Director of game design
1 week ago
Careers Category:
Game Design
Careers location:
Austin, TX; Bay Area, CA; Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; Eugene, OR; Toronto, Canada
Connected Worker Type:
Connected
Requisition Id:
R_113085
Position Overview
Zynga is looking for an experienced Director of Game Design to work on Hit it Rich, one of our existing social casino games that run on mobile devices. This role leads and participates in direct design and creative input on content and features for a popular social casino game. This role includes individual contributor work while leading others.
Main Responsibilities
Create or adapt leading game features to work with an existing game
Pitch new ideas to the team/hold brainstorming sessions
Tune and model complex systems using Excel
Lead a design team
Analyze real-time feedback and metrics, and adjust game designs accordingly
Work with product managers, developers and artists to lead all aspects of the implementation of new features and slots mechanics
Ability to describe user experience stories and create wireframe screens and flows
Remain up-to-date with Game Design literature and standard methodologies to be an evangelist for the craft of Game Design
Desired Skills And Experience
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Expert with math, levels, and formulas in game environment
Possesses extensive knowledge of games and strategies
Strong knowledge of game balancing and pacing
Translates direct consumer insights, market data, and analysis into creative design solutions
Passionate gamer
2+ shipped games
What we offer you:
Competitive salary, bonus plan and ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
401K Company Match Contribution (US)
RRSP/DPSP company match contribution (Canada)
Health coverage, dental, disability, critical illness, EAP, and life insurance (Canada)
Medical, dental, vision, EAP, life insurance, and disability benefits (US)
Virtual mental health and neurodiversity support programs
Global Fitness reimbursement program
Global Wellbeing Program
Financial wellness program with unlimited access to certified financial planners
Discretionary Time Off policy for many employees
Family planning support program
Generous paid parental, pregnancy-related disability, caregiver, and compassionate leaves
Subsidized Back-up child care (US)
Zynga happy hours and frequent employee events
Flexible working hours on many teams
Culture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groups
Work with cool people and impact millions of daily players
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