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Senior Game Designer

Homa Games

Homa Games

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Paris, France
Posted on Thursday, November 2, 2023

Welcome to Homa, the gaming technology lab that is taking the industry by storm! Our team of over 200 people, hailing from more than 35 different countries, is dedicated to empowering mobile game creators worldwide to bring their creative ideas to the top charts.

Our Homa Lab platform offers a comprehensive suite of cutting-edge tools that allow developers to stay on top of the latest trends, test new features in real-time, and easily distribute and monetize their games. Our success speaks for itself - our apps have been downloaded over 1 billion times!

Since our inception, we have raised $165 million in total from prominent investors, including Headline, Northzone, Eurazeo, Singular, Quadrille Capital, Fabric Ventures, and Bpifrance. We have also received support from renowned business angels, such as the founders of King, Sorare and Spotify founders.

But what really makes Homa special is our team. We are a diverse group of artists, business developers, engineers, entrepreneurs, and former strategy consultants who all share the same passion for taking over the gaming industry. When you become part of Homa, you'll be joining a dedicated team that creates innovative and high-performing games that resonate with players worldwide.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a real impact in the company, then Homa is the perfect place for you. Join us and let's create the future of gaming together!


Role and Missions — What you will do 🚀

As a Senior Game Designer, you will be at the forefront of the creative process, responsible for designing and shaping gameplay experiences that resonate with millions of players.

You will:

  • Create Best-in-Class Content: Develop game content that aligns with our design pillars to excite and engage players, as well as ensure that your designs are in line with our overarching vision and values.
  • Project yourself in the design from the early stages to ensure a smooth production journey, from ideation to the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and product launch.
  • Actively participate in the game's development process, influencing its evolution at every stage.
  • Be in charge of Playtesting and Quality Assurance: You will playtest your own designs and those of your teammates to maintain high-quality and consistent gameplay. You will also continuously iterate and refine designs based on playtest feedback.
  • Create comprehensive and robust documentation, including charts, mockups, references, and design loops, to share the game's information, vision, and pillars with cross-functional teams.
  • Provide constructive feedback to other team members' designs, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient implementation and alignment with the project's goals.
  • Take responsibility for game economy and progression, ensuring that content and monetization are balanced to maximize player enjoyment. You will also iterate content to maintain a balanced and engaging experience.
  • Utilize data to inform and balance existing game content, as well as formulate hypotheses and strategic directions for future content based on data insights.
  • Play, study and analyze released games, both mobile and beyond, to gather knowledge, information, and hypotheses on what is working or not in those products.

We are looking for a Senior Game Designer who is not only passionate about mobile gaming but also possesses the experience and innovative mindset to lead and contribute significantly to our game design efforts. If you’re creative, ambitious, and up for taking over the industry, we want you on our team!

About you – Who you are 🦄

  • You should have substantial experience in Game Design or Content Design roles, with a particular emphasis on mobile games. Experience in designing for other gaming platforms is a plus.
  • Passion for Mobile Gaming: A strong enthusiasm for mobile gaming, game production, and design is essential.
  • Design Expertise: You should have a solid grasp of design methodologies and stay updated on the latest trends in the mobile gaming industry. An understanding of mobile audiences, markets, and player motivations is crucial.
  • Content Creation: Demonstrated ability to create high-quality content for a mass audience under strict deadlines. Your portfolio should showcase your ability to deliver outstanding content that resonates with our audiences.
  • A strong self-driven work ethic is important. You should be motivated, organized, and capable of managing your tasks effectively while working within an agile team environment.
  • Adaptability: As a dynamic and rapidly changing industry, mobile gaming requires professionals who can adapt to new challenges and opportunities. We are looking for a mover and shaker who thrives in such an environment.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Youare a highly inventive thinker with the ability to provide insightful and innovative solutions to complex problems.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills are a must. You should be able to communicate feedback and design ideas clearly and effectively, facilitating collaboration and maintaining a positive team atmosphere.
  • Fluency in English: Clear and strong communication skills in both written and spoken English are essential, as you will be collaborating with a diverse team.

Our Culture—Who we are🪐

At Homa, we are building a community of brilliant talents. We believe that true innovation comes from diversity and collaboration, and that's why we prioritize brainpower and determination over formal education. So if you have the talent, energy and motivation, there is no obstacle to your success here.

As the creative experts behind the platform, we provide developers with the data they need to bring their ideas to life. Our team lives by three central values that guide everything we do:

✨Ambition: we're not afraid to tackle difficult challenges and set our goals extremely high. We're on a mission to revolutionize an industry dominated by well-established companies, and we won't stop until we succeed.

✨Humility: we leave our pride & ego aside. We are always ready to lend a helping hand, celebrate each other's successes, and learn from our failures. As Mr. Lamar said, "Sit down. Be humble."

✨Curiosity: we keep our minds open and never stop learning. We believe that questioning everything is the best way to stay ahead of the curve, and we encourage all our team members to stay curious and never stop exploring new ideas.

At Homa, you'll be challenged, supported, and inspired every day, and we can't wait to see what you bring to the table.

While success is its own reward, here are some of the benefits that come with working at Homa:

  • We offer essential benefits in France and specific locations, including health insurance, meal vouchers, public transport subsidies, childcare benefits, and life insurance
  • If you're interested in working from our newly renovated Paris HQ with a rooftop garden and WeWork amenities, we have a desk waiting for you
  • You will be working in English with our international team of top-tier talents from 35+ countries
  • You will have quarterly reviews with your manager to reflect on your performance, celebrate wins, and receive constructive feedback
  • You will be able to attend diverse team events and Workations (the famous company-wide Homa trip).