Lead Game Designer

About the role

As a Lead Game Designer at Talentgrator, you will play a crucial role in driving the creative vision for a portfolio of engaging slot games. Your leadership will inspire and mentor a team of designers, fostering a collaborative environment focused on creativity and professional growth.

You will oversee the entire game design process, from concept to launch, ensuring high-quality game features and player experiences. Your analytical skills will help you leverage market trends and player feedback to innovate and refine gameplay mechanics, ultimately maintaining the company's competitive edge in the iGaming industry.

Skills that matter here

• Game Design: This role requires extensive experience in game design principles, particularly in creating engaging slot games.
• Leadership: You will lead and mentor a team of Game Designers, guiding them through the design process.
• Game Design Documentation (GDD): You must create and maintain comprehensive GDDs to facilitate cross-functional collaboration.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities are essential for making data-driven design decisions and refining game balance.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills are necessary for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Who this role suits

• A seasoned game designer with a proven track record in the iGaming industry.
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys mentoring others.
• An individual who is passionate about creating innovative and engaging player experiences.
• A detail-oriented person who values clear documentation and structured processes.

From the employer

• Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of Game Designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
• Own the end-to-end game design process, transforming creative concepts into engaging, market-leading slot games.
• Design innovative gameplay mechanics, bonus features, progression systems, and player journeys that maximize engagement and retention.
• Develop and maintain clear, detailed, and well-structured Game Design Documentation (GDD) to support cross-functional collaboration.
• Work closely with mathematicians, producers, artists, animators, developers, and QA teams to deliver exceptional gaming experiences.
• Oversee the implementation of game features, ensuring design quality and consistency throughout the entire development cycle.
• Analyze market trends, player behavior, and competitor products to identify new opportunities and keep the product portfolio ahead of the market.
• Drive innovation by introducing fresh gameplay ideas, mechanics, and features that enhance player experience.
• Review game designs, provide constructive feedback, and make key design decisions that align with product goals.
• Leverage gameplay metrics, player feedback, and data insights to continuously refine game balance, UX, and overall performance.

• 4+ years of experience in Game Design, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering successful slot games within the iGaming industry.
• Deep understanding of slot game design principles, including RTP, volatility, bonus mechanics, player engagement, and game balancing.
• Strong experience creating comprehensive and well-organized Game Design Documentation (GDD).
• Hands-on experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing design teams.
• Solid knowledge of the full game development lifecycle, from concept through release and post-launch optimization.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to make informed, data-driven design decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Passion for creating innovative, high-quality games that deliver outstanding player experiences.
• Upper-Intermediate or higher level of English and fluency in Russian.

• Work in an international product company with strong expertise in the iGaming industry.
• Competitive compensation package.
• 20 days of paid vacation + Sick leave.
• A friendly and creative atmosphere.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.