Lead Game Designer – Royal Leamington Spa

A Lead Game Designer is responsible for shaping and evolving core features for a live midcore mobile RPG, translating product objectives into engaging and well-balanced systems. They collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams such as engineering, UX, art, and QA to ensure features are high quality and practically implementable. The role involves analysing player behaviour and market trends to validate ideas and refine features during live operations, tracking performance, and iterating based on feedback. Leadership qualities include mentoring team members and elevating overall game quality, alongside strategic thinking in metagame and progression systems. Technical skills in system design, data analysis, and a strong understanding of mobile game markets are essential. The position calls for a proactive attitude, excellent communication, and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.