Game Designer

Cointelegraph
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/25/2024 CLOSED ON 7/31/2024

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The Role

Genies is culture’s avatar technology company empowering developers and artists to create their own interoperable gamified consumer experiences. The company has raised $250 million from investors including Silver Lake, BOND, NEA, and Bob Iger. Initially, Genies were adopted by thousands of Hollywood icons including Justin Bieber and Rihanna through partnerships with Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group. Today, the company is also delivering avatars to the masses through experiences built with its Developer Kit and artist crowdsourced platform, The Workshop. These experiences all integrate together to form one avatar social network, Genies Party.

Considering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.Genies is looking for a highly technical, creative, and inventive Game Designer . As a game designer for Genies you will play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of mobile gaming experiences. You will work in a collaborative and creative environment, harnessing your expertise in game design to craft engaging and immersive gameplay immersive gameplay.Our ideal candidate has shipped multiple mobile games, is naturally curious and creative, thrives in highly collaborative and autonomous environments, and has worked extensively with Unity.Genies sits at the forefront of the digital avatar and gaming industry. We are on a mission to empower users to create and interact with hyper-realistic avatars in virtual experiences that have captured users' attention worldwide. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of avatars, avatar use cases, gaming and creating captivating user experiences, we want you on our team!What You’ll be Doing:Game Design:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, design, and develop mobile games that leverage Genies avatars and technologyUnity Development:

Utilize Unity to implement gameplay mechanics, user interfaces, and systems that enhance the overall gaming experienceSystems Design:

Design and balance game systems, including progression, economy, and player interactions, to ensure a rewarding and engaging player journeyPrototyping:

Rapidly create prototypes to test and refine gameplay concepts, iterating based on user feedback and data-driven insightsUser-Centric Approach:

Keep the player's experience at the forefront of design decisions, ensuring user satisfaction and retentionCross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate closely with artists, engineers, and product managers to ensure the successful integration of gameplay elements and featuresDocumentation:

Create and maintain detailed design documentation, including game mechanics, systems, and featuresWhat You Should Have:A DEEP passion for games - you love to play them, dissect them, and talk about them in depthA successful track record for shipping multiple mobile gamesCreative thinker with a passion for pushing the boundaries of mobile gamingStrong awareness of games industry trends, what is happening in the industry, what tech is present or upcoming, and what new genres are emerging and whyProven experience in mobile game design with a strong portfolio showcasing your workProficiency in Unity3D and experience with C# programmingUnreal experience is relevant, but technical abilities to learn Unity will be assessedBONUS: Technical Versatility - we are seeking “T shape” game designers that can flex both their art and engineering skillsExpert level understanding of game systems design, progression, and monetization strategiesPLUS - Bachelor's degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or related field (Masters in Computer Science is a plus)Strong communication and teamwork skillsSelf-motivated, proactive, and able to work independentlyHow Genies will support youGenies is a well-funded, growing start-up that cares deeply about each of our employees' growth and success. Our roles and their responsibilities are created with a breadth of scope that introduces each employee to exciting new challenges and opportunities that a growing start-up encounters. The actual base pay is dependent upon a number of factors, including: professional background, training, transferable skills, work experience, education, location, business and product needs, and market demand. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time employees may also be eligible for equity compensation, in addition to a robust health, wellness, and benefits package.Starting Salary Range: $180,000 to $250,000Here's why you'll love working at Genies:You'll work with a team that you’ll be able to learn from and grow with, including support for your own professional developmentYou'll be at the helm of your own career, shaping it with your own innovative contributions to a nascent team and product with flexible hours and a work from home policyYou'll enjoy the culture and perks of a startup, with the stability of being well fundedComprehensive health insurance for you and your family (Anthem Kaiser Options Available), Dental and Vision InsuranceCompetitive salaries for all full-time employeesUnlimited paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays, in addition to paid parental leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave for full-time employeesHealth & wellness support through programs such as monthly wellness reimbursementWorking in a brand new, bright, open-environment and fun office space - there’s even a slide!

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Salary : $180,000 - $250,000

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