Senior Gameplay Game Designer

We are looking for a Senior Gameplay Game Designer to join our team. If you have solid experience designing gameplay systems and combat mechanics this is your opportunity.

💡 A portfolio or documentation showcasing previous game design work is required in order to evaluate the application.

Responsibilities

Design and iterate on core gameplay systems, mechanics, combat, player abilities and progression.

Create and maintain clear game design documentation.

Collaborate closely with programming, art, and production teams to ensure cohesive implementation of gameplay features.

Balance gameplay systems and mechanics based on testing and feedback.

Participate actively in prototyping, tuning, and improving the overall player experience.

Analyze and break down gameplay references and genre standards to support production goals.

Requirements

At least 5 years of professional experience in video game development as a game designer.

Experience working on action-oriented games, preferably 2D titles.

Have participated in the development and shipment of at least one commercially released game.

Strong understanding of gameplay feel, combat design, pacing, and player feedback systems.

Experience creating and maintaining game design documentation.

Ability to communicate ideas clearly across teams.

English, minimum B1 (desirable B2 or higher).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience designing for action-platformer or combat-heavy games.

Familiarity with scripting tools like PlayMaker.

Experience working with agile methodologies.

Understanding of level design principles and their relationship with gameplay systems.

Passion for retro-inspired games and pixel art aesthetics.

Additional information

Type of contract:

Long term position. 40 hours/week contract.

From 39k euros gross annual salary, commensurate with experience.

We are based in Tenerife and Seville. For this role, we have a preference for candidates located in or able to work from our Seville office, though remote work is also available.

You might be required to attend up to 2 per-team and 2 company-wide team-building activities each year, travel and accommodation provided by the company.

Company Perks

Get a piece of the cake: The Game Kitchen distribute 90% of annual profit with its long term employees.*

Health Insurance with dental supplement.

Your mental health matters: we pay for the appointments you make through our psychological partner.

An economic bonus to cover food and transportation expenses if you are working in one of our two facilities.

Economic help for your child’s daycare up to three years old.

Help for the acquisition of your first home in Seville or Tenerife.

Open minded, trans-inclusive feminist working environment.

Strict no overtime policy.

And more to come!