibilities:

• Define and iterate on a collaborative vision for life-sim gameplay and content with the creative and design leaders of the team;
• Under the responsibility of the Creative Director, oversee design aspects related to iconic and engaging interactions with the world and characters from various Disney IPs;
• Proactively propose and pitch new features and content packs for the game. Follow up with prototyping and development once approved by the Game Manager and Licensor;
• Act as a feature owner, inspiring and supporting art, design, UI/UX, economy, and tech teams to deliver features that achieve their goals and contribute positively to the overall quality of the game;
• Create and maintain clear and comprehensive design documentation;
• Implement and debug game content via game engine tools, asset editors, localization, and balance sheets;
• Contribute to talent development, and participate in internal mentorship initiatives to support the growth of your design team.

Requirements:

• Proven experience delivering successful PC/console games as a Game Designer;
• Exercise autonomy in making high-level decisions that will impact all lower levels;
• Proficiency in gameplay and player experience design;
• In-depth understanding of general game design and development processes;
• Strong pitching and presentation skills;
• Full working proficiency with a Ukrainian-speaking team;
• Fluency in English.

Would be considered a plus:

• Proficiency with Unity game editor and prototyping tools;
• Experience creating licensed entertaining media for established IPs;
• Scriptwriting or video directing working background.

Additional Information

Benefits:

• Join a top global mobile and video game publisher using the latest technologies;
• Work with a talented international team in a friendly, creative environment;
• Gain experience in the fast-paced and innovative video games industry;
• Contribute to high-ranking products recognized worldwide;
• Grow your career with dynamic promotions and global opportunities.

What Gameloft offers:

• Possibility to work remotely in a global product company with talented people;
• Competitive salary according to the qualifications;
• 21-day paid vacation, 5 days paid sick leave, and national holidays as non-working days;
• Medical insurance, psychologist;
• Parental leave;
• Own educational platform with courses, training programs, and certifications;
• Employee Referral Program with great bonuses;
• Technical support and equipment.

In order to consider your application, we require you to send the full version of your CV in English. Qualified candidates will be asked to complete a test assessment.