Game Designer

2 Months ago • All levels • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Fortis Games seeks a Game Designer to contribute to innovative, next-generation games-as-a-service. Responsibilities include designing, balancing, and tuning game systems and content; creating design specifications for cross-functional teams; collaborating with designers, engineers, and artists; refining game balance, progression, and pacing; and sharing learnings to improve product strategy. Success requires understanding core design principles, game economies, player psychology, keen game balance sense, problem-solving skills, feedback synthesis, a natural curiosity, and a passion for continuous improvement.
Must have:
  • Understanding of core design principles
  • Game economy and player progression knowledge
  • Keen sense of game balance and pacing
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to synthesize feedback and iterate on designs

Job Details

Who we are

At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.

We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.

About the role

You’ll be a key part of a team exploring new innovative design spaces and working on next-generation games as a service. Your following contributions you will make are critical to the game and Fortis's success:

  • Designing, balancing, and tuning systems and content to meet the goals of the game and enhance player engagement.
  • Creating clear, actionable design specifications for cross-functional teams responsible for implementing systems.
  • Collaborating closely with other designers, engineers, and artists to ensure smooth implementation and iteration of game features.
  • Helping to refine and improve game balance, progression, and pacing, ensuring they align with the overall game vision.
  • Sharing learnings with the broader product team and contribute to the overall development of our product strategy and portfolio of games.

What you’ll need to be successful

  • An understanding of core design principles, game economies, player progression, and player psychology, enabling you to make design decisions that impact the overall experience.
  • A keen sense of game balance, progression, and pacing, with an eye for detail and refinement.
  • Enthusiasm for solving design challenges with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to synthesize feedback from the team and quickly iterate on designs to improve the player experience.
  • A natural curiosity and eagerness to learn, staying current with trends and innovations in the industry, regardless of your role or title.
  • A passion for continuous improvement and the drive to develop your craft as a game designer.

Why join us

There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:

  • We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
  • We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
  • Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming

Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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About The Company

Fortis is a global game studio with a mission to create worlds that matter — that challenge minds, build connections, and inspire communities. Founded by industry veterans, Fortis believes games have the ability to create a positive impact on society and culture, and now more than ever, those are the experiences players are looking for. With team members already in the US, UK, Canada, Romania, Portugal and Brazil, Fortis is growing and seeks the best of the best from around the world in order, regardless of location, to create a best-in-class games studio. Join us!

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