Senior Game Designer (Minecraft)

Location: Fully remote. Employment is available in Germany, UK, Ireland, Austria, and Canada; contractor arrangements are available worldwide.

Salary: €45,760–€54,080

Company

hirify.global is an industry-leading team creating innovative and unforgettable player-centric experiences for the Minecraft Marketplace.

What you will do

• Lead the design and configuration of complex and innovative game mechanics and systems independently.
• Establish game design benchmarks and quality standards to define the overall game vision.
• Analyze Minecraft's mechanics, culture, and community to empathize with player expectations.
• Collaborate with technical and creative teams to ensure cohesive implementation of design ideas.
• Iterate on design decisions based on playtests, analytics, and player feedback.
• Mentor junior designers and guide their professional development.

Requirements

• Proven track record of delivering engaging game design across a variety of genres and formats.
• Solid portfolio of released content, preferably within the Minecraft ecosystem.
• Deep understanding of Minecraft's core systems, gameplay, mechanics, and creative constraints.
• Proficiency with technical toolsets and workflows including Git, JSON, and scripting.
• Strong knowledge of pacing, player motivation, and retention mechanics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for articulating design decisions to stakeholders.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote work environment with flexible working hours.
• Clear career growth and progression opportunities within the company.
• Option for direct employment in specific countries or fixed-term contractor arrangements globally.
• Inclusive and diverse company culture that encourages applicants of all backgrounds.