Lead Systems Designer (Gamedev)

Location: Remote within the United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global is a global video game and interactive entertainment company that creates, develops, publishes, and live-operates games across mobile, web, PC, and console.

What you will do

• Own the standards, direction, and feature pipeline for systems and content in Star Trek Fleet Command.
• Direct designers and UX specialists through the creative and production process.
• Build and refine gameplay systems for resource generation, spending, time gating, power growth, and long-term player investment.
• Manage and mentor systems and economy designers while raising design standards.
• Model economies and progression pacing using Excel and Google Sheets.
• Collaborate with product managers, analysts, engineers, and designers, evaluating features through data, player feedback, and playtests.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience designing systems or economies for live, free-to-play games.
• 2+ years of game design leadership experience.
• Proven experience in free-to-play systems design and progression modeling, preferably in MMO, 4X, or strategy games.
• Experience across concept design, progression, interface, monetization, and retention.
• Strong people management and mentoring skills, with experience balancing player enjoyment, engagement, and monetization.
• Mastery of spreadsheets and experience working cross-functionally in live production environments.

Nice to have

• Deep understanding of the 4X genre and specific experience with F2P 4X games.
• Familiarity with SQL, scripting, or simulation tools.
• Experience with alliance or co-op systems in large-scale games.
• Interest in Star Trek, science fiction, or strategic social games.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote work arrangement within the United Kingdom.
• Collaborative and supportive environment focused on respectful, inclusive game development.
• Opportunity to work on a large-scale live game played by millions of players.
• Equal employment opportunities for candidates from diverse backgrounds.
• Résumé/CV must be written in English.