Senior Game Designer (Simulation Games)

Location: Cambridge, UK — full in-studio or hybrid, with a minimum of 3 days per week in the studio. Relocation support is available for candidates relocating to the UK.

Company

hirify.global is an independent video game developer and publisher creating creative management simulation games and other immersive gaming experiences.

What you will do

• Design and iterate complex game features for creative management simulation titles.
• Implement and refine game content using in-house tools.
• Take ownership of significant features and collaborate with other disciplines to deliver compelling player experiences.
• Build alignment around game features through clear verbal and written communication.
• Balance game systems using analytical methods and game telemetry.
• Drive quality through playtests, player feedback, QA reporting, and personal design insights.

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of games across a range of genres.
• Strong commercial game design experience across the product lifecycle on PC and console.
• Solid understanding of player psychology and gamer motivations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present ideas clearly.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work from the Cambridge studio at least 3 days per week in a hybrid arrangement, or work fully in-studio.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of simulation and management games.
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles.
• Experience developing tutorials and first-time user flows.
• Experience coaching and mentoring team members.

Culture & Benefits

• Creative, collaborative, and inclusive working environment.
• Focus on wellbeing, mental and physical health, and work-life balance.
• Annual success-based bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, and private family healthcare.
• Flexible working hours and enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Subsidised in-house catering, Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities.
• Relocation support and reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.