Design Manager (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Design Manager (Gamedev): Leading the design team and strategy for the mobile title Pocket Champs with an accent on game quality, progression systems, and monetization. Focus on coaching talented designers, refining development workflows, and partnering with the Game Director to evolve the project’s long-term vision.

Company

hirify.global is a fast-growing mobile gaming studio focused on creative ownership, performance, and building innovative, fun experiences.

What you will do

• Champion design quality and consistency across the project.
• Coach and support the design team to foster growth and confidence.
• Strengthen team culture through effective collaboration and clear design practices.
• Refine tools, workflows, and processes to increase design effectiveness.
• Collaborate with the Game Director to drive long-term game vision.
• Provide actionable feedback on game features, balance, and player experience.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in free-to-play mobile game design.
• Proven leadership experience as a Lead Designer or Design Manager.
• Deep expertise in progression systems, game economies, retention, and monetization.
• Strong coaching mindset with excellent communication skills.
• Passion for building healthy team cultures and ambitious work environments.
• Curiosity for market trends, new tools, and modern practices including ai.

Nice to have

• Experience with long-running live operations or hybrid-casual hits.
• Strong analytical instincts and experience using data for design decisions.
• Interest in evolving casual games toward deeper midcore systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Focus on team autonomy and creative ownership.
• Environment that prioritizes continuous learning and innovation.
• Culture built on collaboration, passion, and playing to win.

Hiring process

• Recruiter screening.
• Meeting with the direct manager.
• Home assignment evaluation.
• Team interview.
• Meeting with leadership.