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Lead Game Designer

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added today (last checked 6 Nov)

Ubisoft

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Our summary

Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Full-time
English: Required
Experience: Senior level
Education: University degree
Benefits: Private health insurance, life insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Fluent English is mandatory
Previous proven experience as Senior or Lead Game Designer on F2P, with at least 1 full release cycle on Mobile/F2P including LiveOps.
Extensive knowledge of F2P mobile gaming industry, staying up to date on trends, game genres, key competitors and best practices.
Proficient in all aspects of game design such as UX, level design, system design, with a strong acumen on social multiplayer design, economic design, pacing & monetization strategies for F2P games.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage team workload effectively
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data to inform design decisions
Excellent documentation skills to clearly communicate design intent and ensure team alignment
Solid understanding of production pipelines, workflows, and development methodologies
Capable of providing inspiring creative leadership.
Skillful at complex Excel spreadsheets.
Ability to take direction and feedback.
Be a team player: we use agile development methods, where the team members are in permanent contact. An open mind and good communication skills are a must.
Attention to detail, meticulous, and organized working habits. Ability to multi-task and adapt easily to change.

Nice to have

Prior experience in leading a team.
Videogames design degree or equivalent.
Spanish or Catalan is a plus.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Ticket Restaurant: 220€ per month, and a flexible compensation plan (ticket transport & ticket nursery free of taxes).
Flexible working hours: 40-hour workweek with start times between 8 AM and 10 AM (or from 7:30 AM when working onsite to avoid traffic jams), and early leave from 4 PM (Fridays from 2 PM).
Reduced schedule (35 hrs per week) in July and August, Easter, Christmas holidays, and special days like Sant Jordi and Revetlla de Sant Joan.
Personal Matters Hours: 24 hours paid for by Ubisoft that you can use for personal matters during your work schedule
Holidays: 25 days per year + 1 day on your Ubi-Birthday.
5 extra holiday days on the year you celebrate your 5th/10th/15th/20th year with us.
Health insurance with Cigna, including physiotherapy and psychology sessions at a reduced price.
Life Insurance with AXA.
Office Gym open from 7 AM to 8 PM
Mobile Device Grant of 400 EUR starting in your 1st year in the company.
Language training for English, Spanish, and French.
Professional development training & programs, based upon request.
Ubisoft games are available at a discount , and Ubisoft Connect in PC is free
Locally roasted craft coffee by INCAPTO (it’s very, very good).

The role

Do you want to join us in the world of mobile gaming? If so, read on!

What you'll do

Define, structure, and drive the overall game design vision in collaboration with the game core team.
Lead, mentor, and support a team of designers, fostering growth, ownership, knowledge sharing and uphold high-quality design standards.
Own and manage the design process, including planning, prioritization, and delivery of features and systems
Balance creative goals with production constraints to support reliable planning and delivery
Design and oversee gameplay systems, economy and monetization, mechanics, and player progression, ensuring coherence and consistency across the game
Align design direction across disciplines (programming, art, animation, UX) and communicate vision, decisions, and constraints clearly to stakeholders
Drive a data-informed, KPI-oriented design approach for a live-f2p (GaaS) environment, leveraging player metrics, business goals and analytics to guide decisions and improvements
Identify, prototype, and iterate on key features based on playtests, player base and game support feedback, and data insights
Define and articulate a clear vision for tools, pipelines, and workflows to enhance team efficiency, scalability, and delivery quality, and long-term project sustainability
Ensure timely delivery aligned with project goals, scope, and quality expectations
Develop and maintain clear and actionable design documentation
Support recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluation, and career development of team members
Create a fun, engaging and outstanding player experience.

About Ubisoft

Ubisoft is a major French video game publisher and developer, creating and distributing games across multiple platforms. With a portfolio of iconic franchises such as Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Just Dance, the company employs over 20,000 people globally and operates studios in more than 20 countries. In Spain, Ubisoft has a studio in Barcelona and a publishing office in Madrid, contributing to game development and local operations.

Industry: Video Games
Founded: 1986
Employees: 10,000–50,000
Headquarters: Montreuil, France
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

Ubisoft has a major studio in Barcelona, Spain, which is part of its global development network.
The company offers international career opportunities and often supports relocation for specialized roles.
Spain is home to a growing video game industry, and Ubisoft's Barcelona studio is a key player in the region.
Working at Ubisoft in Spain provides exposure to AAA game development in a multicultural environment.

In their own words

About the company & team

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six, to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!

Ubisoft Barcelona Mobile brings together dedicated and experienced professionals that are focused on crafting high-quality F2P games for mobile. We strongly believe in the core values at the centre of our Ubilife, which encourage us to take ownership of our work, continually striving for excellence while promoting the sharing of knowledge across individuals and teams, without losing our sense of enjoyment and fun, while taking care for one another. We strive for a safe and respectful workplace for all team members and we’re transparent about the measures we are taking to do so. For this reason, Ubisoft’s Code of Conduct has been released publicly on our corporate website for all current and future team members.

Additional information

Ubisoft is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our player community. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, gender sexual orientation, age or disability status.

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