Lead Game Designer [The Division 2]

As Lead Game Designer at Ubisoft Bucharest, you will work on Tom Clancy's The Division 2.

You will have a pivotal role in shaping and developing future game updates, working with the core team to break down high-level intentions into game design elements that increase player engagement and deliver a fun, memorable experience.

Your role will be split into four main pillars:

• Leadership
• Management
• Quality owner on Game Design
• Communication

Leadership:

• Responsible for performance management of team members, supporting career advancement, and suggesting training and development sessions.
• Create a motivating work environment that fosters development and creation.
• Participate in team member selection (recruitment).

Management:

• Assess workload vs. production capacity, plan work, and set priorities for the game design team.
• Allocate duties and follow the evolution of the team's progress on game design deliverables.

Game Design Quality:

• Understand player needs and ensure that developed elements contribute to player satisfaction and enjoyment.
• Provide clear and structured project documents.
• Ensure that gameplay intentions are understood and that team members are working on the right elements.

Communication:

• Communicate project objectives, strategies, and general information to all team members.
• Actively participate in the decision-making process with management and oversee necessary adjustments.
• Drive and follow up on prototyping with other game designers and programmers.

What you'll bring:

• Previous experience as a lead game designer.
• Previous experience on live/GaaS games, designing and implementing gameplay systems, content, or features.
• Experience with rewards, itemization, progression, or 3Cs.
• Previous experience managing a team of multiple designers.
• Broad knowledge of game genres (RPGs, Looter-Shooters) and current industry trends.
• Experience working across multiple game branches, versions, or development environments.

What do we offer benefits-wise?

• Meal tickets with a value of 30 ron/day.
• Access to a private medical system and special subscription rates for family members.
• On-site medical support.
• World Class subscription.
• Comprehensive wellbeing program.
• Life insurance.
• Ubisoft bikes, free rental.
• Parking spaces for cars, bikes, motorbikes.
• Video games and consoles to borrow.
• Access to Ubisoft games via own Uplay account.
• Bookster (borrow books for free, delivered at home or in the office).
• Free fruits and coffee in the office.
• Studio offered free days, confirmed on an annual basis for different events.
• Study leave.
• Christmas/Easter celebration with a special gift.
• Partners' discounts.